SIST EN 13484:2002

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Helme für Benutzer von RodelschlittenCasques pour utilisateurs de lugesHelmets for users of luges97.220.20Oprema za zimske športeWinter sports equipment13.340.20Varovalna oprema za glavoHead protective equipmentICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 13484:2001SIST EN 13484:2002en01-junij-2002SIST EN 13484:2002SLOVENSKI
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SIST EN 13484:2002



EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 13484November 2001ICS 13.340.20English versionHelmets for users of lugesCasques pour utilisateurs de lugesHelme für Benutzer von RodelschlittenThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 3 October 2001.CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this EuropeanStandard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such nationalstandards may be obtained on application to the Management Centre or to any CEN member.This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the Management Centre has the same status as the officialversions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
B-1050 Brussels© 2001 CENAll rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reservedworldwide for CEN national Members.Ref. No. EN 13484:2001 ESIST EN 13484:2002



EN 13484:2001 (E)2ContentspageFOREWORD.3INTRODUCTION.41SCOPE.52NORMATIVE REFERENCES.53TERMS AND DEFINITIONS.54REQUIREMENTS.75TESTING.116MARKING.247INFORMATION TO BE SUPPLIED BY THE MANUFACTURER.24ANNEX A (INFORMATIVE)
ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE FOR ARTIFICIAL AGEING.25ANNEX ZA (INFORMATIVE)
CLAUSES OF THIS EUROPEAN STANDARD ADDRESSING ESSENTIALREQUIREMENTS OR OTHER PROVISIONS OF EU DIRECTIVE 89/686/EEC.26SIST EN 13484:2002



EN 13484:2001 (E)3ForewordThis draft European Standard has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 158 "Headprotection", the secretariat of which is held by BSI.This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication ofan identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by May 2002, and conflicting national standardsshall be withdrawn at the latest by May 2002.This European Standard has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the EuropeanCommission and the European Free Trade Association, and supports essential requirements ofEU Directive(s).For relationship with EU Directive(s), see informative annex ZA, which is an integral part of thisstandard.Annex A is informative.According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations ofthe following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, CzechRepublic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg,Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.SIST EN 13484:2002



EN 13484:2001 (E)4IntroductionThe intention of helmets is to reduce the risk of injury to the skull and part of the head surroundedby the helmet.The protection given by a helmet depends on the circumstances of the accident and wearing ahelmet cannot always prevent death or long term disability.In this standard, the concept of optimum level of protection has been taken into account. Thismeans that the protection efficiency is as high as possible, without decreasing the wearer’sacceptance to the extent that she/he will not wear it, because of discomfort caused by the increaseof the mass and dimensions.A proportion of the energy of an impact is absorbed by the helmet, thereby reducing the force of theblow sustained by the head. The structure of the helmet can be damaged in absorbing this energyand any helmet that sustains a severe blow should be replaced even if damage is not apparent.To achieve the performance of which it is capable, and to ensure stability on the head, a helmetshould be as closely fitting as possible consistent with comfort. In use it is essential that the helmetis securely fastened, with any chin strap under proper tension at all times.SIST EN 13484:2002



EN 13484:2001 (E)51ScopeThis European Standard specifies the minimum performance requirements and test methods forhelmets for users of luges in competition in ice channels.Requirements and the corresponding methods of test, where appropriate, are given for thefollowing:-construction including field of vision;-shock absorbing properties;-resistance to penetration;-retention system properties;-marking and information.2Normative referencesThis European Standard incorporates by dated or undated reference, provisions from otherpublications. These normative references are cited at the appropriate places in the text, and thepublications are listed hereafter. For dated references, subsequent amendments to or revisions ofany of these publications apply to this European Standard only when incorporated in it byamendment or revision. For undated references the latest edition of the publication referred toapplies (including amendments).EN 960, Headforms for use in the testing of protective helmets.EN 1077:1996, Helmets for alpine skiers.ISO 4892-1, Plastics - Methods of exposure to laboratory light sources - Part 1: General guidance.ISO 4892-2, Plastics - Methods of exposure to laboratory light sources - Part 2: Xenon-arc sources.ISO 6487, Road vehicles - Measurement techniques in impact tests – Instrumentation.3Terms and definitionsFor the purposes of this European Standard the following terms and definitions apply.3.1 protective helmetitem to be worn on the head, intended to absorb the energy of an impact, thus reducing the risk ofinjury to the head[EN 1077:1996]3.2shellouter layer which provides part of the whole general form of the helmet[EN 1077:1996]SIST EN 13484:2002



