Helmet Safety...

Helmet Safety

Helmets should be worn when participating in any sport or activity that involves the risk of a head injury and is mandatory in some sports, such as snowmobiling and skiing.  Consider the following when deciding whether your child should be wearing a helmet for any activity:

• Many ski hills will not allow anyone to enter a terrain park without a helmet, adults included.  

• We are all aware of the need to wear a helmet when riding a bike and some winter activities present just as much, if not more, of a risk of head injury.  

• Children are at the greatest risk of a severe head injury from skiing or snowboarding.  

• Children today are more accustomed to wearing helmets for many activities, like biking, in-line skating, hockey.  

• Studies have shown that helmets can prevent or reduce the severity of head injuries during skiing and snowboarding, as well as other winter activities.

• Wearing a helmet can save your life.

HELMET SAFETY TIPS:

• Wear helmets that are specifically designed for the activity you are participating in.

• Helmets should be comfortable and well fitting, with straps snug to prevent movement of the helmet. When purchasing helmets, have them fitted.  

• Helmets that have been involved in an accident or fall, are cracked or old should be replaced.  

• Recalls for helmets can also be checked at  www.cpsc.gov to ensure that no recall notices for the helmets to be used has been issued.