Is this standard still valid for manufacturing police helmets?

No, IS 9562:1980 has been superseded and replaced by IS 17051:2018.

What is the maximum allowed weight for a helmet under this standard?

The total mass of the helmet, including all fittings, must not exceed 1.0 kg (Clause 6.1).

What is the shock absorption requirement?

When a 5 kg striker is dropped from 1.0 m, the force transmitted to the headform must not exceed 4900 N (Clause 7.2).

Does this standard cover bullet-proof helmets?

No, this standard covers resistance to impact and penetration from blunt/sharp objects, not ballistic threats. Ballistic helmets are covered by different standards like IS 17051.

IS 9562

: 1980

Specification for non-metal helmets for the police force

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This standard specifies the requirements for non-metallic helmets intended for use by police forces. It covers materials, construction, dimensions, mass, and performance characteristics such as shock absorption, penetration resistance, and flammability. The standard also outlines the necessary tests and marking criteria for these protective helmets.

Specification for non-metal helmets for the police force

Quick Reference Values

Maximum Mass1.0 kg

Shock Absorption Test - Max Transmitted Force4900 N

Shock Absorption Test - Striker Mass5.0 kg

Shock Absorption Test - Drop Height1.0 m

Penetration Test - Striker Mass3.0 kg

Penetration Test - Drop Height1.0 m

Flammability Test - Max Burning Time5 seconds after flame removal

Practical Notes

This standard is obsolete and has been formally superseded by IS 17051:2018 'Protective Helmets for Law Enforcement Agencies - Specification'. All new procurement and manufacturing must adhere to the latest standard.

The scope is specifically for police helmets and is not applicable for industrial safety helmets (covered by IS 2925) or firefighter helmets.

The tests prescribed require specialized equipment, including calibrated headforms and impact rigs, as detailed in the referenced testing standard IS 9561.