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Standard Test Methods for Equipment and Procedures Used in Evaluating the Performance Characteristics of Protective Headgear
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Scope
1.1 These test methods cover laboratory equipment, procedures, and basic requirements pertinent to testing protective headgear. Deviations or additions, or both, to these test methods will be specified, as required, in individual ASTM performance standards.
1.2 Requirements—The protective headgear is to be tested under specified environmental conditions for the following:
1.2.1 Impact attenuation (the limiting of head acceleration) of the protective headgear, and
1.2.2 Strength and stability of the retention system and its attachment to the protective headgear.
1.2.3 Special tests for particular protective headgear uses will be specified in the individual performance standards to be used in conjunction with these test methods.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Significance and Use
The purpose of these test methods is to provide reliable and repeatable tests for the evaluation of various types of protective headgear. Use of these test methods in conjunction with the specific individual performance standards is intended to reduce the likelihood of serious injury and death resulting from impacts to the head sustained by individuals participating in sports, recreation, and other leisure activities in which protective headgear is worn.
Keywords
helmet; individual performance standards; protective headgear; Dynamic strength retention; Impact testing--sports applications/equipment; Penetration--sports equipment; Performance--consumer products; Performance--protective clothing/materials applications; Protective headgear; Sports protective equipment
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Document Number
ASTM-F1446-08
Revision Level
2008 EDITION
Status
Superseded
Modification Type
Editorial Review Board change
Publication Date
April 9, 2008
Document Type
Test Method
Page Count
11 pages
Committee Number
F08.53