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EN 966:2012+A1:2012

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Helmets for airborne sports
Published date

31-10-2012

Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 Materials
5 Construction
6 Performance requirements
7 Tests
8 Marking
9 Information for users
Annex A (normative) - Positioning of the helmet
        on the headform
Annex B (normative) - Test area
Annex C (normative) - Field of vision
Annex D (informative) - Alternative procedure
        for artificial ageing
Annex E (informative) - Significant technical
        changes between this European Standard
        and EN 966:1996
Annex ZA (informative) - Relationship between
         this European Standard and the Essential
         Requirements of EU Directive 89/686/EEC
         Personal Protective Equipment
Bibliography

This European Standard specifies requirements and test methods for protective helmets used in paragliding, hang gliding and flying with ultra-light aeroplanes.Helmets for airborne sports are indicated in this European Standard as follows:-category HPG: Helmets for paragliding and hang gliding;-category UL: Helmets for flying with ultra-light aeroplanes.Requirements and the corresponding methods of test, where appropriate, are given for the following:-construction including chin strap, fastening devices, field of vision, head mobility and eye protection;-penetration resistance;-shock-absorbing properties;-retention system properties;-marking and information for users.NOTEThe requirements cover both categories. Special requirements are contained in the relevant clauses.This European Standard does not apply to other kinds of head protection used in airborne sports.

Committee
CEN/TC 158
DevelopmentNote
2012 Edition Re-Issued in October 2012 & incorporates AMD 1 2012. (11/2012)
DocumentType
Standard
PublisherName
Comite Europeen de Normalisation
Status
Current

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