ASTM F2727-09(2014)
(Guide)Standard Guide for Manufacturers for Labeling Headgear Products
Standard Guide for Manufacturers for Labeling Headgear Products
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
3.1 This guide gives guidelines for labels and instructions to manufacturers of non-motorized sports and recreation headgear.
3.2 The purpose of the labels and instructions is to help alert and remind headgear users of important issues related to headgear and its use.
3.3 Limitation—This guide applies only to protective headgear whose standard specifications are under auspices of ASTM Committee F08.
SCOPE
1.1 This guide sets forth labeling and instruction guidelines for manufacturers of headgear for non-motorized sports and recreation.
1.2 This guide applies only to protective headgear whose standard specifications are under auspices of ASTM Committee F08.
1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
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Designation: F2727 − 09 (Reapproved 2014) An American National Standard
Standard Guide for
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Manufacturers for Labeling Headgear Products
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2727; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope 2.1.7 legible, adj—can be read by a person with 20/20
corrected vision from a distance of at least 18 in. (46 cm).
1.1 This guide sets forth labeling and instruction guidelines
for manufacturers of headgear for non-motorized sports and 2.1.8 manufacturer, n—entity responsible for marketing the
recreation.
product.
1.2 This guide applies only to protective headgear whose
2.1.9 mounting location, n—position on or in the headgear
standard specifications are under auspices of ASTM Commit-
in which information may be affixed.
tee F08.
2.1.10 pictogram, n—graphic representation that depicts or
1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
illustrates an act or condition without the use of accompanying
as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
writing.
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only
2.1.11 signal word, n—word that conveys a level of danger
and are not considered standard.
commensurate with the risk of injury.
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the
2.1.12 warning, n—signal word used to indicate a poten-
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
tially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
death or serious injury.
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use. 2.2 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
2.2.1 date of manufacture, n—uncoded four-digit year dur-
2. Terminology
ing which the headgear was manufactured.
2.1 Definitions:
2.2.2 durable, adj—labelshouldbedesignedtobelegibleas
2.1.1 accompanying literature, n—printed material that ac-
long as the manufacturer’s logo remains legible.
companies the product when it is sold or distributed.
2.2.3 expected life, n—period of time during which the
2.1.2 caution, n—signal word used to indicate a potentially
headgear should be expected to provide the advertised level of
hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or
protection if not damaged by use or accident.
moderate injury.
2.1.3 contact information, n—information that allows the
3. Significance and Use
user to contact the manufacturer of the product, such as name,
3.1 This guide gives guidelines for labels and instructions to
telephone number, website address.
manufacturers of non-motorized sports and recreation head-
2.1.4 danger, n—signal word used to alert the wearer to an
gear.
imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result
in serious injury or death and this signal word is to be limited 3.2 The purpose of the labels and instructions is to help alert
to the most extreme situations. and remind headgear users of important issues related to
headgear and its use.
2.1.5 label, n—printed material that is physically attached to
the headgear in a durable fashion.
3.3 Limitation—This guide applies only to protective head-
gear whose standard specifications are under auspices of
2.1.6 label material, n—substrate paper, fabric, or other
material from which the label is made. ASTM Committee F08.
4. Helmet Labeling Requirements
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This guide is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on Sports
Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities and is the direct responsibility of 4.1 Required information shall be on one or more labels that
Subcommittee F08.53 on Headgear and Helmets.
are affixed to the helmet in a durable fashion. The labels shall
Current edition approved Nov. 1, 2014. Published December 2014. Originally
have:
approved in 2009. Last previous edition approved in 2009 as F2727 – 09. DOI:
10.1520/F2727-09R14. 4.1.1 Manufacturer Identification—Full name.
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4.1.2 Manufacturer Contact Information—At least one of (2) When to replace,
the following shall be provided: (1) toll-free phone number, (2) (3) What materials can damage, and
mailingaddress, (3)website,or (4)e-mailaddressforcustomer (4) Pre-use inspection.
service. 5.1.1.4 Warranty or where warranty can be accessed (web-
4.1.3 Size—Hat size, circumference in centimetres or
site or equivalent).
inches, or equivalent.
5.1.2 Manufacture
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Designation: F2727 − 09 F2727 − 09 (Reapproved 2014) An American National Standard
Standard Guide for
1
Manufacturers for Labeling Headgear Products
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2727; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope
1.1 This guide sets forth labeling and instruction guidelines for manufacturers of headgear for non-motorized sports and
recreation.
1.2 This guide applies only to protective headgear whose standard specifications are under auspices of ASTM Committee F08.
1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility
of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory
limitations prior to use.
2. Terminology
2.1 Definitions:
2.1.1 accompanying literature, n—printed material that accompanies the product when it is sold or distributed.
2.1.2 caution, n—signal word used to indicate a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
2.1.3 contact information, n—information that allows the user to contact the manufacturer of the product, such as name,
telephone number, website address.
2.1.4 danger, n—signal word used to alert the wearer to an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in
serious injury or death and this signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations.
2.1.5 label, n—printed material that is physically attached to the headgear in a durable fashion.
2.1.6 label material, n—substrate paper, fabric, or other material from which the label is made.
2.1.7 legible, adj—can be read by a person with 20/20 corrected vision from a distance of at least 18 in. (46 cm).
2.1.8 manufacturer, n—entity responsible for marketing the product.
2.1.9 mounting location, n—position on or in the headgear in which information may be affixed.
2.1.10 pictogram, n—graphic representation that depicts or illustrates an act or condition without the use of accompanying
writing.
2.1.11 signal word, n—word that conveys a level of danger commensurate with the risk of injury.
2.1.12 warning, n—signal word used to indicate a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
2.2 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
2.2.1 date of manufacture, n—uncoded four-digit year during which the headgear was manufactured.
2.2.2 durable, adj—label should be designed to be legible as long as the manufacturer’s logo remains legible.
2.2.3 expected life, n—period of time during which the headgear should be expected to provide the advertised level of protection
if not damaged by use or accident.
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This guide is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee
F08.53 on Headgear and Helmets.
Current edition approved Jan. 1, 2009Nov. 1, 2014. Published March 2009December 2014. Originally approved in 2009. Last previous edition approved in 2009 as
F2727 – 09. DOI: 10.1520/F2727-09.10.1520/F2727-09R14.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
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3. Significance and Use
3.1 This guide gives guidelines for labels and instructions to manufacturers of non-motorized sports and recreation headgear.
3.2 The purpose of the labels and instructions is to help alert and remind headgear users of important issues related to headgear
and its use.
3.3 Limitation—This guide applies only to protective headgear whose standard specifications are under auspices of ASTM
Committee F08.
4. Helmet Labeling Requirements
4.1 Required information shall be on one or more labels that are affixed to the helmet in a durable fashion. The labels shall have:
4.1.1 Manufacturer Identification—Full name.
4.1.2 Manufacturer Contact Information—At least one of the following shall be provided: (1) toll-free phone number, (2
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