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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
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Helmets for equestrian activities
Schutzhelme für reiterliche Aktivitäten
Casques de protection pour sports hippiques
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: prEN 1384 rev
ICS:
13.340.20 Varovalna oprema za glavo Head protective equipment
97.220.40 Oprema za športe na Outdoor and water sports
prostem in vodne športe equipment
oSIST prEN 1384:2015 en,fr,de
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

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EUROPEAN STANDARD
DRAFT
prEN 1384 rev
NORME EUROPÉENNE

EUROPÄISCHE NORM

December 2014
ICS 13.340.20 Will supersede EN 1384:2012
English Version
Helmets for equestrian activities
Casques de protection pour sports hippiques Schutzhelme für reiterliche Aktivitäten
This draft European Standard is submitted to CEN members for enquiry. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee CEN/TC 158.

If this draft becomes a European Standard, CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which
stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration.

This draft European Standard was established by CEN in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language
made by translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management
Centre has the same status as the official versions.

CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
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Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and United
Kingdom.

Recipients of this draft are invited to submit, with their comments, notification of any relevant patent rights of which they are aware and to
provide supporting documentation.

Warning : This document is not a European Standard. It is distributed for review and comments. It is subject to change without notice and
shall not be referred to as a European Standard.


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© 2014 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved Ref. No. prEN 1384 rev:2014 E
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Contents Page
Foreword .4
Introduction .5
1 Scope .6
2 Normative references .6
3 Terms and definitions .6
4 Physical requirements .8
4.1 General .8
4.2 Materials .8
4.3 Finish and projections .9
4.4 Retention system .9
5 Performance requirement .9
5.1 Extent of coverage .9
5.2 Shock absorption. 10
5.3 Penetration . 10
5.4 Lateral deformation . 10
5.5 Retention system strength . 10
5.6 Retention system effectiveness . 10
5.7 Helmet stability . 10
5.8 Peak deflection . 10
5.9 Field of vision . 10
5.10 Practical performance . 12
5.10.1 General . 12
5.10.2 Requirements . 12
6 Testing . 12
6.1 Uncertainty of measurement . 12
6.2 Visual inspection . 12
6.2.1 Retention system and chin strap . 13
6.2.2 Finish and projections . 13
6.3 Assessment of thickness of protective padding (liner) . 13
6.4 Assessment of extent of the area of protection and marking of test area . 14
6.5 Headforms . 15
6.6 Field of vision . 16
6.7 Test sequence and time schedule . 16
6.8 Inspection and determination of mass . 17
6.9 Testing atmosphere and conditioning. 17
6.9.1 General . 17
6.9.2 High temperature conditioning . 17
6.9.3 Low temperature conditioning . 17
6.9.4 Artificial ageing and moisture conditioning . 17
6.9.5 Water conditioning . 17
6.10 Shock absorption test . 18
6.10.1 General . 18
6.11 Determination of resistance to penetration . 19
6.11.1 General . 19
6.12 Test for lateral deformation . 20
6.12.1 General . 20
6.12.2 Apparatus . 20
6.12.3 Procedure . 20
6.13 Retention system strength . 21
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6.13.1 General . 21
6.14 Retention system effectiveness . 22
6.14.1 General . 22
6.15 Retention system release . 22
6.15.1 Procedure . 22
6.15.2 Procedure . 23
6.16 Test for stability of helmet on headform . 24
6.16.1 Principle. 24
6.16.2 Apparatus . 24
6.16.3 Test procedure . 25
6.17 Test for deflection of the peak . 25
6.17.1 Principle. 25
6.17.2 Apparatus . 25
6.17.3 Test procedure . 25
6.18 Practical performance testing . 25
6.18.1 Test subjects and conditions . 25
6.18.2 Procedure . 25
7 Marking and labelling . 26
7.1 Marking . 26
7.2 Information and instruction for the user . 27
Annex A Significant technical changes between this European Standard and EN 1384:2012 . 28
Annex ZA (informative) Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential
Requirements of EU Directive 89/686/EEC Personal Protective Equipment . 29
Bibliography . 30
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Foreword
This document (prEN 1384:2014) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 158 “Head protection”,
the secretariat of which is held by BSI.
This document is currently submitted to the CEN Enquiry.
This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and the
European Free Trade Association, and supports essential requirements of EU Directive(s).
For relationship with EU Directive(s), see informative Annex ZA, which is an integral part of this document.
Helmets for equestrian activities can be worn for short and long periods of time (for many hours) in cold and
hot climates including activities that result in the user's body temperature increasing. Consequently, the
helmet should be comfortable, light and commensurate with the risks to which the user may be exposed in
order to be effective without introducing heat stress to the wearer.
Annex A provides details of significant technical changes between this European Standard and the previous
edition.
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Introduction
The protection given by a helmet depends on the circumstances of the accident and wearing a helmet cannot
