Head Protection
Head Protection for Every Season on the Job
Head protection covers more than a hard shell. Alongside Milwaukee and Klein hard hats and Milwaukee BOLT visors and face shields, this collection holds the layers that make a full day under a helmet bearable. For heat, there are BOLT cooling liners, a cooling skull cap, cooling sweat bands, a WORKSKIN warm weather hard hat liner, and Milwaukee and Klein cooling PVA towels. For cold, there are beanies, neck gaiters, and a Klein windproof hinged balaclava. Milwaukee and Tool Nut caps round it out.
What to Look For
- Protection first. Only hard hats and safety helmets give impact protection. Liners, caps, and gaiters add comfort.
- Cooling. Liners and sweat bands fit inside the shell, while PVA towels drape around the neck.
- Cold weather. Choose thin layers like a balaclava or gaiter that do not lift the shell off the suspension.
- Face and eyes. BOLT eye visors and full face shields mount to compatible Milwaukee helmets and hard hats.
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Head Protection FAQ
How do I stay cool under a hard hat?
Swap the standard sweat band for a cooling sweat band, add a cooling liner or skull cap under the shell, and keep a wet PVA towel on your neck. These pieces work together, so you can start with one and add more for hotter sites.
Can I wear something under my hard hat in winter?
Yes, but keep it thin. A balaclava, gaiter, or thin liner keeps the suspension seated where it belongs. Check your hard hat maker's guidance before wearing anything bulky under the shell.