Issuing of head protection

The following points should be followed:

• Head protection will normally be issued to individuals and will include, where necessary, a chin strap and thermal lining;
• If head protection is to be re-issued to another person it should be inspected to ensure it is serviceable and thoroughly cleaned in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions;
• Where hard hats are in communal use, one named individual should be responsible for issuing, cleaning, and maintaining the equipment and keeping a record that this has been done.