BS EN 13087-10:2012

What is BS EN 13087-10-Protective helmets for radiant heat resistance about?  

BS EN 13087 is a European standard on protective helmets that discusses the test methods for protective helmets to ensure resistance to radiant heat. 

BS EN 13087-10 is the tenth part of the BS EN 13087 series that specifies methods of test 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 13087-10 specifies the method of test for resistance to radiant heat.  

BS EN 13087-10 is intended as a supplement to the specific product standards for protective helmets (helmet standards). Test methods may be applicable to complete helmets or parts thereof and may be referenced in the other helmet standards. 

Who is BS EN 13087-10-Protective helmets for radiant heat resistance for? 

BS EN 13087-10 on protective helmets for radiant heat resistance 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 13087-10-Protective helmets for radiant heat resistance?  

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 13087-10 provides you with guidance on test methods, apparatus, calibrated calorimeter/radiometer, head form, temperature sensing elements, procedure and much more. This helps you in calibrating the parts of protective helmets. 

The test methods provided by BS EN 13087-10 assist you in improving the performance and quality of the protective helmet and ensure a reduction in the risk of head injuries due to radiant heat.  

With obedience and compliance to BS EN 13087-10, you can enhance protective helmets’ efficacy and manufacture a standardized high-quality product. 

What is changed since the last update?  

BS EN 13087-10:2012 supersedes EN 13087-10:2000, which is withdrawn. BS EN 13087-10:2012 has made some technical changes compared to the previous editions EN 13087-10:2000. These include: 

• The normative references in Clause 2 and in the text have been updated. EN960 has been dated throughout the text 
• Reference to specific EN960:2006 clause 2.4 added. The Annex has been updated