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CEN
CEN/TC 158 Head protection
European Norm
13.340.20 Head protective equipment | 97.190 Equipment for children
This European Standard specifies requirements and test methods for helmets intended for use by young children to provide head protection in situations with a risk of head injuries in combination with risk of strangulation.
The standard is applicable for but not limited to:
- children’s cycling
- children’s roller-sports activities (skateboarding, roller skating, kick scooter riding etc)
- children’s sledging activities (use of toboggan, sledge, snow tray etc)
when there is a risk of strangulation due to the child playing in connection to the intended activity.
Requirements and the corresponding methods of test are given for the following:
- construction including field of vision;
- shock absorbing properties;
- retention system properties, including chin strap, fastening devices and self-release system;
- marking and information.
Legislation related to this standard
Regulation (EU) 2016/425 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 March 2016 on personal protective equipment and repealing Council Directive 89/686/EEC
PUBLISHED
EN 1080:2013
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