I hate to ask it this way, however, was the hardhat supplied by his employer or was it one that was purchaced by the individual?
I have worked in industry requiring hardhats for 15 years and have seen companies that supply the cheapest they can get. I have also worked where they get the best money can buy (incidentaly, my current job does this).
Amazingly, with these high quality hardhats, some individuals buy their own, cheaper hats. Most complain that the cheap ones are lighter, more comfortable, better looking... whatever.
I am not looking to point blame, but to point out that sometimes the best intentions of an employer can be subverted.
Ed
