Important Information
Safety Information
Activities where there is risk of impact to the head and other parts of the body are dangerous. This product reduces the risk of head injuries by significantly decreasing the force of an impact. However, it does not guarantee to eliminate the risk of injury altogether.
This product is not intended for use in contact sports such as hockey, football, or rugby, nor cycling, skateboarding, or any activity where helmets are already standard equipment. It can, however, be used for additional protection and to absorb moisture under helmets.
Avoid head impact. Report concussion symptoms. Concussions are invisible so seek medical advice after a hit to the head or a jolt to the body. If you’ve sustained a concussion, seek advice from a medical specialist experienced in brain injuries instead of purchasing this product. Do not play hurt and do not play injured. Your brain is the most important organ in your body. Think about playing safe at all times. Encourage others to do the same.
This product must be placed right next to the head like a sweatband to be effective. It does NOT restrict brain movement on the inside of the head, nor can it prevent the brain from colliding with the scull if the force is great enough.
Improper placement or modification of this headgear will reduce its effectiveness and will result in an increased risk of a head injury. This product is not a replacement for a helmet, nor protection in place of proper healing after an injury and does not make it safe to be fearless or without age appropriate supervision.
Note about safety standards
Forcefield® Protective Headgear has been independently tested by INTERTEK, surpassing the ASTM hockey helmet drop test and European 89/686/EEC standard for personal protective equipment. Safety certified ASTM and CEII as headgear by Inspec EU, the world’s leader in testing PPE. These are safety standards specific to contact and non-collision sports, and Forcefield® Protective Headgear is so marked ASTM and CEII.
Note about safety standards for Canadians
The CSA standard for ice hockey helmets is the highest in the world, however, Forcefield® Protective Headgear is not marked CSA just as biclycle or motorcycle helmets are not marked CSA — this is because there are no CSA standards for protective headbands or bicycle or motorcycle helmets. While many Canadians and Health Canada recognize and accept non-CSA standards when a CSA standard does not exist, we invite you to view our published test data http://ppe.forcefieldheadbands.ca so that you are able to make an educated decision before buying this product.
Note about intended use
The product has been proven effective in over 20 sports, leisure activities, and medical applications, but your needs may differ. If your intended use is not listed, please contact us to discuss your specific application to ensure it is appropriate for your needs.