EN 13484:2001 (E)63.3helmet typecategory of helmets which does not differ in such essential respects as the materials or dimensionsor construction of the helmet, of the retention system, or of the protective padding[EN 1077:1996]NOTE
Helmet type can include a range of helmet sizes, provided that the thickness of the protective paddingin each size in the range is at least equal to that in the helmet which when subjected to the tests satisfies therequirements of this standard.3.4padding[according to EN 1077:1996]3.5retention systemcomplete assembly by means of which the helmet is maintained in position on the head, includingany devices for adjustment of the system or to enhance the wearer's comfort[EN 1077:1996]3.6chin-strappart of the retention system consisting of a strap that passes under the wearer's jaw to keep thehelmet in position[EN 1077:1996]3.7basic plane of the human headplane at the level of the external ear opening (external auditory meatus) and the lower edge of theeye sockets (orbits)[EN 1077:1996]3.8basic plane of a headformplane relative to the headform that corresponds to the basic plane of the human head[EN 1077:1996]3.9reference planeconstruction plane parallel to the basic plane of the headform at a distance from it which is afunction of the size of the headform[EN 1077:1996]3.10lugeequipment guided by runners, without any inside or outside driving power, for using in ice channelsand not in natural tracks or downhill glidingSIST EN 13484:2002



EN 13484:2001 (E)74Requirements4.1MaterialsFor those parts of the helmet coming into contact with the skin the material used shall be known notto undergo appreciable alteration from contact with sweat or with substances likely to be found incosmetic products. Materials shall not be used which are known to cause skin disorders. Testingaccording to 5.1.4.2Construction4.2.1GeneralThe helmet normally consists of means of absorbing impact energy and means of retaining thehelmet on the head even in an accident.The helmet shall be so designed and shaped that parts of it (visor, rivets, ventilators, edges,fastening device and the like) are not likely to injure the user in normal use.NOTE
Helmets should- have low weight;- be easy to put on and take off;- be usable with spectacles;- not significantly interfere with the ability of the user to hear;- have good durability and withstand normal handling;- permit cleaning.Testing in accordance with 5.14.2.2Retention system4.2.2.1GeneralMeans shall be provided for retaining the helmet on the wearer's head. All parts of the retentionsystem shall be securely attached to the system or to the helmet.NOTE 1
It is recommended that the opening mechanism be marked with red or orange colour.NOTE 2
The colour of any part of the retention system should not be green,as green is used for helmets withan emergency release system.Testing in accordance with 5.1.4.2.2.2Chin strapsThe chin strap shall not include a chin cup.Any chin strap shall be not less than 15 mm wide.Chin straps can be fitted with means of enhancing comfort for the wearer.Testing in accordance with 5.1.SIST EN 13484:2002



EN 13484:2001 (E)84.2.2.3Fastening devicesAny chin strap shall be fitted with a device to adjust and maintain tension in the strap.Testing in accordance with 5.14.2.3Field of visionWhen tested in accordance with
5.5 there shall be no occultation in the field of vision bounded byangles as follows (see Figure 1):-horizontally105°-upwards
25°-downwards
45°Key1 Reference plane2 Basic plane3 Central vertical axisa)
Section of headform in longitudinal vertical planeSIST EN 13484:2002



EN 13484:2001 (E)9Key1 Longitudinal vertical median plane2 Central transverse vertical planeb)
Section of headform in reference planeFigure 1 - Field of vision4.3Extent of coverageWhen tested in accordance with 5.5 the helmet shall cover at least the area above the line BCDEA'in Figure 2. Measurements for different headform sizes are given in Table 1.Table 1 - Extent of coverage for different headform sizesCode letter(See EN960)Stated headformcircumferenceACHD y x A E J M O
500
540
570
600
620 84 88,5 93 97,5100 89 92 95 98100 89,7 96102,5107110 24 26 27,5 29 30NOTE
The dimensions AC and HD correspond to the length of the chordsmeasured with dividers.SIST EN 13484:2002