always prevent death or long-term disability.
A proportion of the energy of an impact is absorbed by the helmet, thereby reducing the force of the blow
sustained by the head. The structure of the helmet may be damaged in absorbing this energy, and any helmet
that sustains a severe blow needs to be replaced even if damage is not apparent.
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1 Scope
This European Standard specifies requirement for protective helmets that can have a peak, for people
involved in equestrian activities.
It gives safety requirements that include methods of test and levels of performance for shock absorption, for
resistance to penetration, lateral deformation and for the strength and effectiveness of the retention system
and the deflection of a peak if fitted.
Requirements and the corresponding methods of test are given for the following:
— construction, including field of vision;
— shock absorbing properties;
— resistance to penetration;
— lateral deformation ;
— retention system properties
— deflection of peak (if fitted);
— marking and information.
Helmets that are presented for testing that fall outside the size ranges for the available headforms are
excluded from approval to this standard.
NOTE Performance requirements for tangential impact (rotational) are not included at this time as the test method is
under development in CEN TC158/WG11 – Headforms and test methods". Once the work is concluded in WG11, this
standard will be revised to take this into account.
2 Normative references
The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are
indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references,
the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 960:2006, Headforms for use in the testing of protective helmets
ISO 6487, Road vehicles — Measurement techniques in impact tests — Instrumentation
EN 13087-1:, Protective helmets - Test methods - Part 1: Conditions and conditioning
EN 13087-2:, Protective helmets - Test methods - Part 2: Shock absorption
EN 13087-3:, Protective helmets - Test methods - Part 3: Resistance to penetration
EN 13087-4:, Protective helmets - Test methods - Part 4: Retention system effectiveness
EN 13087-5:, Protective helmets - Test methods - Part 5: Retention system strength
EN 13087-6:, Protective helmets - Test methods - Part 6: Field of vision
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
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3.1
shell
material that provides the hard outer case of the helmet
3.2
protective padding (liner)
padding material provided to absorb impact energy
3.3
comfort padding or size padding
padding material provided to ensure comfortable and correct fit
3.4
cradle
headband or other head fitting and those internal parts of the helmet other than the padding, which are in
contact with the head
3.5
retention system
complete assembly by means of which the helmet is maintained in position on the head, including any devices
for adjustment of the system or to enhance the wearer's comfort
3.6
draw-lace
lace used by a wearer for making adjustments to the fit of the cradle on the head
3.7
chin strap
part of the retention system consisting of a strap that passes under the wearer's jaw to keep the helmet in
position
3.8
chin cup
cup mounted on the retention system to locate the strap on the point of the wearer's chin
3.9
helmet type
category of helmets which do not differ in such essential respects as the material density / properties,
construction of the helmet, retention system or protective padding
Note 1 to entry: Difference in sizes in itself does not constitute different helmet types.
Note 2 to entry: helmet type that may include a range of helmet sizes, provided that the thickness of the protective
padding in each size in the range is at least equal to that in the helmet which, when subjected to the tests, satisfies the
requirements of this standard
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3.10
peak
extension from the basic form of the helmet above the eyes
Note 1 to entry: Limited protection to the eyes may be provided by an extension forward from the part of the helmet
which covers the head directly from above. Depending upon the construction of the helmet, such extension may be
considered to be, or not to be, a peak with respect to 5.8 Peak deflection .It may be integral with, or detachable by wearer
from , the helmet
Note 2 to entry: In the case of helmets whose construction incorporates a shell fitted with protective padding, the
extension is considered to be a peak if it is not made from the same material as the protective padding (that is, it is made
from the same material of the shell). If the extension is made from the same material as the protective padding, it is
considered not be a peak.
Note 3 to entry: In the case of helmets whose construction does not incorporate a shell (that is the helmet is made
from shock absorbing material), the extension is considered not to be a peak if it is integral with the part of the helmet
which covers the head directly from above
3.11
area of protection
minimum area of the headform covered by the protective padding (liner)
3.12
test area
area of helmet which is subject to shock absorption and penetration tests
3.13
retention fixing point
part of the helmet to which the retention system is permanently attached
4 Physical requirements
4.1 General
The helmet may be constructed either with or without a shell, and with or without means of ventilation. If a
shell is used, then protective padding shall be securely fastened to it. The helmet shall not be fitted with nor
have a chin cup.
Shell ventilation is an optional feature. Vents may increase comfort but they allow for the possibility of solid
