In a shocking incident that took place on June 17th, a reporter, while accompanying the provincial security supervision department in an inspection of a local company, witnessed a disturbing safety hazard involving substandard safety helmets priced at just 5 yuan. As the reporter observed, one of the helmets was struck and immediately dented with a loud "bang," revealing its lack of structural integrity. The law enforcement officers were quick to point out the severity of the issue: “Wearing such a helmet could put workers’ lives at risk if something heavy falls on them. This is a serious violation of worker safety!â€
What exactly is a 5-yuan inferior helmet? During the inspection, the reporter saw that among eight helmets examined, five had their inner nets completely detached. These helmets lacked any safety markings, had no internal padding, and only featured a thin plastic lining. They were labeled as "mighty" yellow safety helmets, but they failed to meet even the most basic safety requirements. None of them carried a certificate from the State Quality Supervision Department, nor did they have the permanent markings required by national standards, such as the standard number, production date, or manufacturer information.
According to the on-site investigation, the company had purchased a total of 64 substandard helmets for just 350 yuan. Among them, 10 were bought on November 1, 2013, at 8 yuan each, and 54 were purchased in three separate transactions on March 18, April 1, and April 28, at 5 yuan per unit. Law enforcement officials identified these as low-cost "hard hats" that offered no real protection.
Safety inspectors explained that the market price for a standard safety helmet is typically around 30 yuan. A 5-yuan helmet is far below the cost of even a basic model, and these cheap alternatives are clearly defective. They may not withstand impacts and could potentially become "captive caps"—a term used to describe helmets that break apart during an accident. Can such a helmet truly protect a worker’s life?
Helmets are the final line of defense for workers in dangerous situations. Studies show that wearing a properly fitted helmet can reduce the risk of head injuries by up to 70%. However, these substandard helmets—often referred to as "three non-products" (no certification, no quality control, no safety standards)—can disintegrate upon impact. Due to their poor quality, accidents resulting in worker injuries occur frequently.
On April 26 this year, a female construction worker in Wuhan City fell from a wooden frame nearly one meter high. Her helmet cracked instantly, leading to a severe head injury. Such incidents highlight the dangers of using counterfeit or substandard protective gear.
The production of safety helmets in China is subject to strict licensing and must comply with the GB2811-2007 national standard. A qualified helmet must pass rigorous tests, including resistance to high temperatures (50°C), low temperatures (-10°C), and water environments. It must also include the standard number, manufacturer name, production date, product name, and specific technical performance details. Additionally, it should bear quality standards and AQ safety marks. For coal mine helmets, the MA safety mark is also required.
Despite these regulations, some companies continue to cut corners by using substandard helmets to save costs. This puts workers at unnecessary risk and creates hidden dangers that can lead to serious accidents. The "5-yuan safety helmet" incident serves as a clear warning about the importance of safety in the workplace.
It is time for relevant authorities and enterprises to take this issue seriously. No worker should be forced to wear a helmet that offers no real protection. Safety must never be compromised for the sake of profit.
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