Head Check: Know Your Helmet Helmets worn when playing sports, skiing, snowboarding or riding snowmobiles do not make you concussion-proof, but they can help protect you from a serious head or brain injury. All Helmets • Never wear a cracked or broken...
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Head Check: Know Your Helmet Helmets worn when playing sports, skiing, snowboarding or riding snowmobiles do not make you concussion-proof, but they can help protect you from a serious head or brain injury. All Helmets • Never wear a cracked or broken helmet. A damaged helmet doesn’t provide adequate protection. • Use your head: Replace your helmet after a lot of use or if it has any visible cracks or other damage. Never alter a helmet yourself. • Regardless of wear and tear, replace any helmet that’s five years past the manufacture date to be sure it has all the latest safety features. Snowmobile Helmet Make sure your helmet has dual pane shields and breather guards to provide protection and minimize fogging. Wear a full-face helmet with a chin bar to protect yourself from dental and facial damage. Fit the helmet to be snug and to fasten securely. An improper fit can reduce your field of vision. Make sure your helmet does not obstruct your view. You should be able to see forward and f
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