Choosing Head Protection: OSHA Guidelines, Hazard Assessments & Industry Trends
Date: Wednesday October 29, 2025 at 2:00pm ET - 1:00pm CT - 11:00am PT
Type I vs. Type II head protection has become a hot topic across industries, driven by recent OSHA recommendations and innovative new product developments. With head injuries accounting for nearly 6% of non-fatal occupational injuries involving days away from work in recent years,* selecting proper head protection is more important than ever for helping keep workers safe.
Join MSA Safety experts for an in-depth overview of key factors to consider when selecting head protection, including:
- Key differences between Type I and Type II solutions
- OSHA’s “Head Protection: Safety Helmets in the Workplace” bulletin and what it means for employers
- How hazard assessments help inform PPE selection
- The role of rotational motion and its connection to traumatic brain injuries
- Innovations in head protection technology, including heat stress and sustainability
Plus, get an early look at anticipated updates to ANSI Z89.1, expected to be announced in the coming months.
Register for this free webinar!
DATE: Wednesday October 29, 2025
TIME: 2:00PM ET - 1:00PM CT - 11:00AM PT
About the Speakers:
Kevin Kurkowski, North America Segment Marketing Manager, MSA
Kevin Kurkowski is the North America Segment Marketing Manager for Head Protection for the industrial safety market. His primary focus leading go-to-market plans and initiatives that ensure MSA above-the-neck protection products meet market and customer needs across the region.
Drew Thiel, Sr. Product Line Manager, MSA
Drew Thiel is the global Sr. Product Line Manager for Head, Eye, Face, and Hearing Protection in the industrial safety market. He leads new product development for above-the-neck industrial PPE, driven by voice of customer, market needs and the evolving regulatory environment.
Duration: 1hour