A Mining helmet is a type of helmet worn to protect a miner's head from falling objects while in the process of underground mining. They are very similar to a hard hat. Some of these helmets are equipped with lights to help the miner see underground.
See also
- Helmets used in caving, such as cave exploration
- Miner, a person who performs mining
- Miner's cap, an early hat (cap) for miners originally made of linen
- Safety lamp, lamps used particularly in coal mining, some helmet mounted
Examples
- Comfo-Cap, manufactured by Mine Safety Appliances
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