- EN 1078
EN 1078, entitled "Helmets for pedal cyclists and for users of skateboards and roller skates," is a European standard published in 1997. It is the basis of the identical
British Standard "BS EN 1078:1997". Compliance with this standard is one way of complying with the requirements of the EuropeanPersonal Protective Equipment Directive (PPE; 89/686/EEC).EN 1078 specifies requirements and test methods for
bicycle helmet s, skateboard and roller skate helmets. It covers helmet construction including field of vision, shock absorbing properties, retention system properties including chin strap and fastening devices, as well as marking and information.cite web|title=BS EN 1078:1997|author=BSI Group |url=http://www.bsi-global.com/en/Standards-and-Publications/Industry-Sectors/Health-and-Safety/H--S-Products/BS-EN-10781997]The standard's key features are:cite web|title=Bicycle helmets: review of effectiveness (No.30)|author=
Department for Transport |url=http://www.dft.gov.uk/pgr/roadsafety/research/rsrr/theme1/bicyclehelmetsreviewofeffect4726?page=6]
* Test anvils: Flat and kerbstone
* Drop apparatus: Guided free fall
* Impact velocity, energy or drop height flat anvil: 5.42–5.52 m/s
* Impact energy criteria: < 250g
* Roll-off test: Yes
* Retention system strength: Force applied dynamically. Helmet supported on headform.A derived standard,
EN 1080 , covers helmets for young children. It addresses problems associated with thestrangulation of children playing while wearing helmets.References
External links
* [http://www.helmets.org/stdcomp.htm Helmets.org international comparison of bicycle helmet standards]
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