In 2023, CPWR convened experts from academia, labor, government, manufacturing, and others to participate in an evaluation panel on the use of helmets with chin straps versus traditional hardhats. The goal of this expert evaluation panel was to: (1) assess industry awareness and adoption of Type II protective headgear and protective headgear with chin straps over time; and (2) establish and disseminate recommendations for use of protective headgear.
We would like to thank the following panel members for their valuable insights and expertise, along with those who have decided to remain anonymous:
- Justin Azbill, MS, Milwaukee Tool
- Ryan Barnes, Studson
- Michael Bottlang, PhD, Biomechanics Laboratory, Legacy Research Institute
- Liliana A. Calderon, IUBAC
- Kathleen Dobson, CSP, SMS, CHST, CIT, STSC, Alberici Constructors
- Peter Emmons, Structural Group
- Gary F. Gustafson, CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training
- Christopher S. Pan, Ph.D., CPE, CDC/NIOSH/DSR
- Travis Parsons, MS, Laborers’ Health and Safety Fund of North America
- Allen Sloan, SMS, CHST, STSC, IBEW Local 11/ LA NECA/ LMCC
- Ronald Sokol, CSP, FASSP, Sokol & Sokol, LLC
- George Stallings, Sales Solutions Inc
- Mike Starner, National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA)
- Richard Tessier, United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers & Allied Workers
- Douglas Trout, MD, NIOSH Office of Construction S&H