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안전모의 충격 흡수성 시험 개선에 관한 연구

A Study on Improving Shock Absorption Test of Safety Helmet

  • Sang Woo Shim (Department of Safety Engineering, Pukyong National University) ;
  • Yong Su Sim (HALO Inc) ;
  • Jong Bin Lee (Department of Safety Engineering, Pukyong National University) ;
  • Seong Rok Chang (Department of Safety Engineering, Pukyong National University)
  • 투고 : 2023.09.18
  • 심사 : 2023.10.16
  • 발행 : 2023.10.31

초록

In this study, 50 ABE-type hard hats were procured from five certified commercial manufacturers, and shock absorption tests were conducted in accordance with Protective Equipment Safety Certification Notice No. 2020-35. The tests were performed under both high- and low-temperature conditions, adhering to safety helmet testing standards. The highest shock transmission ranges were recorded in the tests, with an average energy range of 2,600-4,108 N at high temperatures and 2,316-3,991 N at low temperatures. All five hard hat models demonstrated a maximum transmitted impact force below 4,450 N, without any loss of cap and attachment functionality, confirming their compliance with performance standards. Furthermore, we evaluated the side impact performance of the safety helmets of each company, with an average range of 4,722-5,267 N. Company A exhibited the lowest measurement at 4,722 N. Comparing these results with international safety standards and the national shock absorption test criteria, it was observed that the maximum transmitted shock value using government-specified impact weight falls within the range of 4,450-5,000 N. However, it was noted that developed countries have established specific standards for the side impact forces on safety helmets, which are legally mandated. Consequently, it is imperative for South Korea to enhance its safety helmet side impact performance test methodology to align with domestic standards in the future.

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