Helmet markings

Different levels of emergency staff are identified by different-coloured helmets, marked with the title of the job and the floor or area number. The helmets are ... 

Respiratory protective devices - Powered filtering devices incorporating a helmet or a hood - Requirements, testing, marking. Superseded BS EN 146 1992... 

Nelson Akroid was waiting for him at the foot of the command hypersonic s airstairs. His shell helmet was off, revealing a haggard face a man who has seen the ungodly at play. "Seventeen wounded, three fatalities, sir," he said in a voice close to breaking. His right hand was covered by a medical nanonic package. Scorch marks were visible on his armour suit. 

Helmet material preparation process (a) Prepreg roll, (b) Petal marking process, (c) Manual cutting, (d) Dome formation. 

Eye protection devices Employers must assess hazards and provide necessary eye protection devices. The chosen device must comply with ANSI standard Z87.1-2003, Z87.1-1989 (R-1998), or Z87.1-1989. The manufacttxrer identiflcation must be distinctly marked on the device. All eye protection devices must provide adequate protection, reasonable comfort, a snug fit which does not interfere with the movement of the wearer, durability, and the capability of being disinfected and cleaned. Common types of eye protection in use on construction sites include safety glasses and goggles, face shields, and welding helmets. 

Face protection includes welding helmets and face shields with plastic or mesh windows, but note that many hard hats, non-rigid helmets, and respirators are designed with face protection built in. Regardless of the type, all face protectors must meet American National Standards Institute (ANSI ) standard Z87.1-1968, Practice for Occupational and Educational Eye and Face Protection. Look for the ANSI Z87.1 marking on your face protection. 

This industry consensus standard describes the types and classes, materials, performance requirements, and tests that manufactvu ers have to meet to ensure their helmets provide adequate protection. Each helmet must be marked with the following information ... 

Head s flame-resistant (FR) fire suit served its purpose and protected his body from the heat and flames. His helmet sock, which protects a driver s face and neck, provided some protection but ultimately failed, allowing the fire to penetrate through a fist-size hole that opened np. Fortunately, Head was wearing a second layer of protection a FR balaclava nnder his helmet sock, which protected his skin from the flames. Wearing this additional barrier allowed Head to walk away from one of the worst car explosions in recait NHRA history withont even a red mark on his skin. 

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