Wear a hat

It’s summer, wear a hat. You’re Urbexing and it’s not summer ? Wear a hat !!

Exploring abandoned buildings or decaying structures is an exciting adventure. However, it is important to take safety precautions to avoid injuries or accidents. One such precaution is wearing a cap (or even a hard hat while exploring.

As it is summer, let’s start with the obvious: sun protection.

Wearing a hat provides excellent protection against the sun due to its role in reducing direct exposure of the head and face to harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation. UV radiations, specifically UVA and UVB rays, are emitted by the sun and cause various adverse effects on the skin and underlying tissues.

Hats act as a physical barrier, shielding the scalp, forehead, and face from direct sunlight. It covers and shades these areas, reducing the intensity of UV radiation reaching the skin. This helps minimize the risk of sunburn, skin damage, and the development of skin cancers, such as basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma.

The hat’s brim, particularly if wide and with a downward slope, offers additional protection by casting a shadow over the face and neck. This effectively blocks a significant portion of the sun’s rays. By reducing the amount of UV radiation exposure, the hat reduces the likelihood of sun-induced skin aging, sunburns, and DNA damage caused by the harmful rays.

More on point with this blog, in a decaying building, there is a high risk of falling debris, such as plaster or ceiling tiles. Wearing a cap or hard hat helps protect your head from these objects. Even small debris can cause significant injury if it falls from a height. A cap or hard hat can provide a layer of protection, reducing the risk of head injuries.

Another safety concern in a decaying building is the potential for structural collapse. A cap or hard hat can also provide some protection against falling beams or other structural elements. While a cap or hard hat cannot guarantee protection in the event of a collapse, it can help reduce the severity of any injuries.

Wearing a cap can also help protect your eyes from dust. Decaying buildings are often filled with paricles that can be harmful to your eyes. A cap with a brim can provide some shade and keep dust and debris out of your eyes.

Finally, wearing a cap or hard hat can serve as a reminder to be cautious and aware of your surroundings. It is easy to become absorbed in the exploration of a decaying building and forget about potential hazards. Wearing a cap can serve as a physical reminder to be vigilant and cautious while exploring.

I believe wearing a cap or hard hat while exploring a decaying building is an important safety precaution. It can provide protection against falling debris and other hazards, and serve as a reminder to be cautious and aware of your surroundings. When exploring decaying structures, it is important to prioritize safety to ensure a successful and injury-free exploration.