objects entering through a vent and contacting the head. Rain will also enter through the vents. Within the
area of protection ventilation and other apertures are permitted but these are restricted to the area above the
test line.
The minimum thickness of the protective padding (liner), measured at 12 mm from the edge of the area of
protection, shall not be less than the minimum thickness of the protective padding (liner) in the test area as
defined in 6.4.
Consideration shall be given to the wearability (low weight , be easy to put on and take off and release of the
retention system, be usable with spectacles and not significantly interfere with the ability of the user to hear )
of the helmet by the widest range of users .
4.2 Materials
For those parts of the helmet coming, or that may come, into contact with the skin the material used shall not
be subject to any known appreciable alteration from contact with sweat or with substances likely to be found in
toiletries. Materials shall not be used which are known to cause skin disorders or other adverse effects on
health.
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Examples of documents, which can be presented as evidence of chemical innocuousness, are given below;
a) materials specifications;
b) safety data sheets relating to the materials;
c) information relating to the suitability of the materials for use with food, in medical devices, or other
relevant applications;
d) information relating to toxicological, allergenic, carcinogenic, toxic to reproduction or mutagenic
investigations on the materials;
e) information relating to ecotoxicological and other environmental investigations on the materials.
Substances recommended for cleaning, maintenance or disinfection shall have no adverse effect on the
helmet and shall be not known to be likely to have any adverse effect upon the wearer, when applied in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
4.3 Finish and projections
The helmet shall be so designed and shaped that parts of it (for example visor, rivets, ventilators, edges,
fastening device etc.) shall not injure the user.
All edges shall be smooth and rounded. There shall be no rigid projections on the inside of the helmet
exceeding 2mm. Any external projection shall not exceed 5 mm, or shall be smoothly faired to the adjacent
surface, except for a button on the top of the helmet and a peak.
Test according to 6.2.2.
4.4 Retention system
A retention system shall be permanently fixed to the helmet and shall incorporate a chin strap no less than
15 mm wide. The system shall be permanently fitted with fastening and adjustment devices which may be
combined. The chinstrap shall be adjustable in length.
The retention system shall be freed by deliberate action only. The fastening and adjusting devices shall have
no sharp edges.
NOTE 1 It is recommended that the part of the device intended to be operated by the wearer to cause the device to
open is coloured orange or red.
NOTE 2 It is permissible for the system to include padding or other means of enhancing comfort to the wearer.
The chin strap (see 3.7) shall not have a chin cup.
5 Performance requirement
5.1 Extent of coverage
When the helmet is tested by the method described in 6.4 , the extent of coverage shall include zones 1,2,
and 3 (Figure 2) .
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5.2 Shock absorption
When tested in accordance with the method in 6.10, the maximum deceleration for any one test on the flat
anvil shall not exceed 250 g, and the average shall not exceed 225 g over 3 tests on the same helmet, and
the total time during which its exceeds 150g shall not be greater than 5 mm. The helmet shall remain on the
headform and the retention system shall remain fastened.
The test sites shall be separated by a distance not less than one-fifth of the maximum circumference of the
helmet and not closer than 75 mm to a penetration test site. This circumference shall be that measured on the
exterior of the helmet at the AA’ plane.
5.3 Penetration
When tested by the method described in 6.11, there shall be not contact between the striker and test block.
5.4 Lateral deformation
When tested in accordance with 6.12, the maximum lateral deformation of the helmet shall not exceed 30 mm,
and the residual lateral deformation shall not exceed 10 mm
5.5 Retention system strength
When tested in accordance with 6.13, the dynamic extension of the retention system, including slippage of the
buckle, as measured by displacement of the simulated chin, shall not exceed 35 mm and the residual
extension, with the drop-weight at rest on the anvil, shall not exceed 25 mm. Following the test, manual
release of the unloaded buckle shall be possible
5.6 Retention system effectiveness
When the helmet is fitted to an appropriate size headform with the webbing closed and is subjected to the test
described in 6.14, the helmet shall remain on the headform. Rotation of the helmet is acceptable during
testing.
5.7 Helmet stability
When tested in accordance with 6.16, the vertical movement of the mid-point of the front edge of the liner shall
not exceed 15 mm.
5.8 Peak deflection
Where the helmet has a peak, when the peak is tested by the method described in 6.17, the deflection at the
lateral mid-point of the front edge of the peak shall be greater than 6,0 mm.
5.9 Field of vision
When tested in accordance with EN 13087-6, (except where indicated below in Figure 1) there shall be no
occultation in the field of vision bounded by angles as follows:
• horizontally 105° (measured from points K1 and K2);
• downwards 45°.
NOTE In the case of helmets with detachable peaks, the peak shall be fitted.
Test according to 6.6.
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Dimensions in millimetres

