AS/NZS 1801:1997

Occupational protective helmets

This document has been re-assessed by the committee, and judged to still be up to date.

Sets out the requirements for three types of protective helmets reflecting their intended use. It deals with construction of the helmet shell and helmet finish and includes methods of tests. Specific additional performance requirements are given for occupational protective helmets used in high temperature workplaces and for bushfire fighters` helmets based on industrial helmets.

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Amendment history

AS/NZS 1801:1997 A1 . - incorporated. Published 04/10/1999.

Supersedes

NZS 5806:1980

Publishing information

Status: CURRENT

Published: 04/09/1997

Pages: 35

Committee: SF/18

References

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Standards NZ References:

Overseas Standards References:

AS 1698
AS 1800
AS 1815
AS 2706
AS 1816
AS 2755.1
AS 2063.1
AS 2063.3
ISO 3873
AS 1270
AS 4067
SAE J211b
ISO 6487

Citations

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Approved Code Of Practice For Cranes

Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: Appendix F F3(1)

Citation Context:
Hard hats in accordance with AS/NZS 1801:1997 or ..., shall be worn at all times, on all construction sites where a hazard from falling objects occurs, or in accordance with the site safety plan, and as follows...

Approved Code Of Practice For Helicopter Logging - Revoked

Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: 4. SAFETY HELMETS, Rule 2

Citation Context:
Safety helmets shall comply with either: AS/NZS 1801:1997 Occupational protective helmets; or ...

Approved Code Of Practice For Safety And Health In Forest Operations (2012)

Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: 3.5.2

Citation Context:
Safety helmets shall comply with either: AS/NZS 1801:1997 Occupational protective helmets, ATV – NZS 8600:2002, or ... Note: Helmets worn specifically for fire fighting purposes shall be to the AS/NZ 1801:1997 standard and also have a neck flap (of heat resistant material) and a chin strap when required.

Approved Code Of Practice For Safety And Health In Tree Work Part 3 River And Stream Operations - Revoked

Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: 4.6.3

Citation Context:
All safety helmets shall comply with AS/NZS 1801:1997 Occupational protective helmets or any other Standard which embodies the same or more stringent criteria.

Guidelines For The Prevention Of Falls

Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: 9.7 Safety System

Citation Context:
A helmet meeting the requirements of AS/NZS 1801:1997, including an enhanced chin strap which will ensure the helmet remains securely on the head during a fall, is recommended.

Good Practice Guidelines: Health and Safety at Opencast Mines, Alluvial Mines and Quarries

Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: 22

Citation Context:
AS/NZS 1801:1997 Occupational protective helmets

Best practice guidelines for working on roofs

Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: 13 Publications

Citation Context:
AS/NZS 1801: 1997: Occupational protective helmets

Industrial Rope Access in New Zealand: Best Practice Guidelines

Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: Appendix 4 List of Standards

Citation Context:
Helmets: AS/NZS 1801 1997

Approved Code of Practice for Safety and Health in Arboriculture (2012)

Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: 4.2.3

Citation Context:
AS/NZS 1801:1997 Occupational protective helmets listed as a relevant Standard.

Good Practice Guidelines: Health and Safety at Opencast Mines, Alluvial Mines and Quarries

Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: 15.14.3

Citation Context:
Safety helmets should comply with AS/NZS 1801 Occupational protective helmets.

Best Practice Guidelines for Demolition in New Zealand

Ministry: New Zealand Demolition and Asbestos Association
Section: 5.32.2

Citation Context:
Safety helmets should be worn to prevent head injuries. The safety helmet should be Type 1 Industrial, and comply with AS/NZS 1801:1997 Occupational protective helmets.

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