Hardhat: meaning, definitions and examples

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hardhat

 

[ หˆhษ‘หrdหŒhรฆt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

construction safety

A hardhat is a type of helmet specifically designed to protect the head from injuries due to falling objects, impact, and electrical hazards in construction and industrial environments. Hardhats are made from durable materials, often plastic, and are standardized for safety compliance in various industries. They come with adjustable straps for a secure fit and often feature accessories like visors or earmuffs. The use of hardhats is crucial in ensuring worker safety on job sites.

Synonyms

safety cap, safety helmet.

Examples of usage

  • He wore a hardhat on the construction site.
  • Hardhats are required for all personnel on-site.
  • She adjusted her hardhat before entering the area.
  • They distributed hardhats to new employees.

Translations

Translations of the word "hardhat" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น hardhat

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคนเคพเคฐเฅเคกเคนเฅˆเคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Hardhat

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ hardhat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ hardhat

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ hardhat

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใƒผใƒ‰ใƒใƒƒใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท hardhat

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ hardhat

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท hardhat

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ•˜๋“œํ–‡

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‡ุงุฑุฏู‡ุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hardhat

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hardhat

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็กฌๅธฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ hardhat

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hardhat

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hardhat

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฐแƒแƒ แƒ“แƒฐแƒแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hardhat

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ hardhat

Etymology

The term 'hardhat' originated in the early 20th century, coinciding with the rise of the construction industry in the United States. The first hardhats were commonly made of cloth, with metal reinforcements, providing minimal protection. However, as industrial safety standards evolved, the design and materials changed significantly. By the 1930s, the modern hardhat, made from lightweight plastic materials, began to be widely used. This new design not only offered improved safety features but also comfort and ease of use for workers. The hardhat became an essential symbol of the construction workforce and was integral in promoting safety awareness on job sites across various industries. Over the decades, hardhats have undergone numerous innovations, including shock-absorbing capabilities and customizable designs, making them both functional and a key aspect of workplace safety culture.