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AS 16091981

Australian Standard

EYE PROTECTORS FOR MOTOR

CYCLISTS AND RACING CAR
DRIVERS

[Title Allocated by Defence Cataloguing Authority:

GOGGLES, LENSES, SPECTACLES AND VISORS
(PROTECTIVE, MOTOR CYCLISTS AND RACING CAR
DRIVER)... NSC 84]

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The following scientific, industrial and governmental organizations and departments

were officially represented on the committee entrusted with the preparation of this
standard:
Australian Chamber of Commerce
Australian Optometrical Association
Australian Road Research Board
Autocycle Council of Australia
Bureau of Consumer Affairs, Western Australia
Confederation of Australian Industry
Confederation of Australian Motor Sport
Consumer Affairs Bureau, Australian Capital Territory
Consumer Affairs Bureau, Queensland
Consumer Affairs Council, Tasmania
Department of Business and Consumer Affairs
Department of Consumer Affairs, New South Wales
Department of Community Development, Northern Territory
Department of Motor Transport, New South Wales
Department of Public and Consumer Affairs, South Australia
Department of Transport
Health Commission of New South Wales
New South Wales Police Department
Queensland Police Department
Royal Australasian College of Opthalmologists
Road Traffic Authority, Western Australia
Trade Practices Commission
Victoria Police
Victorian College of Optometry, University of Melbourne

This standard, prepared by Committee AU/13, Automotive Eye Protection, was

approved on behalf of the Council of the Standards Association of Australia on
23 June 1981, and was published on 7 September 1981.

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AS 16091981

Australian Standard
EYE PROTECTORS FOR MOTOR
CYCLISTS AND RACING CAR
DRIVERS

First publi shed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Second editi on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1974
1981

Incorporating:
Amdt 11982

PUBLISHED BY STANDARDS AUSTRALIA

(STANDARDS ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIA)
1 THE CRESCENT, HOMEBUSH, NSW 2140
ISBN 0 7262 2318 2

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PREFACE
This edition of this standard was prepared by the Associations Committee on
Automotive Eye Protection. It covers eye protectors designed to provide protection for
the eyes of motor cyclists and racing car drivers.
Requirements for material, optical qualities and mechanical strength are set out in the
standard and it includes appendices prescribing appropriate test methods.
This edition of the standard includes technical and editorial amendments identified as
necessary during the application of the 1974 edition.
Following the recommendations of a number of organizations, the committee decided
to allow limited use of tinted lenses, provided that these lenses comply with the
requirements set out in this standard and the coloration limits prescribed in AS 1067*.
These eye protectors are intended to be restricted to daytime use only.
NOTES:
1. Although only limit ed technical data is available, the wearing of sunglasses, photochromic lenses and
prescripti on spectacles worn as the sole protecti on for the eyes, is not recommended. Such eyewear
is unli kely to comply with the mechanical str ength requir ed for protecti on against impacting part icles.
2. The University of New South Wales and the Australi an Road Research Board, in conjuncti on with the
Depart ment of Motor Transport in New South Wales, are curr entl y conducti ng feasibil it y studies into
matt ers concerning tinted visors. scratched visors and the habitual use of eye protectors by motor
cyclists and wil l make their findings publi c when the study is fi nished.

During the preparation of this standard cognizance was taken of the work under taken
by ISO/TC 94/SC 6, Personal Eye Protectors.*
The material quality of lenses and the optical requirements maintain uniformity where
appropriate with
AS 1067 Sunglass Lenses
AS 1337 Eye Protectors for Industrial Applications
This standard requires reference to the following standards:
AS 1067 Sunglass Lenses
AS 1199 Sampling Procedures and Tables for Inspection by Attributes
AS 1399 Guide to AS 1199, Sampling Procedures and Tables for Inspection by
Attributes
AS 1680 Code of Practice for Interior Lighting and the Visual Environment
AS 1698 Protective Helmets for Vehicle Users
AS 2961 Typeface Nomenclature and Classification
*ISO = International Organization for Standardization.
As revised.

