TOOL TYPE CHECKLIST LAST REVIEWED 6/5/15

GEOGRAPHY ALL SOURCE: BULLARD

HARD HAT INSPECTION CHECKLIST

BENEFITS
Hard hats are a basic piece of PPE, especially on construction sites. But hard hats will only protect workers’
heads if they’re properly maintained and in good condition. So you should require workers to inspect their
hard hats—both the outer shell and inner suspension—before and after they use this PPE.

HOW TO USE THE TOOL

Require workers to use this form when inspecting their hard hats to note any defects or other issues with
the PPE. Any problems with the equipment should immediately be brought to a supervisor’s attention. The
equipment should be taken out of use until it’s been repaired or it should be replaced.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Bullard Industrial Head Protection User Guide
PPE: Take 5 Steps to Comply with Requirements for Safety Headwear
Head Safety Toolbox Talk Handout
Spot the Safety Violation: You Can Tell a Lot About a Man by the Way He Wears His Hat

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 HARD HAT INSPECTION CHECKLIST
EVERY HARD HAT MUST BE INSPECTED AS PER THIS PROCEDURE BEFORE AND AFTER EACH USE. ANY
DEFECTS OR ISSUES MUST IMMEDIATELY BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF A SUPERVISOR.
SHELL YES NO ACTION TO BE TAKEN
Dents?

Cracks?

Nicks?

Gouges?

Flaky surface?

Stiff?

Brittle?

Faded?

Dull?

Chalky appearance?

Any other signs of damage or wear?

FIELD TEST: Compress the shell inward

from the sides about 1" (2.5 cm) with
both hands and then release the
pressure without dropping the shell. Does
the shell quickly return to its original
shape, exhibiting elasticity?
SUSPENSION
Cracks?

Frayed or torn crown straps?

Torn headband or size adjustment slots?

Loss of pliability?

Other signs of damage or wear?

PERSON PERFORMING INSPECTION:___________________________________ DATE: __________________

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