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DIN Standards Committee Sports Equipment

Overview

The document specifies requirements and test methods for protective helmets used in paragliding, hang gliding and 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. This standard is a product standard and specifies requirements and test methods. This standard deals in particular with aspects of (product) safety. It is related to DIN EN 960. The committee responsible for this standard is NA 112-04-02 AA "Sportschutzhelme" ("Sports protective helmets") at DIN.

Document: references other documents

Responsible national committee

NA 112-04-02 AA - Sports protective helmets  

Responsible european committee

CEN/TC 158 - Head protection