Hoe veilig is jouw helm...

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...kan je hier uitzoeken : http://sharp.direct.gov.uk/

WHAT IS SHARP?

SHARP is the Safety Helmet Assessment and Rating Programme - it's the new helmet safety scheme for motorcyclists.

SHARP enables riders to more easily select a helmet which matches their needs. It provides consumers with an independent assessment of the safety performance of helmets sold in the UK. The SHARP RATING reflects the performance of each helmet model following a series of advanced laboratory tests and rates helmets from 1-5 stars.

Laboratory tests show there are real differences in the safety performance of motorcycle helmets available in the market. All helmets must meet minimum legal safety standards but the SHARP scheme uses a wider range of tests to provide riders with more information on how much protection a helmet can provide in a crash. This objective advice will help riders to choose the safest helmet suitable for them.

Helmet testing commenced in autumn 2007 and the first results were launched in June 2008. SHARP now offers a single, easy to understand rating for helmet models available within the UK.

Helmets that perform well when assessed offer users a significantly increased level of protection. Research has shown that if all riders wore the safest helmets available up to 50 lives could be saved each year.

When buying a new helmet look for the SHARP logo and check out the SHARP rating.