BS EN 1077:2007

This standard BS EN 1077:2007 Helmets for alpine skiers and snowboarders is classified in these ICS categories:

• 97.220.20 Winter sports equipment
• 13.340.20 Head protective equipment

This European Standard is applicable to performance requirements and tests for two classes of helmets for alpine skiers, snowboarders and for similar groups, including children and participants in competitions. The standard comprises two different classes of protection, class A and class B.

Requirements and the corresponding methods of test, where appropriate, are given for the following:

• construction including field of vision;

• shock absorbing properties;

• resistance to penetration;

• retention system properties;

• marking and information.