1、Designation: F2727 09 (Reapproved 2014) An American National StandardStandard Guide forManufacturers for Labeling Headgear Products1This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2727; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year oforiginal adoption or, in the case of re
2、vision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. Asuperscript epsilon () indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.1. Scope1.1 This guide sets forth labeling and instruction guidelinesfor manufacturers of headgear for non-mot
3、orized sports andrecreation.1.2 This guide applies only to protective headgear whosestandard specifications are under auspices of ASTM Commit-tee F08.1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regardedas standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematicalconversions to SI units that
4、are provided for information onlyand are not considered standard.1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of thesafety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is theresponsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-priate safety and health practices and determine the appl
5、ica-bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.2. Terminology2.1 Definitions:2.1.1 accompanying literature, nprinted material that ac-companies the product when it is sold or distributed.2.1.2 caution, nsignal word used to indicate a potentiallyhazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result
6、 in minor ormoderate injury.2.1.3 contact information, ninformation that allows theuser to contact the manufacturer of the product, such as name,telephone number, website address.2.1.4 danger, nsignal word used to alert the wearer to animminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result
7、in serious injury or death and this signal word is to be limitedto the most extreme situations.2.1.5 label, nprinted material that is physically attached tothe headgear in a durable fashion.2.1.6 label material, nsubstrate paper, fabric, or othermaterial from which the label is made.2.1.7 legible, a
8、djcan be read by a person with 20/20corrected vision from a distance of at least 18 in. (46 cm).2.1.8 manufacturer, nentity responsible for marketing theproduct.2.1.9 mounting location, nposition on or in the headgearin which information may be affixed.2.1.10 pictogram, ngraphic representation that
9、depicts orillustrates an act or condition without the use of accompanyingwriting.2.1.11 signal word, nword that conveys a level of dangercommensurate with the risk of injury.2.1.12 warning, nsignal word used to indicate a poten-tially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result indeath or
10、 serious injury.2.2 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:2.2.1 date of manufacture, nuncoded four-digit year dur-ing which the headgear was manufactured.2.2.2 durable, adjlabel should be designed to be legible aslong as the manufacturers logo remains legible.2.2.3 expected life, nperiod of
11、 time during which theheadgear should be expected to provide the advertised level ofprotection if not damaged by use or accident.3. Significance and Use3.1 This guide gives guidelines for labels and instructions tomanufacturers of non-motorized sports and recreation head-gear.3.2 The purpose of the
12、labels and instructions is to help alertand remind headgear users of important issues related toheadgear and its use.3.3 LimitationThis guide applies only to protective head-gear whose standard specifications are under auspices ofASTM Committee F08.4. Helmet Labeling Requirements4.1 Required informa
13、tion shall be on one or more labels thatare affixed to the helmet in a durable fashion. The labels shallhave:4.1.1 Manufacturer IdentificationFull name.1This guide is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on SportsEquipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities and is the direct responsibility of
14、Subcommittee F08.53 on Headgear and Helmets.Current edition approved Nov. 1, 2014. Published December 2014. Originallyapproved in 2009. Last previous edition approved in 2009 as F2727 09. DOI:10.1520/F2727-09R14.Copyright ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA
15、19428-2959. United States14.1.2 Manufacturer Contact InformationAt least one ofthe following shall be provided: (1) toll-free phone number, (2)mailing address, (3) website, or (4) e-mail address for customerservice.4.1.3 SizeHat size, circumference in centimetres orinches, or equivalent.4.1.4 Indica
16、te what to do if damaged.4.1.4.1 End user should destroy and replace the helmet if itbecomes damaged beyond repair.4.1.4.2 In case of helmets that can be repaired or recertifiedthey should be repaired and recertified before use.4.1.5 An indication of materials and conditions that candamage the helme
17、t.4.1.6 All information required to be placed on the helmet bythe ASTM International standard applicable to that helmet.4.1.7 Identification of all the standard(s) the manufacturerclaims the headgear satisfies.4.1.8 Appropriate certification information.4.1.9 Model name or number or both.4.1.10 Date
18、 of manufacture.4.1.11 Instruction to read owners manual/manufacturersinstructions.5. Accompanying Literature Requirements5.1 Accompanying literature can be on product packaging,in instructions included with the product, and so forth. Theaccompanying literature shall have:5.1.1 Fit, use, and adjustm
19、ent instructions such as:5.1.1.1 Pictogram showing correct positioning,5.1.1.2 Text describing fit and adjustment,5.1.1.3 Care instructions such as:(1) Cleaning instructions,(2) When to replace,(3) What materials can damage, and(4) Pre-use inspection.5.1.1.4 Warranty or where warranty can be accesse
20、d (web-site or equivalent).5.1.2 Manufacturer IdentificationFull name of manufac-turer including any other information needed to identify theresponsible entity.5.1.3 Manufacturer Contact InformationWebsite address,mailing address, and e-mail address for customer service.5.1.4 Any age or size limitat
21、ions.5.1.5 Statement that modifying the product can reduce levelof protection.5.1.6 Statement to read and always comply with manufac-turers instructions.5.1.7 Statement to always comply with all applicable laws.5.1.8 Statement to always comply with rules of applicablesports or activities.5.1.9 Ident
22、ification of the standard(s) that the manufacturerclaims the headgear satisfies. Reference shall include name oforganization that created the standard and the full standard titleand number including any version information.5.1.10 Product packaging shall not contain words or graph-ics that would indi
23、cate that the headgear provides protection oris certified for activities that are not in compliance with theidentified standards required in 4.1.7 and 5.1.9.6. Keywords6.1 headgear; helmet; instructions; labelingBibliography(1) ASTM F381, Standard Safety Specification for Components,Assembly, Use, a
24、nd Labeling of Consumer Trampolines(2) ASTM F1749, Standard Specification for Fitness Equipment andFitness Facility Safety Signage and Labels(3) ASTM F2041, Standard Specification for Paintball Marker Warn-ings(4) ANSI Z535.6, American National Standard for Product Safety(5) CPSC: 16 CFR Part 1203,
25、Safety Standard for Bicycle Helmets(6) NOCSAE: ND-001, Standard Drop Test Method and EquipmentUsed in Evaluating the Performance Characteristics of ProtectiveHeadgear(7) FMVSS 218: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 218(Motorcycle Helmets)(8) ISO 3864-2, Graphical symbols - Safety colours and
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