Some people are attracted to bump caps because of the cost, which can be half to a quarter the price of a hard hat. Some bump caps, however, are more expensive than hard hats due to the materials used.

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The 3M™ First Base™ 3 Flame Resistant Bump Cap is designed to protect workers in environments where hot sparks or flames are present.

A bump cap either looks like a baseball cap or like a hard hat made of thin plastic. It has a softer, more compact shell than the hard hat, and normally features a sun visor. Unlike a baseball cap, however, bump caps are padded. Workers have a choice of two types of head protection: hard hats and bump caps. And which is the right choice depends entirely on the situation and the types of hazards employees might encounter. Hard Hats and Bump Caps – What's the Difference? Hard Hats Caustic substances or chemicals are acidic or alkaline substances that are capable of damaging living tissue. They are highly corrosive and pose a risk to workers who must handle them or work in proximity to them. With flexible sides and convenient trim-to-fit customization, this bump cap insert easily fits a variety of hats/caps and head shapes. The shell is made of lightweight, durable polypropylene and designed with maximum ventilation for breathable airflow that doesn't compromise protection. An interior foam pad reduces impact but does not absorb odors for fresh all-day wear.

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NEXT GENERATION BUMP CAP – Improves upon design of best-selling Skullerz 8945 Insert for enhanced breathability and up to 35% more crown impact protection Find out What the ANSI/ISEA 121-2018 Dropped Objects Standard Means for Safety Managers.) Bump CapsThe padding provides enough protection to avoid bruising, cutting, and, more importantly, the momentary disorientation that can occur at the moment of impact. That disorientation, and perhaps even “seeing stars,” can lead to further injury, since your concentration and situational awareness are temporarily obscured.