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HardKnock Type 2 Safety Helmets
Advanced Protection,
Built for Real Jobsites.
Resolve Full Brim and Credence No-Brim helmets feature Nuro™ technology and are available in vented Class C and non-vented Class E configurations.
Type 2 Protection Top & Side Impact
Nuro™ Technology Direct & Rotational Forces
Full Brim + No-Brim Resolve & Credence
Class C + Class E Vented & Non-Vented
Chin Strap Included Secure Retention
All-Day Comfort Lightweight Design
Accessory Ready Lights, Earmuffs & Shields
Custom Branding Company Logo Options
Choose Your Gear
Shop HardKnock
Choose Resolve Full Brim or Credence NoBrim Type 2 helmets, or browse CSA-approved helmet options. Already own a helmet? Find compatible accessories.
Resolve Full Brim
Full-brim Type 2 safety helmet with Nuro™ impact-management technology. Available in Class C vented and Class E non-vented configurations.
WaveCel CSA Helmets
Limited CSA-approved full-brim Type 2 helmet options for Canadian construction, utility, and industrial jobsites.
Credence NoBrim
Streamlined no-brim Type 2 safety helmet with Nuro™ impact-management technology. Available in Class C vented and Class E non-vented configurations.
Modern Head Protection for the Modern Jobsite
Built for Real-World Impacts
Traditional hard hats are primarily designed for top-of-head impacts. HardKnock Type 2 safety helmets are designed for real jobsite hazards, including angled impacts, side impacts, slips, trips, falls, and movement-related contact.
Nuro™ Impact
Protection Technology
At the heart of HardKnock helmets is Nuro Core™, a cellular impact system designed to flex, compress, and glide during impact to help manage both direct and rotational forces.
This approach is designed for the kinds of angled impacts that can occur during slips, trips, falls, and more.
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HardKnock Credence Featured
in Occupational Health & Safety
The 2026 Summer Showcase feature highlights the Credence helmet’s 93% porous Nuro Core™ and large top, side, and rear vents designed to increase airflow and help keep workers more comfortable on the job.
Credence combines Type 2 protection, rotational impact management, a low-profile no-brim design, and jobsite-ready ventilation.
View the FeatureBuild Your HardKnock System
HardKnock Resolve and Credence helmets are designed to work as part of a complete jobsite head protection system. Add compatible accessories based on your crew, application, and site requirements.
- Helmet lights
- Sun protection
- Earmuffs
- Replacement pads
- Face shields
- Replacement chin straps
Custom Branding & TPR Support
TPR Industrial can help outfit one worker or an entire crew with the right helmet style, Class C or Class E configuration, compatible accessories, and custom company logo options.
Our team also helps contractors, utilities, industrial crews, DOT teams, and safety managers match helmet setups to real jobsite needs.
Contact TPRType 2 Helmet Adoption Continues to Grow
Contractors, utilities, industrial teams, and safety managers are increasingly looking at side-impact protection, chin strap retention, rotational impact management, and real-world fall hazards when selecting head protection.
Industry Trend: Type 2 Helmet Adoption in Canada
The Canadian Construction Safety Council announced that Type 2 safety helmets with integrated chin straps would become mandatory for subcontractors working on CCSC member jobsites beginning July 1, 2026.
Read More About Canada’s Move Toward Type 2 Safety HelmetsFAQ
Looking for WaveCel Helmets?
WaveCel safety helmets are now Hardknock, and the helmet technology is now known as Nuro™. TPR Industrial continues to support customers with Hardknock Type 2 safety helmets, compatible accessories, and replacement parts for legacy WaveCel helmet programs.
What Is a Hardknock Helmet?
A Hardknock helmet is a Type 2 safety helmet designed to help protect against impacts from the top, front, back, and sides while also helping manage rotational forces through Nuro™ technology.
Do Hardknock Helmets Come With a Chin Strap?
Yes. Every Hardknock Resolve and Credence Type 2 helmet sold by TPR Industrial includes a chin strap for secure retention.
What Is Nuro™ Technology?
Nuro™ is a cellular impact system designed to flex, compress, and glide during impact to help manage both direct and rotational forces.
What Is the Difference Between Resolve and Credence?
Resolve is Hardknock’s full-brim Type 2 helmet and is a strong choice for general construction, utilities, road work, and outdoor jobsites. Credence is the no-brim option for climbing, confined spaces, technical work, and applications where overhead visibility and a compact profile matter.
What Is the Difference Between Class C and Class E?
Class C Hardknock helmets are vented for increased airflow. Class E models are non-vented and designed for applications requiring electrical hazard protection.
Can I Add Accessories to Hardknock Helmets?
Yes. Compatible options include helmet lights, earmuffs, face shields, replacement chin straps, replacement pads, sun protection, and other Hardknock accessories.
Can Hardknock Helmets Be Custom Branded?
Yes. TPR Industrial offers custom company logo options for qualifying Hardknock helmet orders and can help match helmet styles, colors, classes, and accessories to your crew.
Where Can I Buy Hardknock Helmets and Accessories?
Shop current Hardknock Type 2 helmet options through TPR Industrial or browse compatible Hardknock helmet accessories .
