Helmets and Helmet Safety
HELMETS AND HELMET SAFETY
The Do’s and Don’ts of Skateboard HelmetsWearing the right helmet is key for safety. Use only approved skateboard helmets. Other helmets, such as bicycle helmets, are designed to take impact differently and offer other areas of protection. Skateboard helmets help make skateboarding safe. Helmet Safety Checklist• Check the safety sticker inside the helmet and make sure it’s an approved helmet. • No cracks, dents or damage. • Pads should touch cheeks and forehead. Back of helmet should touch nape of neck. • One finger should fit under the chin strap. Helmet should be snug and comfortable • Helmet side straps should form a V-shape around each ear • Helmets should sit two figures above the eyebrow. • No hats, except for a liner or thin shell. • No high ponytail. • No decorating helmets with paint or stickers. |
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Wearing the right helmet is
essential for safety.
Use only approved skateboard helmets.
Other helmets, like bicycle helmets,
are designed for different impacts
and protect different areas, so they are
not recommended for skateboarding.
Skateboard helmets help make
skateboarding much safer
when worn correctly.
Helmet Safety Checklist
- Check the safety sticker inside the helmet to ensure it is approved.
- Inspect for cracks, dents, or damage.
- Pads should touch your cheeks and forehead, and the back should touch the nape of the neck.
- Only one finger should fit under the chin strap; it should be snug and comfortable.
- Side straps should form a V-shape around each ear.
- Helmet should sit two fingers above the eyebrows.
- No hats except a liner or thin shell.
- No high ponytails.
- No decorating helmets with paint or stickers.