“We designed our Type II dual certified safety helmets to offer significantly improved head protection for industrial athletes across North America,” said CEO Ryan Barnes in a press release. “The industry has been moving toward greater head and face protection for years, thanks to improved technology and greater awareness about protecting the most important asset: the brain. 

The CCSC mandate, announced earlier this year, requires all workers, subs, and visitors at member job sites to wear Type II helmets with chin straps to keep headgear securely in place in the event of a fall or impact. The rule represents one of the most significant shifts in Canadian construction head protection in decades and will drastically improve jobsite safety and help prevent traumatic brain injuries (TBIs).

STUDSON’s SHK-1 Full Brim Dual Cert helmet meets both the highest U.S. and Canadian standards, making it a unique option that seamlessly serves workers on cross-border projects or contractors in both the U.S. and Canada. The integrated four-point chin trap system meets the CCSC’s new requirement and delivers the performance required for Type II classification and beyond.

Company officials with Emil Anderson, one of the larger general contractors in Canada, said they already trust STUDSON for Type II head protection, and its Canadian workers are already relying on it. 

“We made the switch to STUDSON Type II helmets last year, and the crew took to them immediately,” said Steve Howe, vice president of health and safety. “We have seen firsthand the benefits of transitioning away from traditional hard hats to STUDSON Type II safety helmets. The fit is comfortable, the chin strap stays in place, and knowing they are certified on both sides of the border simplifies procurement. We encourage others in the industry to make the switch if they have not done so already.”