As UCOR continues phasing in Type 2 hard hats across the Oak Ridge Reservation, your feedback is how we will continue to phase them in safely and efficiently without disruption to day-to-day operations.
Over the past several weeks, we’ve shared why we’re making this transition, highlighted the extensive field evaluations conducted by our Nuclear Operations team, demonstrated proper wear and fit, and introduced the wide variety of features and approved models now available to meet different needs and personal preferences.
Now, we want to hear from you. Whether you’ve already made the switch or are preparing to, your questions, concerns, suggestions, and positive experiences help shape how we continue improving this phased approach. Feedback from the workforce allows us to identify opportunities, address concerns, and ensure we’re providing the best possible equipment and support.
Safety at UCOR has never been about simply issuing new PPE—it’s about building a culture where every employee has a voice. Continuous improvement only works when those doing the work help guide the process.
If you have feedback about Type 2 hard hats—whether it’s about comfort, fit, accessories, performance in the field, or anything else—please share it with your supervisor or safety representative, and give feedback to Walter Czekaj.
The transition to Type 2 hard hats is about more than meeting industry standards. It’s about providing our workforce with the best available protection while continuously improving the way we work. With enhanced protection from lateral impacts, secure chin straps that help keep helmets in place during slips, trips, and falls, improved ventilation, and insulation technology that can reduce heat buildup, Type 2 hard hats represent another continuous improvement in keeping our workforce safe.