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Head Protection Safety

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Head Protection Safety

Course Overview

Head Protection Safety is an online course built on OSHA 29 CFR 1910.135 and the ANSI Z89.1 standard. It covers head hazards, hard hat types and classes, the parts of a hard hat, fitting, inspection, service life, daily care and training.

  • See which hazards call for a hard hat: falling objects, fixed objects, electrical contact and liquid splashes.
  • Tell Type I from Type II, and Class G, E and C, so the hard hat you issue matches the hazards on your job.
  • Inspect the shell and suspension, fit the headband, and know when a hard hat has to be taken out of service.
  • 30 minutes, self-paced
  • Instant certificate
  • Mobile friendly
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Everything You Need to Know
About This Course

The course runs 2 parts. Each part ends with a short quiz, and a 20-question final exam follows.

  • Why Head Protection Matters
  • OSHA 29 CFR 1910.135 and the ANSI Z89.1 Requirements
  • Head Hazards: Impact, Electrical Shock, Splashes and Flammability
  • Employer and Employee Responsibilities
  • Occupations That Need Head Protection
  • Selecting Protective Headgear From a Hazard Assessment
  • Hard Hat Types and Electrical Classes
  • Bump Caps and Their Limits
  • Hard Hat Components: Shell, Suspension, Brackets and Visors
  • Accessories: Earmuffs, Face Shields, Chin Straps and Mounted Lights
  • Inspecting a Hard Hat Before Use
  • Fitting the Headband and Suspension Clearance
  • Service Life and When to Replace a Hard Hat
  • Cleaning, Storage and Daily Care
  • What Head Protection Training Must Cover

OSHA Standard29 CFR 1910.135
Course Duration30 minutes
Format100% online, fully narrated with photos and interactivity
Passing Score70% on final exam
CertificatePersonalized certificate, printable immediately upon passing
LanguagesEnglish
Device CompatibilityDesktop, tablet, and smartphone
ProgressProgress saved automatically, stop and restart without losing your place
Instructor SupportAccess professional instructors for guidance and answers to your course-related questions.
AcceptedOur courses meet federal standards, but state requirements may vary. Please verify before purchase.

This course is for anyone who wears a hard hat on the job, and for the people who choose, issue and inspect them.

  • Construction workers on active job sites
  • Utility and electrical workers
  • Warehouse and distribution center workers
  • Manufacturing and factory workers
  • Mining and quarrying workers
  • Tree trimming and landscaping workers
  • Oil and gas field workers
  • Maintenance and facility workers
  • Workers in any environment where falling or flying objects pose a head injury risk
  • Supervisors and Safety officers responsible for PPE selection and compliance

Hard hats show up wherever objects can fall, heads can strike fixed objects, or electrical contact is possible.

  • Electrical and utility work
  • Manufacturing
  • Warehousing and logistics
  • Oil, gas and refining
  • Mining and quarrying
  • Forestry and tree care
  • Shipbuilding and heavy repair
  • Facilities maintenance
  • Commercial and residential construction
  • Utility and electrical power distribution
  • Mining and quarrying operations
  • Manufacturing and industrial production
  • Oil and gas extraction and refining
  • Warehousing and distribution
  • Forestry and logging
  • Road and bridge construction
  • Demolition and renovation
  • Government and municipal infrastructure projects

Which Head Protection or PPE Course Do You Need?

eTraining sells head protection on its own and as part of two broader PPE courses, so the choice comes down to how much ground you need to cover.

  • Head Protection Safety. The page you are on. Hard hats only, in about 30 minutes: hazards, types and classes, fitting, inspection and replacement.
  • Personal Protective Equipment Safety. One course across head, eye, hand, foot and body protection, for crews that need the whole PPE picture. View the Personal Protective Equipment Safety
  • Personal Protective Equipment for the Competent Person. The 6-hour course for the person who runs the PPE program, including hazard assessment and written certification. View the Personal Protective Equipment for the Competent Person

Train the crew on the gear they wear, and train whoever signs the hazard assessment with the competent person course.

 

When Does OSHA Require Head Protection?

OSHA sets out when a hard hat is needed and what it has to meet, and the course works through both.

