Safety Cast: Understanding the updated Industrial & Electrical Helmet Standards

Explore the latest updates on industrial safety standards and their impact on workplace practices for enhanced protection and compliance.

With EN 397:2025 now harmonised, it is officially recognised under UK and EU PPE legislation. This means helmets certified to this new standard can be CE and UKCA marked to demonstrate full legal compliance.

This transition comes alongside updates to the electrical insulation helmet standard (EN 50365:2023).

What We Will Cover:

  • The New Helmet Classification: An in-depth look at the newly introduced, defined helmet "Types" and what they mean for your procurement.
  • Enhanced Compatibility Testing: How the new standards test how helmets function seamlessly alongside other PPE, including visors, face shields, ear defenders, and electrical protection systems.
  • Clearer Performance Requirements: Understanding the heightened safety criteria and testing updates.
  • Regulatory Timelines: What you need to do now to ensure your team remains fully compliant with UKCA and CE markings.

Whether you are a health and safety manager, a procurement specialist, or a site supervisor, this session will give you the practical knowledge needed to understand the changes.


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