a) Section of headform in longitudinal vertical plane

b) Section of headform in reference plane
Key
1 reference plane 2 basic plane
3 front 4 back
5 longitudinal vertical median plane 6 central transverse vertical plane
NOTE 1 Longitudinal vertical median plane – equivalent to EN 960:2006, 2.8 “vertical longitudinal plane”.
NOTE 2 Central transverse vertical plane – equivalent to EN 960:2006, 2.9 “vertical transverse plane”.
Figure 1 — Field of vision
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5.10 Practical performance
5.10.1 General
Helmets shall provide users with a level of comfort consistent with the level of protection required against the
hazard which is present, the ambient conditions, the level of the user’s activity, and the anticipated duration of
use of the helmet.
Helmets shall not
— have rough, sharp or hard surfaces that irritate or injure the user;
— be so tight, loose and/or heavy so that it restricts normal movement
Samples used for practical performance shall be supplied separately by the manufacturer in the appropriate
sizes and shall not be utilized for any of the laboratory testing.
a) The testing is a subjective assessment of the helmet by the test subject (wearer) and the observer during
the trial.
b) A record of the observer’s and test subject’s comments shall be made after the trial – see 6.18.2.3.
5.10.2 Requirements
When the helmet is assessed in accordance with 6.18, the following requirements shall be met:
a) it shall be possible for the helmet to be adjusted to give a snug fit to the head of the 5 test subjects;
b) the helmet shall always remain in place during the activities listed 6.18.2.1 and 6.18.2.2
c) there shall not be any “NO” answers from any of the 5 test subjects.
6 Testing
6.1 Uncertainty of measurement
For each of the required sequences of measurements performed in accordance with this standard a
corresponding estimate of the uncertainty of the final result shall be determined. On request, this uncertainty
(Um) shall be given in the test report in the form Um = ± X. It shall be used in determining whether a “Pass”
performance has been achieved.
If the final result plus Um is above the maximum Pass level, the sample shall be deemed to have failed
After being tested the helmet shall not exhib
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