Portwest PS57 Expertbase Safety Helmet

Portwest PS57 Expertbase Safety Helmet Overview:

The Portwest PS57 Expertbase Safety Helmet is a high quality and reliable piece of protective gear designed for a range of industrial and construction applications. This Portwest hard hat is manufactured by Portwest, a renowned company in the field of personal protective equipment, and is designed to provide excellent protection against impacts and other hazards on the job site.

The PS57 Expertbase Safety Helmet features a tough and durable ABS shell that can withstand tough conditions and provide reliable protection for the wearer. The helmet also features a comfortable and adjustable 6-point webbing harness, which ensures a secure and comfortable fit for different head sizes and shapes.

The Portwest hard hat also comes with a range of additional features that make it a versatile and practical choice for different applications. These features include a sweatband to keep the wearer comfortable and dry, as well as a chin strap for additional security and peace of mind.

Overall, the Portwest PS57 Expertbase Safety Helmet is an excellent choice for anyone in need of a reliable and durable hard hat for industrial or construction work. With its high quality construction and practical features, this hard hat is sure to provide excellent protection and comfort in a range of different work environments.

Features and benefits:

• Lateral deformation
• Soft foam sweat band included
• Compatible with PW42 and PS42 clip-on ear muff
• Available in an excellent choice of corporate colours
• Compatible accessories available
• 4 points plastic suspension harness
• Electrical insulation up to 1000Vac or 1500Vdc (EN 50365)
• Electrical properties ( 440Vac)
• CE-CAT III
• 7 years shelf life from manufacturing date outlined in product user sheet

Further information on the safety standards:

EN397

EN397 is the European Standard that specifies physical and performance requirements (including testing) for industrial safety helmets.

Testing procedure:

• Shock Absorption Test – A 5kg rounded striker is dropped on the crown of the helmet from 1m. The force transmitted to the head form cannot exceed 5KN.
• Resistance to Penetration Test – 3kg pointed striker dropped on the crown region, striker not allowed to contact the head form.
• Resistance to Flame Test – when exposed to a flame for 10 seconds and then removed, the shell must not set alight or self-extinguish within 5 seconds.

The relevant European standard can be found on the safety helmet, usually underneath the peak of the helmet so in this case look out for a EN397 standard for confirmation of performance.

Here is a link to the Portwest PS57 Helmet on the manufactures website.

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