Keeping Indian Roads Safe: Understanding Helmet Standards and Regulations
Introduction: Image Courtesy: https://witi.com/articles/847/Safety,-Head-First:-What-To-Look-For-In-A-Motorcycle-Helmet/ In India, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) plays a critical role in assuring helmet safety through the application of stringent standards and regulations. These requirements prioritize impact resistance, durability, and visibility in order to safeguard riders. This article delves at how helmet safety standards are established, major laws set by the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways, and the relevance of the BIS logo. Helmet Safety Standards: IS4151 helmet safety regulations are intended to correspond with worldwide norms, particularly ECE standards. IS4151 includes a number of tests that assess the performance of a helmet, such as impact resistance, chinstrap strength, and deformation capacity . Compliance with these standards is required for a helmet to be awarded the BIS mark, which denotes compliance with safety standards. Spot Testing and Compli...