SIST EN 16471:2015

Firefighters helmets - Helmets for wildland fire fighting

This European Standard specifies the minimum requirements for wildland fire fighting helmets protecting the upper head mainly against the effects of impact, penetration, heat, flame and burning embers whilst conducting fire fighting and associated activities in wildland environments. Requirements for marking and information to be supplied by the manufacturer are included. Wildland fire fighting involves direct and indirect attack techniques (like wood cutting). This helmet is not intended to provide protection during fire entrapment.
Wildland environments include forests, crops, plantations and grass/heath/scrub or farmland.
Helmets for use whilst fire fighting in buildings and other structures are not covered by this European Standard (see EN 443).
Protection of the face, eyes, ears and neck may require additional items of PPE, which are not covered by this European Standard.

Feuerwehrhelme - Helme für Wald- und Flächenbrandbekämpfung

Die vorliegende Europäische Norm legt die Mindestanforderungen an Feuerwehrhelme zur Wald- und Flächenbrandbekämpfung fest, die die obere Kopfhälfte hauptsächlich gegen die Auswirkungen von Stößen, Durchdringung, Hitze, Flammen und glimmender Asche während der Durchführung der Brandbekämpfung und damit zusammenhängenden Maßnahmen bei Wald- und Flächenbrand schützen. Anforderungen an die Kennzeichnung und an die Herstellerinformation sind ebenfalls enthalten. Die Brandbekämpfung erfordert direkte und indirekte Bekämpfungstechniken (wie Holz fällen). Der Helm ist nicht dazu ausgeführt, Schutz zu bieten, wenn der Träger von Flammen eingeschlossen ist.
Wald- und Flächenumgebungen umfassen Wälder, Felder, Plantagen und Gras-/Heide-/Busch- oder Ackerland.
Helme für die Anwendung zur Brandbekämpfung in Gebäuden und anderen baulichen Anlagen werden nicht in dieser Europäischen Norm behandelt (siehe EN 443).
Schutzkleidung für das Gesicht, die Augen, Ohren und den Hals kann zusätzliche Gegenstände Persönlicher Schutzausrüstung umfassen, die in dieser Europäischen Norm nicht behandelt werden.

Casques de sapeurs-pompiers - Casques pour la lutte contre les feux d'espaces naturels

La présente Norme européenne précise les exigences minimales relatives aux casques de lutte contre les feux d'espaces naturels protégeant la partie supérieure de la tête contre les effets d'un choc, d'une pénétration, de la chaleur, des flammes et des braises incandescentes lors des opérations de lutte contre les incendies et les activités connexes dans les espaces naturels. Elle précise également les exigences de fabrication et les informations que le fournisseur doit donner. La lutte contre les feux en espaces naturels implique des techniques d'attaque directes et indirectes (telles que la coupe de bois). Ce casque n'est pas destiné à protéger les sapeurs-pompiers piégés par le feu.
Les espaces naturels incluent les forêts, les récoltes, les plantations, et les prairies/landes/broussailles ou terrains agricoles.
La présente norme ne couvre pas les casques destinés à la lutte contre les incendies dans les constructions et les autres structures (voir EN 443).
La protection du visage, des yeux, des oreilles et du cou peut nécessiter davantage d'EPI (équipements de protection individuelle), qui ne sont pas couverts par la présente norme.

Gasilske čelade - Čelade za gašenje v naravi

Ta evropski standard določa minimalne zahteve za gasilske čelade za gašenje v naravi, ki ščitijo zgornji del glave predvsem pred posledicami udarcev, prebojev, vročine, ognja in goreče žerjavice med gašenjem in povezanimi dejavnostmi v naravnih okoljih. Zahteve za označevanje in informacije, ki jih mora zagotoviti proizvajalec, so vključene. Gašenje v naravi vključuje neposredne in posredne tehnike napada (kot je sekanje dreves). Ta čelada ni namenjena zagotavljanju zaščite v primeru, v katerem gasilce zajame ogenj.
Naravna okolja vključujejo gozdove, polja s pridelki, plantaže in travnike/vresišča/grmičevje ali kmetijska zemljišča.
Ta evropski standard ne vključuje gasilskih čelad za gašenje v stavbah in drugih zgradbah (glej EN 443).
Za zaščito obraza, oči, ušes in vratu je morda potrebna dodatna osebna zaščitna oprema (PPE), ki ni zajeta v tem evropskem standardu.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Public Enquiry End Date: 19-Nov-2012
• Publication Date: 19-Jan-2015
• ICS: 13.220.10 - Fire-fighting
• ICS: 13.340.20 - Head protective equipment
• Technical Committee: OVP - Personal protecting equipment
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 17-Dec-2014
• Due Date: 21-Feb-2015
• Completion Date: 20-Jan-2015
• Directive: 89/686/EEC - Council Directive 89/686/EEC of 21 December 1989 on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to personal protective equipment
• Mandate: M/031 - Standardization mandate to CEN/CENELEC concerning standards for Personal Protective Equipment
• Ref Project: EN 16471:2014 - Firefighters helmets - Helmets for wildland fire fighting

Overview

EN 16471:2014 - published by CEN - specifies minimum performance and test requirements for firefighters helmets designed specifically for wildland fire fighting. The standard covers helmets that protect the upper head against impact, penetration, heat, flame and burning embers during wildland operations (forests, plantations, crops, grass/heath/scrub and farmland). It includes marking and manufacturer information requirements. EN 16471:2014 is intended for extended use in hot outdoor conditions and is not intended for structural firefighting (see EN 443) or for protection during fire entrapment. Face, eye, ear and neck protection are out of scope and may require additional PPE.

