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Introducing Defender Safety's New Customization Department

Introducing our new customization department that allows you to personalize your safety gear with custom logos and decals. With a 30,000 square foot facility and a 2-week shipping guarantee, we en...

Head ProtectionAre Type 2 Safety Helmets Becoming the Standard on Job Sites? - Defender Safety

Are Type 2 Safety Helmets Becoming the Standard on Job Sites?

Type II safety helmets are gaining popularity in construction sites and other industries where there is a higher risk of lateral impacts. As safety regulations become more stringent and employers f...

Head ProtectionEN-12492 vs ANSI Z89 - Defender Safety

EN-12492 vs ANSI Z89

As of 2023, ANSI Z89 is the main standard for industrial head protection, specifically for the US market. The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) developed this standard to provide require...

Eye ProtectionWhat is ANSI Z87? - Defender Safety

What is ANSI Z87?

The American National Standard for Occupational and Educational Personal Eye and Face Protection Devices (ANSI/ISEA Z87.1) is a benchmark for eye and facial safety equipment. This document was deve...

Hearing ProtectionThe Basics of Hearing Protection: OSHA - Defender Safety

The Basics of Hearing Protection: OSHA

Hearing damage is a commonly overlooked consequence of safety hazards. Loud noises can permanently injure the inner ear, causing hearing loss. People that work in construction are especially at ris...

Head ProtectionHead Protection: Everything You Need To Know - Defender Safety

Head Protection: Everything You Need To Know

Why do you need head protection? Head Protection is one of the most important safety concerns in the workplace. Whether you work on a construction site, in a factory, or operating machinery, you...

Head ProtectionA Beginner’s Guide to ANSI Z89.1 - Defender Safety

A Beginner’s Guide to ANSI Z89.1

The brain is one of the most important organs within the human body. Head injuries from falling objects or electricity often have serious effects, which can be deadly. Helmets are essential for mai...