Head protection

Construction helmets for building sites, trade and industry

Construction helmets and safety helmets are part of personal protective equipment in many workplaces. They are used wherever a task and risk assessment indicate head protection is required.

Typical use cases include construction sites, trades and industry. When choosing a construction helmet, fit and comfort matter, but the workplace requirements are decisive.

The standards, certifications and usage instructions that apply to a given model should be considered before use.

Find more professional personal protection products in the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) category.

UV protection for helmets when working outdoors

Anyone who regularly works outdoors is exposed to stronger sun, especially in summer. A UV protection attachment for construction helmets can complement an existing helmet and shield exposed areas like the neck and sides of the head from direct sunlight.

UV or neck protection is attached to the safety helmet depending on the design and is especially suitable for work on construction sites and other outdoor jobs.

This can add a practical sun-protection feature to an existing safety helmet. When choosing, ensure the accessory fits the helmet and intended use.

Neck protection for construction helmets

A neck protector for construction helmets is especially useful for people working outdoors for extended periods. The neck is often highly exposed to direct sunlight.

Combining a safety helmet with a neck protector extends classic head protection. Depending on the model, it can also shield the sides of the head.

For construction firms, trades and other businesses with regular outdoor work, helmet accessories can be a practical addition to work gear.

Caps for work, corporate use and leisure

Caps are versatile headwear suitable for everyday work, events, clubs and leisure. For companies they help create a unified staff appearance.

Korntex caps can be combined with other work or corporate clothing depending on the model, and are suitable for custom finishing with a company logo, club emblem or text.

It’s important to distinguish this from a safety helmet: a regular cap does not replace a construction or safety helmet and does not provide the protection of certified personal protective equipment.

Balaclavas for work and outdoor operations

Balaclavas provide broad coverage of the head and neck and are practical for work and activities in cold conditions. Depending on the design, parts of the face may remain exposed.

They can be useful for outdoor work and other field activities where extra head coverage is required.

Again: a balaclava is not automatically personal protective equipment. The product’s properties and specifications determine that.

Which head protection is right?

Choose the right product for the specific application. If head hazards exist, a certified construction or safety helmet may be necessary; select the version based on the risk assessment and applicable requirements.

For outdoor work, additional UV and neck protection for helmets can be a useful supplement. Caps and balaclavas serve other functions and, depending on the product, can be practical headwear for work, company use or outdoor operations.

For a more comprehensive work kit, head protection can be combined with appropriate work and protective gloves and other work and protective clothing.

Head protection by Korntex

Korntex offers head protection and functional headwear products for professional use. The range includes construction helmets, caps, balaclavas and UV and neck protection for helmets.

Explore Korntex head protection and choose the right solution for construction sites, trades, industry, corporate settings and other applications.