Updates Regarding NNS’ Hard Hat Policy

Published June 18, 2025

Newport News Shipbuilding recently updated its policy regarding company-issued hard hats (SSO 03-108). The full policy is available for review on MyNNS.

Highlights include:

  • Shipbuilders should not write on hard hats. All markings must be applied by sticker.
  • Only markings approved and issued by NNS may be applied to hard hats.
  • Name and department number should be legible.

All shipbuilders should check their hard hat to ensure they are in compliance with the updated policy.