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Page
SECTION
1.1
1.2
1.3

1. SCOPE , A PPLICATION AND

Scope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Application . . . . . . . . . . . .
Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SECTION
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4

2. MATERIALS
Construction Materials . . . . .
Lenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flame Propagation . . . . . . .
Protection Against Corrosion

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SECTION 3. DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION

3.1 Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2 Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SECTION 4. ATTRIBUTES OF EYE P ROTECTORS

4.1 Stability at Elevated and Lowered Temperatures . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.2 Mechanical Strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SECTION 5. OPTICAL PROPERTIES

5.1 Luminous Transmittance and Coloration of Visors and Eyeshields
5.2 Refractive Properties of Lenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SECTION 6. TESTING OF EYE PROTECTORS

6.1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.2 Test Specimens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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7. MARKING AND L ABELLING

Marking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Informative Labelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Printing of Labels, Brochures and Slips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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APPENDICES
A Method for the Determination of Mechanical Strength . . . . . . . . . .
B Method for the Determination of Resistance to Corrosion . . . . . . . .
C Method for the Determination of Stability at Elevated and Lowered
Temperatures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Australian Standard
for
EYE PROTECTORS FOR MOTOR CYCLISTS AND RACING CAR DRIVERS
SECTION 1. SCOPE, APPLICATION AND DEFINITIONS
1.1 SCOPE. This standard specifies requirements
for eye protectors for motor cyclists and racing car
drivers. It deals with materials, construction, attach
ment, optical properties, testing, labelling and
marking.
The standard incorporates the basic requirements for
eye protectors capable of maintaining visibility and
providing protection for the eyes of motor cyclists
and racing car drivers.
1.2 APPLICATION. Eye protectors for motor
cyclists and racing car drivers shall comply with the
appropriate requirements of Sections 2, 3 and 4.
Lenses for eye
Section 5.

protectors

shall

comply

with

1.3 DEFINITIONS. For the purposes of this

standard, the following definitions apply:
1.3.1 Eye protector a device which includes a
lens or lenses worn in front of the eyes to provide
protection for the eyes against dust, rain, wind and
the impact of particles and insects.
1.3.2 Visor an eye protector supported in front of
the face to provide protection for the eyes and part of
the face.
1.3.3 Integral visor a built-in eye protector
forming a single congruous whole with a helmet.
1.3.4 Eyeshield a transparent visor supported in
front of the face to shield the eyes.
1.3.5 Goggles an eye protector fitting the contour
of the face and held in position by an adjustable
headband.

1.3.6 Lens the transparent component of the eye

protector through which the wearer sees.
NOTE: In this standard the term lens is not restri cted to it s
opti cal sense.

1.3.7 Gradient-density lens a lens in which the

luminous transmittance changes progressively over
the lens.
1.3.8 Safety spectacles an eye protector, fitting
the contour of the face and held in position by the
side arms, providing frontal protection for the eyes
only.
1.3.9 Luminous transmittance the ratio of the
luminous flux transmitted by the lens to the incident
luminous flux.
1.3.10 Refractive power the property of a lens to
diverge or converge rays of light, expressed as the
reciprocal of the focal length in metres.
NOTES:
1. The unit of measurement for refractive power is reciprocal
metr e (m1 ).
2. The former unit of measurement, i.e. dioptre, is extant in
ophthalmology and optometry.
3. The power of a divergent lens is given a negati ve sign.

1.3.11 Prismatic power the property of a lens to

displace the image of an object expressed as
100 times the ratio of the apparent displacement of
the object to the distance of the object from the lens.
NOTES:
1. Prismati c power is a dimensionless quanti ty.
2. The former unit of measurement of prismati c power, i.e.
prism dioptr e, is numerically equal and is extant in
ophthalmology and optometry.

