This document covers specifications and conformity assessment methods for new head and face protectors for ice hockey goaltenders, as offered for initial sale. This specification is intended to reduce the risk of injury associated with playing the position of goaltender in ice hockey. The protectors are classified according to types: Type I and Type II. Optical tests, shock attenuation tests, puck impact tests, penetration resistance tests, and neck strap retention test shall be performed to meet the requirements specified.

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1. Scope

1.1 This document covers specifications and conformity assessment methods for new head and face protectors for ice hockey goaltenders, as offered for initial sale.

1.2 This specification is intended to reduce the risk of injury associated with playing the position of goaltender in ice hockey.

1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.

2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

Index Terms

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 13.340.20 (Head protective equipment); 97.220.20 (Winter sports equipment)

Citing ASTM Standards

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