ABOUT THE STUDY
One of the primary functions of a protective helmet is to remain in place on the wearer’s head prior to and during an impact.

Current helmets designed to meet the Australian Standard AS/NZS1698 are tested using rigid headforms that represent average human head dimensions for various body weights and heights based on dated anthropometric data. The fit and restraint of a helmet on an actual rider’s head must hence rely on custom fitment of the comfort foam padding and proper use of the restraint system.

As part of the ARC-funded project on helmet performance, our team are investigating helmet fit and restraint in the Sydney motorcycle rider and pillion passenger population.

We would like to invite you to participate in this study.

DOES YOUR HELMET FIT?
We would like to examine your helmet fitment. Your participation in this study will include:

• A brief survey/interview regarding your helmet use
• Anthropometric measurements of your body mass, height and basic head dimensions
• Inspection of your helmet
• Measurements of the forces required to rotate your helmet on your head in various directions

We do not anticipate that you will experience any discomfort due to your participation in this research, nor do we foresee any abnormal risks related to your involvement in the study. The interview will take approximately 20 minutes and will be done in person.

ETHICS APPROVAL
Complaints may be directed to the Ethics Secretariat, The University of New South Wales, SYDNEY 2052 AUSTRALIA (phone: 9385 4234, Fax: 9385 6648, Email: ethics.sec@unsw.edu.au).

PARTICIPATE TO WIN

 

Enter our draw to win one of three $300 vouchers to spend on any RJays gear from your nearest Motorcycle Accessories Supermarket store*. Congratulations to Mr Marc Byrnes of Lisarow, NSW - winner of the first $300 prize draw

If you have any queries about the study and/or would like more information regarding participation, please contact one of the following::

Dr Toh Yen Pang Research Associate Tel (02) 9385 5992 Email : toh.pang@unsw.edu.au

Kim Thai PhD Student Tel (02) 9385 9824 Email : k.thai@student.unsw.edu.au

This research is supported by:

  

Images courtesy of the Roads and Traffic Authority of New South Wales and the Motorcycle Council of NSW.