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SECTION 2. MATERIALS
2.1 CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS.
2.1.1 Eye Protectors Excluding Lenses. Materials
used in the construction of eye protectors and which
come into contact with the skin shall be non-irritant
when subjected to perspiration and shall not discolour
the skin.
Materials of construction shall not be prone to undue
absorption of moisture nor liable to deformation at
the temperatures and conditions normally encountered
in service.
2.1.2 Headbands and Harnesses. Headbands and
harnesses, where provided, shall be of good quality
durable material and shall have a minimum width of
10 mm.
2.2 LENSES.
2.2.1 Materials. Lenses may be made from any
material which complies with the performance and
optical requirements of this standard.
2.2.2 Finish. Lenses shall be free from any
projections, sharp edges or features likely to cause
discomfort or injury during use.
2.2.3 Visual Quality. On visual inspection of
the viewing area (see Clause 2.2.4) lenses shall be
reasonably free of pits, scratches, greyness, watermarks, bubbles, striae, local aberrations and inclusions
which could impair or prevent the use of the lenses for

their intended purpose, or be cosmetically noticeable.

Visual inspection shall be carried out under good
illumination against a suitable background with the
unaided eye although spectacles may be worn if
required.
NOTE: Adequate li ghting conditi ons for the above inspection
purpose would be those recommended in AS 1680.

2.2.4 Viewing Area. The viewing area of lenses is

determined as follows:
(a) For spectacles and goggles with separate lenses
for each eye . . . . . the area contained to within
3 mm from the edge.
(b) For visors and single lens wide-vision
goggles . . . . the area contained in a rectangle
120 mm long and 50 mm high, symmetrically
located about the vertical centreline, in the
horizontal plane of the lens and in the as worn
position.
2.3 FLAME PROPAGATION. All materials used
in the construction of eye protectors shall be resistant
to flame propagation. Materials which are known to
be a fire risk shall not be used for eye protectors.
2.4 PROTECTION AGAINST CORROSION.
After being tested in accordance with Appendix B,
the metal components of an eye protector shall be
smooth and free from corrosion when visually
inspected.

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3.1

DESIGN.

3.1.1 Protection Against Skin Irritation. The

design of eye protectors shall be such as will reduce
to a minimum the possibility of skin irritation due to
abrasion.
3.1.2 Strength of Eye Protectors. Eye protectors
shall be designed to comply with mechanical strength
requirements in Clause 4.2.
3.1.3 Integral Visor. Integral visors shall be
capable of being easily opened. Integral visors shall
not be tinted.
3.1.4 Visor Opening. Visors which are not
designed as an integral part of the helmet shall be
easy to remove from the wearers field of view
without the simultaneous use of both hands.
3.1.5 Goggles. Goggles should be designed to fit
the contours of the face and shall be positively held
by an adjustable headband. The design of the
headband shall be such that the goggles will fit on the
outside of the helmet. Nose bridges of goggles shall
be integral with, or securely fastened to, the frames.
3.2

CONSTRUCTION.

3.2.1 Protection Against Injuries from Eye

Protectors. Eye protectors shall be free from
projections, sharp edges or other features likely to
cause discomfort or injury during use.
3.2.2 Interchangeable Components. Adjustable
or interchangeable parts or components incorporated

in eye protectors shall be easy to adjust, interchange

or replace without the aid of special tools.
NOTE: For the purpose of this standard, special tools means
tools other than a screwdriver or spanner.

3.2.3 Ventilation. Eye protectors should be

provided with a means of ensuring effective indirect
ventilation. The air vents in eye protectors incorporating provisions for ventilation shall prevent the
straight line entry of any particles.
3.2.4 Static Field of Vision.
3.2.4.1 Visors. Visors, including integral visors,
shall not interfere with the peripheral vision designed
into the helmet (see Clause 5.5 of AS 1698). The
minimum temporal field of view of visors should be
not less than 70 degrees. The downward field of view
should be not less than 35 degrees.
3.2.4.2 Goggles and safety spectacles. The
minimum temporal field of view of goggles and
safety spectacles should be not less than 60 degrees.
The downward field of view should be not less than
35 degrees.
3.2.5 Method of Attachment of Visors.
3.2.5.1 Attachment of visors. Visors, including
integral visors, attached to helmets shall satisfactorily
maintain their position in relation to the eyes without
discomfort during use.
3.2.5.2 Removal of visors in emergencies. The
removal of a visor or eyeshield from the field of view
in an emergency shall not require the simultaneous
use of both hands.
NOTE: Sequenti al operati on of cams and cli ps by a single hand
is acceptable.

