What is BS EN 13087-6-Protective helmets’ field of vision about?
BS EN 13087 is a European standard on protective helmets that discusses the test method for protective helmets’ field of vision to improve the field vision of protective helmets.
BS EN 13087-6 is the sixth part of the BS EN 13087 series that specifies test methods for protective helmets. The purpose of these tests is to enable the assessment of the performance of the helmet as specified in the appropriate helmet standard.
BS EN 13087-6 specifies the test method for field of vision.
BS EN 13087-6 is intended as a supplement to the specific product standards for protective helmets (helmet standards). The method under BS EN 13087-6 or other test methods may be applicable to complete helmets or parts thereof and may be referenced in the other helmet standards.
Who is BS EN 13087-6-Protective helmets’ field of vision for?
BS EN 13087-6 on protective helmets’ field of vision is useful for:
- Protective helmets manufacturers
- Protective helmets test personnel
- Occupational health and safety departments
- Risk assessment authorities
- Quality assurance departments
Why should you use BS EN 13087-6-Protective helmets’ field of vision?
Protective helmets are required when there is a risk of head injuries because of falling or fixed objects and electrical hazards. Head protection needs to resist object penetration, absorb the shock from a blow, resist water and be slow burning.
BS EN 13087-6 provides you with guidance on test methods, apparatus, procedures, reports and much more.
The test methods provided by BS EN 13087-6 assist you in enhancing the performance and quality of the field vision of protective helmets and ensuring a reduction in the risk of eye injuries at the workplace.
With obedience and compliance to BS EN 13087-6, you can enhance protective helmets’ vision efficacy and manufacture a standardized high-quality product.
What is changed since the last update?
BS EN 13087-6:2012 supersedes EN 13087-6:2000 which is withdrawn. BS EN 13087-6:2012 has made some technical changes compared to the previous editions EN 13087-6:2000. These include:
- The normative references in Clause 2 and in the text have been updated. EN 960 has been dated throughout the text.
- Keys 5 and 6 in fig 1 have been updated. The annex ZA has been updated
- The document has some editorial changes