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2/10/2015 C ERTIFICATION , P ROPER F IT , L IABILITY Shay Timms, CEO 1. Certification 2. Proper Fit 3. Liability Q&A 1 2/10/2015 ASTM International Sets standards for a variety of products worldwide. ASTM standard

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CERTIFICATION, PROPER FIT, LIABILITY

Shay Timms, CEO

1. Certification
2. Proper Fit
3. Liability

 Q&A

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 ASTM International

Sets standards for a variety of products

worldwide.

ASTM standard F1163-04a
Specification covers minimum performance

criteria and describes test method.

 SEI

Voluntary third party certification that helmets

meet current standard.

SEI requires testing at an independent lab to

the F1163 ASTM standard.

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ASTM/SEI helmets contain their date of manufacture and

the SEI seal under the headliner inside the helmet.

Visit SEI website to view a listing of SEI certified helmets.

▪ www.seinet.org

Current Certification Standard

▪ ASTM F1163-04a

Future Standard

▪ ASTM F1163-13  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_Rr6OKaqAQ

 Recommend 5 years from

date of purchase.

 Exceptions:

One impact only – any
impact. May not be visible
Exposed to high heat

(inside hot car), excessive water

High amount of use –

replace sooner

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2/10/2015 4  Identify the needs (ASTM/SEI certification,

rganization rules)

 Identify the discipline (English/Western

Show/Pleasure)

 Find a helmet that is practical, desirable, within

customer’s price range, and fits properly.

 NOTE: A child CANNOT buy a helmet that they

will “grow into”.

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Measure the circumference of the head

One inch above the eyebrow
Use hat size
Match this measurement with sizing chart
If no measurement start with Medium

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Adjust the liners of the helmet so they all lay flat and open all fit systems

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Place helmet on head and check for pressure points - If there is pressure from the helmet move up to the next size

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If the helmet is too loose try folding the liners under. If the helmet is still loose with the thickest pads move to a smaller size.

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Helmets should fit snuggly and sit level on the forehead.

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Adjust the stabilizing system to a snug position i.e. Troxel Dial or SureFit system

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The helmet should cover the forehead within two finger widths of the eyebrow.

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Side straps should form a “V” under earlobe – adjust side glides so they are positioned right under earlobe

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Adjust retention strap under the chin to a snug position

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To test the tightness of the chin straps, open your mouth into a big yawn. The helmet should pull down on the head. If not, tighten the chinstrap.

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The helmet should not rock backwards or forward.

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Buckle – Self Locking

 Product Liability  Negligence &

Strict Liability

Manufacture

Defect

Design Defect
Failure to Warn

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 Insurance

Deductible
Coverage
Occurrence vs Claims Made
Reporting a Claim
Review with your Broker

 Vendor Experience & History

Experience
How does vendor address potential

complaints

Insurance
Design and manufacturing
Warnings / Owner’s Manual
Legal Department / Legal Review
Education of Consumer
Sell Only Certified Products
Location of vendor’s business

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 Employee Training

Helmet Fit Videos
ASTM/SEI Education
Encourage Certified Helmet Use Only

 Manage Customer Concerns

Policy of reporting

 Educate Customer

breakage of fit systems
helmet breakage ( supposed to happen!)