SECTION 4. ATTRIBUTES OF EYE PROTECTORS

4.1 S T ABIL ITY AT E LE VATE D AND
LOWERED TEMPERATURES. Assembled eye
protectors shall be stable at elevated and lowered
temperatures, and when tested in accordance with
Appendix C shall show no physical distortion on
completion of the test and
(a) their optical properties shall not have deteriorated beyond the limits imposed in Clause 5.2;
and
(b) their strength shall not have fallen below that
required to pass the relevant tests described in
Appendix A.
4.2 MECHANICAL STRENGTH.
4.2.1 General. The eye protectors shall be soundly
constructed and shall be free from obvious defects.
They shall be capable of withstanding a test for
general robustness in accordance with Appendix A.
4.2.2 Performance Criteria. When eye protectors
are tested in accordance with Appendix A, there shall

be no fracture of the lens or of the frame as specified

below:
(a)

Lens fracture. A lens shall be considered

to have failed

(i)

if it cracks through its entire thickness or

into two or more pieces; or

(ii) if more than 5 mg of the lens material

becomes detached from a part of the lens
surface remote from that part struck by the
ball; or
(iii) if the ball passes through the lens.
(b) Lens housing, frame or harness failure. A lens
housing, frame or harness shall be considered to
have failed

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(i)

if it is fractured;

(ii) if its parts separate; or

(iii) if it allows a lens to be dislodged.

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SECTION 5. OPTICAL PROPERTIES

5.1 LUMINOUS TRANSM IT TANCE AND
COLORATION OF VISORS AND EYESHIELDS.
5.1.1 Measurements of Luminous Transmittance.
The luminous transmittance of lenses for eye
protectors shall be determined from its values of
spectral transmittance in the range 380 nm to 780 nm,
at wavelength intervals of 10 nm or less, weighted by
the corresponding ordinates of the photoptic
luminosity curve of the CIE Standard Photometric
Observer and by the relative spectral energy distribution of CIE Standard Illuminant C.

The measuring light beam shall be parallel to the

median plane of the eye protector or lens and in
the same direction relative to the eye protector or
lens for the measurements.
5.2.2

5.2.2.1 Refractive power of lenses. The refractive

power of lenses shall comply with the following:
(a) Individual lenses. Individual lenses, whether
measured as an individual lens or as one of a
pair of lenses, shall not have

NOTE: Visual or instr umental photometr ic methods may be used

for routi ne tests after veri fi cati on of accuracy by comparison
with the spectrophotometri c method.

5.1.2 Requirements.
5.1.2.1 Clear lenses. Untinted lenses shall have a
luminance transmittance of not less than 85 percent.
5.1.2.2 Tinted lenses. Tinted lenses shall have a
luminance transmittance of not less than 50 percent
and shall comply with the coloration requirements of
AS 1067.
NOTE: Visors assembled with a tinted stri p posit ioned outside
the normal field of view do not requir e special labell ing.
However, the tinted area must comply wit h the prescribed
colorati on requir ements and optical performance.

5.1.2.3 Gradient-density lenses. Gradient density

lenses shall have a luminous transmittance of not less
than 50 percent and shall comply with the coloration
requirements and luminous density prescribed in
AS 1067.
5.2 REFRACTIVE PROPERTIES OF LENSES.
5.2.1 Measurement of Refractive Properties. The
refractive properties of lenses shall be determined as
follows:
(a) Individual lenses. For an individual lens which
is not mounted in a frame, measurements shall
be made at the datum centre along a line
perpendicular to the tangent at the datum centre
(see Fig. 5.1).
(b) Pairs of lenses. For a pair of lenses mounted in
a frame or intended for mounting into a
particular frame, measurements shall be made for
each lens at a point on the datum line 33 mm
from the centreline of the frame along a line
perpendicular to the tangent to the centreline of
the frame (see Fig. 5.2).
(c) Visors. For a visor mounted in a frame,
measurements shall be made at the horizontal
plane of the visor in the as worn position
33 mm from the centreline of the visor along a
line perpendicular to the tangent to the centreline
(see Fig. 5.3).

Requirements.

