A protective helmet worn by construction workers and others in dangerous work environments to prevent head injuries.
Compound of 'hard' and 'hat', literally a hat made of hard protective material. The term emerged in the early 20th century with industrial construction safety awareness.
The hardhat revolutionized worker safety—before their widespread adoption, head injuries were one of the leading causes of death on construction sites.
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