Maintenance of head protection

The care and maintenance of hard hats is the responsibility of the user. Hard hats must be maintained in good condition. In particular, they should:

• be stored in a safe place, such as on a peg in a cupboard when not in use;
• they should not be stored in direct sunlight or excessively hot or humid conditions as over time this will weaken the shell;
• be visually inspected regularly for signs of damage or deterioration;
• have defective parts replaced if the model allows this. Parts from one model cannot usually be interchanged with another;
• have the sweatband regularly cleaned or replaced.