Will Your Hard Hat Become a Projectile During a Fall? Hard Hats Only Protect Your Head if They Stay on

SLATOR offers the Petzl Helmet that features a chin strap to keep it secure in the event of a fall

Falls are the leading cause of death for construction workers, with 39 percent from roof falls, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Fall protection is also one of the most frequently cited OSHA violations and carries a hefty fine.  And, according to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), each day about 2,000 U.S. workers sustain a job-related eye injury that requires medical treatment. About one third of the injuries are treated in hospital emergency departments, and more than 100 of these injuries result in one or more days away from work.

SLATOR helps to avoid these situations by offering tools and equipment that focus on safety such as the Petzl helmet. The Petzl helmets are comfortable, lightweight, vented, come with chin straps and have an eye protection attachment vizir so workers can always have their eye protection with them.

Ronny Roseveare, Founder of Blue Glass, LLC and Slator, LLC said his crew recently saw a painter slip and fall from a roof. “His rope and harness saved his life thankfully, but his helmet tumbled to the ground,” said Roseveare. “You can have the best helmet in the world but if it doesn’t stay put during a fall, it can’t protect your head. These Petzl Helmets are the only ones my guys have ever enjoyed wearing and no longer do I have to worry about whether or not they have eye protection as well.”

Professional athletes understand the importance of protective helmets and chin straps. NFL players snap their chin straps before taking the field as do players in the National Hockey League. If chin straps weren’t used by the athletes, we’d see many more instances of players losing their helmets during a game and a much higher rate of injury.

This year, give your crews the professional safety equipment they need to stay safe and be comfortable at the same time. Personalized Petzl Helmets enhance your business image, demonstrate that your company puts safety first and can recognize crew members at the same time for certifications, years of service and more.

SAVE 5% on Petzl helmets and visors for a limited time by using the code rooferscoffeeshop at checkout. Custom decals are offered FREE with the purchase of eight helmets and visors. Email your contact information to: blueglassllc@comcast.net or visit SLATOR’s website at http://www.slator-usa.com/ for more information.