EN 13484:2001 (E)10Key1Basic plane2Reference plane3Central transverse vertical planeFigure 2 - Minimum extent of coverage : Measurements for different headform sizes4.4Shock absorbing capacityWhen tested in accordance with 5.7 the peak acceleration shall not, for
any impact, exceed 250 g.4.5Resistance to penetrationWhen tested in accordance with 5.8 the point of the punch shall not touch the headform.SIST EN 13484:2002



EN 13484:2001 (E)114.6Retention system performance4.6.1StrengthWhen tested in accordance with 5.9, the dynamic extension shall not exceed 35 mm and theresidual extension shall not exceed 25 mm. For this purpose, extension includes slippage of thefastening device. Following the test the retention system shall still permit the helmet to be releasedfrom the headform by normal operation of the release system.Damage to the retention system shallbe accepted provided that the above requirements are met.NOTE
In this test, slippage of the fastening device may be measured and recorded separately from othercontributions to the extension, but this is for information only and is not subject to separate requirement.4.6.2EffectivenessWhen tested in accordance with 5.10 the helmet, selected to be of appropriate size, shall not comeoff the headform.4.7DurabilityAfter being tested the helmet shall not show damage that would cause an additional injury to thewearer (sharp edges, points, etc.). Report such damage in accordance with 5.7.3.25Testing5.1 Visual inspectionConformity of the requirements in 4.1 ,4.2.1 and 4.2.2 shall be verified by the visual inspection ofthe samples, by measurement and by checking the information supplied by the manufacturer.5.2HeadformsThe headforms used shall comply with EN 960.The sizes in Table 2 shall be used,except for the determination of shock absorbing capacity,forwhich only sizes A,E,J,M and O are available.Table 2 - Sizes of headformsCode letterCircumference of the headform basic planemmA500C520E540G560J570K580M600O620SIST EN 13484:2002



EN 13484:2001 (E)125.3Sampling,number of samples and sequence of testsOnly new
helmets with accessories as offered for for sale shall be tested.For each helmet type, four helmets of the largest and four of the smallest headform size that fitswithin the manufacturer’s claimed head size range shall be submitted for testing.The sequence of tests performed on each helmet size,and the tests performed on the samesample, are given in Table 3.Table 3 - Sequence of tests and number of tests per samplePerformance testSequence of testsSample numberRetention system effectiveness(5.10)1st1---Shock absorbing capacity (5.7)2nd123-Retention system strength (5.9)3rd---4Resistance to penetration (5.8)4th---45.4Inspection and determination of massInspect the helmet to ascertain whether it is suitable for its intended purpose and fulfils the generalrequirements in 4.2.1.Determine the mass of the helmets of the same size submitted for testing. Calculate and record themean value in grams rounded off to the nearest 10 g stating the size of the helmet.5.5Helmet positioning and determination of field of vision and area of coveragePlace the helmet on a headform of largest appropriate size and complying with the requirements forshape in EN 960. Apply a load of 50 N on the crown of the helmet in order to adjust the helmet onthe headform. Ascertain that the vertical median plane of the helmet coincides with the verticalmedian plane of the headform.Adjust the helmet on the headform according to the manufacturer's instructions. In that positiondetermine if the helmet complies with the requirements for field of vision in 4.2.3 and the extent ofcoverage in 4.3.To determine whether the helmet complies with the requirements for field of vision in 4.2.3, the testhouse shall select the size it considers likely to yield the least favourable result for the helmet type.If any of the requirements in 4.2.3 and 4.3 are not fulfilled, adjust the helmet on the headform aslittle as possible to satisfy both requirements.In that position draw the following line(s) on the helmet:SIST EN 13484:2002



EN 13484:2001 (E)13- a horizontal line at the level of the reference plane of the headform;and on helmets that shall undergo the shock absorbing test:- the impact zones as defined in 5.7.1.5.6Conditioning5.6.1Room conditioningThe sample shall be expos
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