ISO 10256-2-2024 PDF

Full title and description

ISO 10256-2:2024 — Protective equipment for use in ice hockey — Part 2: Head protectors for skaters. This publication sets performance requirements and test methods for helmets and other head protectors intended for ice-hockey skaters (players other than goalkeepers) and for certain functionaries such as referees.

Abstract

This document specifies performance requirements and associated test methods for head protectors used in ice hockey. It is applicable to head protectors worn by ice hockey players (excluding goalkeepers) and by referees; it addresses construction, performance (shock absorption, penetration resistance), retention systems, field of vision, and marking/information requirements.

General information

• Status: Published.
• Publication date: 16 July 2024 (ISO record: 2024-07; publication listed 16 July 2024 in distributor records).
• Publisher: International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
• ICS / categories: 13.340.20; 97.220.20.
• Edition / version: Edition 2 (2024).
• Number of pages: 18 pages.

Scope

ISO 10256-2:2024 defines the performance requirements and test procedures that head protectors for ice hockey skaters must meet to reduce the risk of head injury during play. The scope explicitly excludes goalkeepers and focuses on skaters and certain match officials; it is intended to be read together with ISO 10256‑1 (general requirements) as part of the ISO 10256 series.

Key topics and requirements

• Construction and protected area (design dimensions and coverage requirements).
• Shock absorption performance (impact energy management and test methods for impact attenuation).
• Penetration resistance (puncture tests and allowable limits).
• Retention system properties (chin straps, fastening strength, stability under load).
• Field of vision (minimum vision requirements to avoid obstruction).
• Marking, labelling and information for users (permanent markings, care and use information, size and certification labels).
• Specified test methods, sample conditioning and test reporting requirements that manufacturers and testing laboratories must follow.

Typical use and users

Primary users are helmet and protective-equipment manufacturers, conformity assessment and testing laboratories, certification bodies, sports equipment designers, safety engineers, and procurement professionals for clubs and leagues. The standard is also used by rule-makers and refereeing bodies to align equipment requirements with player-safety policies. It is intended for protectors used in on-ice competition and training (excluding goalkeeper-specific headgear).

Related standards

ISO 10256-2:2024 is part of the ISO 10256 series. Key related documents include ISO 10256-1:2024 (Protective equipment for use in ice hockey — Part 1: General requirements) and earlier withdrawn editions ISO 10256-2:2016 which this 2024 edition revises. Other series parts address different protector types.

Keywords

ice hockey, head protector, helmet, protective equipment, shock absorption, penetration resistance, retention system, field of vision, marking, ISO 10256, sports safety standard.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ISO 10256-2:2024 is an international standard specifying performance requirements and test methods for head protectors (helmets) used by ice-hockey skaters and certain officials.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers helmet construction, shock-absorption (impact) tests, penetration resistance, retention system performance, field-of-vision criteria, and marking and information requirements, together with the prescribed test methods and reporting.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Manufacturers, test laboratories, certification bodies, sports equipment designers, and organizations that procure or regulate ice-hockey equipment use this standard to design, test, certify and specify safe head protection.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: Current — ISO 10256-2:2024 is the published, up-to-date edition (Edition 2, July 2024). It replaces ISO 10256-2:2016.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes — it is part of the ISO 10256 series on protective equipment for use in ice hockey; ISO 10256-1:2024 provides general requirements to be read in conjunction with this part.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Ice hockey, head protector, helmet, shock absorption, penetration resistance, retention system, field of vision, marking, personal protective equipment, ISO 10256.