  • Falling objects. Employers must make sure employees wear a protective helmet in areas where objects could fall and injure the head (29 CFR 1910.135(a)(1)).
  • Electrical contact. A helmet designed to reduce electrical shock is required near exposed conductors that could touch the head (29 CFR 1910.135(a)(2)).
  • A written hazard assessment. Employers must assess the workplace for hazards, pick the right PPE and certify that assessment in writing (29 CFR 1910.132(d)).
  • A consensus standard. Head protection must meet ANSI Z89.1-2009, 2003 or 1997, or be shown to be at least as effective (29 CFR 1910.135(b)).

On construction sites the matching rule is 29 CFR 1926.100, which adds an electrical insulation requirement for high-voltage work.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the Head Protection Safety.

Yes. Upon passing the final exam with a score of 70% or higher, you can immediately print a certificate of completion. This certificate serves as proof of training for your employer.

Yes. The course is accessible on desktop computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones. Progress saves automatically on the same device, so you can stop and resume where you left off.

There is no federally mandated expiration date for this training certificate. However, health and safety plans should be reviewed and updated annually, and whenever workplace conditions, hazards, or regulations change. Refresher training is recommended to stay current with evolving OSHA standards and best practices for safety program management.

Head protection safety training is a safety education program that teaches workers how to identify head hazards in the workplace, understand the types and classes of hard hats, and select and use head protection properly. eTraining’s course provides approximately 30 minutes of instruction covering OSHA 29 CFR 1910.135 and ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 standards, including types of head hazards, hard hat types and classes, proper fitting and wearing, inspection, care, maintenance, and replacement criteria. Upon completion, participants receive a printable certificate of completion.

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.135 requires employers to ensure that each affected employee wears a protective helmet when working in areas where there is a potential for injury to the head from falling objects. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.132(f) requires employers to train each employee who is required to use PPE, including head protection. Training must cover when PPE is necessary, what type is required, how to properly wear and adjust it, its limitations, and its proper care and maintenance. Retraining is required when workplace conditions or PPE types change.

The course takes approximately 30 minutes to complete. Because it is self-paced, you can complete it in a single session at your convenience. Most students finish in one sitting. You have 6 months from your enrollment date to complete all coursework. Progress is saved automatically on the same device, so you can stop and resume at any time.

Hard hats are classified by Type and Class. Type I hard hats protect against impacts to the top of the head only. Type II hard hats protect against both top and lateral (side) impacts. Class E (Electrical) hard hats are tested to withstand 20,000 volts of electrical contact. Class G (General) hard hats are tested to withstand 2,200 volts. Class C (Conductive) hard hats offer no electrical protection but provide lightweight ventilated comfort. Your employer’s hazard assessment determines which Type and Class combination is required for your work environment.

  The course covers: types of head hazards in the workplace (falling objects, bumping hazards, electrical contact, flying debris); OSHA 29 CFR 1910.135 requirements; ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 standard for industrial head protection; hard hat Types (I and II) and Classes (E, G, and C); proper fitting and wearing of hard hats; inspection procedures for damage, cracks, and wear; care, cleaning, and storage; replacement criteria and service life; and the employer’s hazard assessment responsibilities. The course is divided into 2 parts with knowledge-check quizzes.

   Yes. eTraining’s Head Protection Safety course covers OSHA 29 CFR 1910.135 and ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 standards and is accepted nationwide. You receive a printable certificate of completion that documents your training. Employers across all 50 U.S. states accept this training as part of their PPE compliance programs.

  Hard hat manufacturers typically recommend replacement every 2 to 5 years, depending on the model and work environment. The suspension (webbing inside the helmet) should be replaced every 12 months or sooner if damaged, stretched, or heavily soiled. Hard hats should be replaced immediately if they sustain an impact, show visible cracks or dents, become brittle, or have been exposed to chemicals that may degrade the shell material. Always follow your manufacturer’s recommendations and your employer’s replacement policy.

You must score at least 70% on the final exam to pass and receive your certificate of completion. The course includes knowledge-check quizzes that do not count toward your final grade but help prepare you for the exam. If you do not pass on your first attempt, you can retake the exam.

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Fifteen years, 200,000+ professionals certified, and a completion rate roughly double the industry average.

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Built for field workers, not classrooms

Grounded in real jobsite operations. Scenarios reflect the work your crew actually does.

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