The conformity stamp on your JSP safety helmet provides essential information about its compliance with safety standards, manufacturing details, and material composition. Understanding these markings helps you verify the helmet’s certification and intended use.
Here's a breakdown of what each symbol and marking represents:
ANSI/ISEA Z89.1-2009 Type I Class C:
Confirms compliance with US safety standards for industrial head protection.
EN397:2012:
European standard for industrial safety helmets.
Indicates helmet size range (e.g., 53–64 cm) and performance (-30°C, MM for molten metal splash resistance).
EN50365:2002 Class 0 1000Vac:
Confirms electrical insulation for low-voltage environments, as per European standard.
JSP Ltd Dagger trademark:
Identifies the helmet as a genuine JSP product.
VENTED marking:
Indicates the helmet includes ventilation features.
CE mark and 0086:
Shows the helmet meets EU safety requirements.
‘0086’ is the BSI’s notified body number for PPE certification.
Plastic triangle with “2 HDPE”:
Specifies the helmet is made from High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE), with recycling code “2”.
Key points:
- Markings confirm compliance with both US and EU standards.
- Indicates protection features such as temperature resistance and electrical insulation.
- Includes CE mark and BSI certification number.
- Material type and recycling information are also shown.
- Verifies product authenticity with JSP trademark.