Inspection

WARNING!

Examine the helmet before and after each use. If the helmet shows any of the following conditions of wear or damage, remove it from service immediately. Always replace your helmet after impact or penetration occurs.

Failure to follow this warning can result in serious personal injury or death.

Component	Inspection
Shell	Examine the shell for breakage, cracks, craze pattern, discoloration, chalky appearance, or any other unusual condition. If the shell shows any of these conditions, remove the helmet from service immediately. These conditions are signs that the helmet cannot supply protection from impact, penetration, and/or electrical shock.
Suspension	Examine for proper installation of the suspension. All four (4) suspension clips must be fully seated into the suspension slots in the helmet shell. Examine the suspension for loss of flexibility, cracks, breaks, frayed straps, or damaged stitching. If the suspension shows any of these conditions, replace it immediately.
Chin Strap	Examine the chin strap for missing, cut, frayed, or broken stitching. Examine the hardware on the chin strap for breakage, cracks, discoloration, or any other unusual condition. If the chin strap or hardware shows any of these conditions, replace the chin strap immediately.
Rescue Whistle	Examine the rescue whistle for blockage or damage. Blow the whistle to make sure it operates correctly. If the rescue whistle is damaged or broken, replace the chin strap.
Foam Liner	Make sure that a foam liner is attached to the shell. Examine the foam liner for fractures or damage. If the foam liner is damaged, remove the helmet from service immediately.