3MHard Hat SecureFit H-701SFR-UV, White, Non-Vented Cap Style Safety Helmet with Uvicator Sensor, 4-Point Pressure Diffusion Ratchet Suspension, ANSI Z87.1

This is a very cute hard hat. It fit’s perfectly, and my teenager really loves it. The instructions are terrible. Luckily, a previous reviewer had good pictures and instructions, otherwise I would never have been able to figure it out. It’s used regularly for drone competitions, usually in a hot auditorium because they don’t want airflow from the air conditioning affecting the drones. So a tropical climate, with no AC and no fans running during many hours of competition. With no complaints about it getting too hot., so it was well worth the purchase. It’s comfortable, does what it’s supposed to do, and well-made. Just be sure to check other reviews if you have trouble putting it together.

This hat is certainly a hard one; it protected my head for a solid eight months, with the exception of when I didn't wear it and received a head injury, but that's not the hat's fault. The brackets on the inside are a little difficult to install because sometimes they just don't seem to fit, but with enough force, you can get them in. It's pretty valuable to have in the industrial setting I work in. Not very heavy; not sure if that's good or bad, though. Pretty comfy cause it's got an adjustable strap. Looks dorky like any hardhat does.

I bought this hat because one of my customers is having construction done and I needed it to be able to visit them. Having never worn one of my own before, I have to admit it was a little hard for me to understand how to put it together. I even asked the hubby, but he could not figure it out.But after a little bit of trial and error (plus a great YouTube video from 3M's website), I figured it out. After that I was ashamed it took so long, because it really is very easy.The hat is durable and perfect for my needs. It is easy to adjust the fit to any head and holds up well.As someone who wears makeup, it is also easy to clean it when the makeup rubs off on the inside.I bought this specific one because it was vented and I can say that really makes a difference when you have to wear it for the entire day. When I was borrowing the customers hard hats that were not vented, my head was soaked after an hour, but with this one, no sweaty head.It is also very comfortable.

Many people have complained about the poor instructions for assembling the 3M hard hat, and while I have a good amount of experience using illustrative instructions for assembling things, I came to agree that 3M really needs to improve this. The main problem is the illustrations, where are anything but clear. Also, is it really necessary to publish the instructions on the same plastic bag the hat is packaged in? This makes for awkward handling of them, which was not helpful.Once you can see how this thing goes together, it's really very simple. So I suggest that 3M go back to the drawing board - literally - and use colors to show which parts need to be plugged into which slots in the hat. Or perhaps clear photos instead of drawings. Come on 3M, you're a major corporation that makes quality products, so I know you can do better.The hard hat itself met my expectation of a well-made product. It fits well, it's easy to adjust the fit with a clever knob in the back, and I feel like it will hold up during an impact from a falling item. The price can't be beat, so this product has a real value for the money. I just hope 3M's product people will listen to the many complaints here and improve the assembly instructions.

Why did you pick this product vs others?:Very good condition and the plastic is very strong highly recommended

The insert doesn't come attached to the hat. Not sure if it's supposed to be a universal insert, but the clips don't fit this helmet. No instructions and super frustrating. Will be returning.

3M makes good quality products. I bought this hard hat for work because the regular ones that you can buy in the store don't usually fit woman's head as good so I bought this one and I'm happy with it. Fits perfect, easy to adjust.

Nice helmet