The 3M™ DBI-SALA® Safety Helmet X6000 Series is designed to help provide head protection from small falling objects and top/side impacts. Its 360 degree impact protection on the crown of the head meets the ANSI/ISEA Z89.1-2014 standard.
Although the 3M DBI-SALA® Safety Helmet X6000 Series meets many CSA Z94.1-2015 requirements, it does not meet all the requirements and therefore is not marked CSA.
The standards are generally similar in terms of impact energy. However, the impact methods and the impact locations differ between the two standards.
CSA Z94.1 includes additional requirements such as coverage requirements, a passive retention test and an ignition test. To view a selection of differences between the CSA and ANSI standards for industrial head protection, please refer to the 3M Technical Data Bulletin titled “Testing Comparison of ANSI Z89.1-2014 and CSA Z94.1-2015 Standards for Industrial Head Protection (PDF, 195 KB)”.
It is 3M’s opinion that the ANSI/ISEA Z89.1-2014 Type II lateral requirements are more stringent than the requirements specified in EN 12492 for the front, side and rear impacts. EN12492 top-impact testing was retained because it specifies higher top impact energy than specified in ANSI/ISEA Z89.1.
The provincial Occupational Health & Safety Regulations that governs products for head protection vary considerably across Canada. Please reference your applicable jurisdictional regulations for your worksite.
Additional support to assist with fulfilling your provinces regulatory requirements may be available by contacting your 3M Sales and Technical Representatives.
The 3M™ DBI-SALA® Safety Helmet X6000 Series is designed to help provide 360-degree impact protection on the crown of the head per ANSI/ISEA Z89.1-2014 Type II protection — the first 3M Safety Helmet to meet this requirement. This helmet includes air gaps between the head, foam, and shell, creating space for improved air circulation as well as large vent openings designed to maximize airflow. As one of the lightest options in the market for ANSI/ISEA Z89.1-2014 Type II helmets, it features the 3M™ SecureFit™ 6-Point Suspension, designed to optimize fit and stability, providing a comfortable fit for all-day wear. As a part of its modern, contemporary styling, it also features a rimless design that allows for a broader field of view, improving upward vision for hazard awareness. In keeping with its protective features, the 3M™ DBI-SALA® Safety Helmet X6000 Series is available with 3M™ Scotchlite™ Reflective Material for enhanced visibility in low-light and night conditions, delivering 5X brighter retroreflective material compared to the retroreflective material on 3M™ SecureFit™ Safety Helmet X5000 Series.
Wearer comfort is a key design philosophy of the 3M™ DBI-SALA® Safety Helmet X6000 Series, leading it to include many features that help enable all-day wear. One such feature is its adjustable, 6-point, low-fitting suspension with four height settings that optimize fit. It also makes use of a smooth, easy-to-turn ratchet that allows the wearer to adjust in small degrees and a comfort pad on the back of the suspension system designed to distribute force and increase comfort. Available with either the 3M™ Standard or Premium 4-point Chin Strap to help keep the helmet on in the event of slips, trips, or falls, as well as hazards when working at heights, both the easy-to-adjust ratchet and magnetic buckle are designed for simple, one-handed operation — even with gloves on. These features are further complemented by the helmet's ability to be donned and doffed easily. It also requires no assembly. However, wearer comfort goes beyond fit, which is why the 3M™ DBI-SALA® Safety Helmet X6000 Series utilizes nearly 3X more vent openings compared to the 3M™ SecureFit™ Safety Helmet X5000 Series. As a result, this helmet is designed to maximize airflow by releasing rising heat. The 3M™ DBI-SALA® Safety Helmet X6000 Series are also engineered to accommodate a wide variety of 3M accessories and work well with other PPE, including eye, face, and hearing protection.
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