Zanzibar Hardhat WCB update
Spring 2002
This is some follow up
correspondence with Mountain Equipment Coop as to which climbing helmets are
UIAA 106 standard, which is the European standard accepted by WCB in the fax
sent to us by the WCB engineering Department. Presently the climbing helmets
used by our planters are either Petzi or Eldrid, both UIAA and CE approved.
The issue of the helmets
being Hi Vis we are addressing by having the planters that wish to wear climbing
helmets that are not Hi Vis must wear a Hi Vis vest.
Edelrid
Ultralight Helmet
The Ultralight
is a lightweight helmet that will retain its original strength despite
years of abuse and UV degradation. The tough poly outer shell is
manufactured using specialized impact resistant polymers, which give the
Ultralight unbelievable longevity. Adjustable internal suspension and
circular cross venting. Exceeds UIAA, CE and DIN
specifications.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Tyrone Brett" <tbrett@mec.ca>
To: "Tony Harrison" <tony@zanzibar.ca>
Sent: Wednesday, March 20, 2002 7:59 AM
Subject: Re: helmet ratings
Hi Tony:
The UIAA (International Union of Alpine Associations) has its own norm, which
varies slightly from the CE norm. I know for sure Petzl, Edelrid, Camp and
Simond helmets are UIAA approved. I'm not sure about the other helmets on the
market, but I guess is they are too. If they pass CE, which they must, it is not
hard to pass UIAA - just added expense. But for the purposes as outlined in that
fax, any of the brands listed above are fine.
Best regards,
Tyrone
Quoting Tony Harrison <tony@zanzibar.ca>:
Tyrone
Thanks for the reply. I would like to have a clear idea of what is accepted by
WCB for protective headgear for Tree planters. I received the attached fax from
WCB that refers to a UIAA 106 standard being acceptable for WCB purposes. How
does this relate to the European norm test? Do any of your Helmets have a UIAA
106 stamp or documentation?
I think this would represent a considerable extra market
for you helmets as all tree planters on the Coast (soon the interior) must wear
hardhats and there is a great need for a more practical comfortable alternative
than is being used presently.
Thank you
Tony Harrison
From: "Tyrone Brett" <tbrett@mec.ca>
To: <tony@zanzibar.ca>
Sent: Tuesday, March 19, 2002 11:20 AM
Subject: helmet ratings
Hi Tony:
This may be a bit tardy; I apologise as I'm still digging my way out of the
in-tray as I've been on the road. One of the staff in Vancouver mentioned you
had wanted climbing helmet-testing specs. The European Norm tests require a
transmission of no more than 10kN to the head from a semieliptical 5kg impact
from 2m on the top, front/top and
back/top and upper/side. The helmet must also withstand a 1.5kg pointed object
fall of 2m. The chinstrap must withstand a 500Newton tug downward over 2.5cm as
well withstand 5kg drops over pulleys when pulled upward in the front and back.
All MEC helmets meet these basic norms.
Best regards, and sorry for the delay again,
Tyrone Brett
Buyer, MEC
ph: 604 707-3346
fx: 604 731 3684
visit www.mec.ca