Key topics and technical requirements

EN 16471:2014 defines physical, performance and testing criteria for wildland fire fighting helmets. Major technical topics include:

• Materials and skin compatibility: Requirements that helmet materials do not cause skin disorders and resist common contaminants.
• Helmet shell and protective padding: Design and material expectations for shape, durability and energy absorption.
• Retention system and chin strap: Effectiveness and strength requirements to keep the helmet in place during activity.
• Impact and penetration resistance: Tests for crown and lateral impacts and penetration resistance.
• Flame resistance and thermal protection: Requirements for helmet shell, retention components, and accessories against flame, radiant heat and hot solids.
• Thermal stress and comfort considerations: Recognizes extended wear in high metabolic heat conditions - helmets should be light and comfortable to reduce heat stress.
• Field of vision and practical performance: Ensures visibility and real-world usability during wildland tasks (including tool use and wood cutting).
• Conditioning and test methods: Detailed sampling, conditioning (UV, wet, thermal), and test procedures derived from EN 13087 series and related test documents.
• Marking and manufacturer information: Mandatory labelling and user guidance to support safe selection and maintenance.

Applications and who uses this standard

EN 16471:2014 is used by:

• Helmet manufacturers and designers for product development and compliance.
• Test laboratories and certification bodies performing conformity testing and issuing approvals.
• Fire and rescue procurement officers specifying wildland firefighting helmets for brigades and agencies.
• Health & safety managers and PPE coordinators assessing suitable head protection for wildland operations.
• Standards committees and technical experts harmonizing PPE requirements across Europe.

Practical applications include product design validation, type testing, procurement specifications, and operational guidance for wildland firefighter PPE.

Related standards

• EN 443 - helmets for structural firefighting (different use case)
• EN 13087 series - test methods for protective helmets (shock, penetration, retention, field of vision, flame)
• EN 168, EN 960, EN ISO 13688, ISO 17493 - referenced test and performance methods

Keywords: EN 16471:2014, wildland fire fighting helmets, firefighters helmets, CEN, PPE standards, helmet testing, retention system, flame resistance.

Standards Content (Sample)

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Feuerwehrhelme - Helme für Wald- und FlächenbrandbekämpfungCasques de sapeurs-pompiers - Casques pour la lutte contre les feux d'espaces naturelsFirefighters helmets - Helmets for wildland fire fighting13.340.20Varovalna oprema za glavoHead protective equipment13.220.10Gašenje požaraFire-fightingICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 16471:2014SIST EN 16471:2015en,fr,de01-februar-2015SIST EN 16471:2015SLOVENSKI
STANDARD
EUROPEAN STANDARD NORME EUROPÉENNE EUROPÄISCHE NORM
EN 16471
December 2014 ICS 13.340.20 English Version
Firefighters helmets - Helmets for wildland fire fighting
Casques de sapeurs-pompiers - Casques pour la lutte contre les feux d'espaces naturels
Feuerwehrhelme - Helme für Wald- und Flächenbrandbekämpfung This European Standard was approved by CEN on 2 November 2014.
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. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN member.
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Conditioning and testing schedule . 18 Annex ZA (informative)
Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential Requirements of EU Directive 89/686/EEC . 20
The examination should determine whether the claim that the materials are suitable for use in the protective helmet is justified. Particular attention needs to be paid to the presence of plasticisers, unreacted components, heavy metals, impurities and the chemical identity of pigments and dyes. All metallic materials which could come into prolonged contact with the skin (e.g. studs, fittings) shall have a release of Nickel of less than 0,5 µg/cm3 per week, when tested according to EN 1811. 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. Materials shall conform to the relevant requirements of EN ISO 13688. 4.2 Projections There shall be no sharp edges, roughness or projections on any part of the helmet, which are likely to cause injury to the wearer, in contact or potential contact with the wearer when the helmet is worn. Test according to 6.14. 4.3 Retention system The helmet shall be fitted with a retention system, including a chinstrap. The chinstrap shall be adjustable in length. 4.4 Accessories and non-integral additional protective devices When the helmet manufacturer states any accessories and/or non-integral additional protective devices, as defined in 3.7 and 3.8, as being for use with the helmet, the helmet with such items fitted to it shall continue to satisfy the requirements of this European Standard. However, some accessories and/or non-integral additional protective devices may not be suitable for wildland fire fighting and only suitable for non-fire fighting associated activities such as wood cutting, road clearance, etc. In such cases, information shall be provided by the manufacturer as to the conditions under which such accessories and/or non-integral additional protective devices may be used. If accessories and non-integral additional protective devices are supplied and/or recommended by the helmet manufacturer they shall individually conform to the requirements of the appropriate standard related to that specific device. SIST EN 16471:2015
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