(i)

a positive or negative refractive power

greater than 0.12 m1 ; or

(ii) a difference in refractive power between

any two meridians greater than 0.12 m 1.
(b) Lens pair. A lens pair mounted in a frame or
intended for assembly together in a frame shall
not have a difference between the refractive
powers for the two lenses exceeding 0.12 m 1 in
any meridian.
5.2.2.2 Prismatic power of lenses. The prismatic
power of lenses shall comply with the following:
(a) Individual lenses. Individual lenses measured as
individual lenses shall not have a prismatic
power exceeding 0.25.
(b) Lens pair. A lens pair mounted in a frame or
intended for assembly together in a frame shall
not have
(i)

a difference in prismatic power between the

lenses exceeding 0.25 in the vertical
meridian; or

(ii) a difference in prismatic power between the

lenses exceeding 1.0 in the horizontal
meridian.
A prismatic power not exceeding 0.50 at the datum
centre is permissible in the individual lenses provided
that when the lenses are mounted in a frame the
prismatic effect is within the tolerance for a lens pair.
NOTES:
1. Prismati c eff ects and power effects can be introduced when
a lens is til ted wit h respect to the line of sight. The intenti on
of the above requirement is that measurements of power and
prismati c effect should be made on a line coincident wit h or
close to the li ne of sight. It is especially import ant that the
refr acti ve propert ies be measured on or near the li ne of sight
for wrap-around or excessively curved eye protectors.
2. Manufacturers should note that individual lenses that comply
with the refractive requirements when measured at the geometr ic centr e on a li ne perpendicular to the lens may not
comply wit h the requirement when mounted in a fr ame of
exaggerated wrap-around design.

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DD
AA
M
BB

=
=
=
=

Datum line
Datum length of lens
Datum centre (mid-point of AA)
Mid-datum depth of lens
(measured through M)

Fig. 5.1. DATUM CEN TRE FOR SINGLE LENS

Fig. 5.2. DATUM CEN TRES FOR LENS PA IR

Fig. 5.3. DATUM CEN TRES FOR VISO R

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SECTION 6.

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TESTING OF EYE PROTECTORS

6.1 GENERAL. Eye protectors for motor cyclists and racing car drivers shall be
subjected to the tests set out in Appendices A, B and C.
6.2 TEST SPECIMENS. The tests shall be conducted on not less than five eye
protectors of each design or model and each protector shall comply with the
appropriate requirements.
NOTES:
1. This standard makes no provision for stati stical sampling, qualit y contr ol or contr actual arr angements.
2. Where compli ance wit h this standard is to be assessed on the basis of stati stical sampling and inspecti on, the sampling plan should be in accordance wit h the relevant clause in AS 1199, and should take
into account the guidance given in AS 1399.
The designati on of an acceptable qualit y level does not imply that the supplier has the right to supply
knowingly any defective it em or unit of product.

SECTION 7.

MARKING AND LEBELLING

7.1 MARKING. The name or registered trade name

or mark of the manufacturer shall be marked on the eye
protector or on a label securely attached thereto.
Visors designed to fasten on to specific designs or
brands of helmets shall be clearly marked to this effect.
Tinted lenses shall have the word clear or tinted as
appropriate, embossed on the lens in an appropriate
visible position.
NOTE: Manufacturers who place the number of this Australian
standard on eye protectors, packaging or literature related thereto
should ensure that the eye protectors are manufactured to comply with
the standard.
Attention is particularly drawn to the scheme for independent assurance
provided by the AS Mark which is a registered certification trademark
owned by the Standards Association of Australia.
The presence of the AS Mark on or in relation to a product is an
assurance that the goods have been produced under a system of
supervision, control and testing applied during manufacture and
including periodical inspections at the manufacturers works in
accordance with the certification mark scheme of the SAA.
The AS Mark can be used only by manufacturers licensed under the
certification mark scheme operated by the SAA, and only when
accompanied by the number of the relevant Australian standard. It will
usually be a requirement that the words Manufactured to Australian
Standard accompany the number of the standard and enclose the Mark
as shown below; however, this is a matter for negotiation with the
Association.
Further particulars of the terms of licence may be obtained from the
Director General, Standards Association of Australia, 1 The Crescent,
Homebush, NSW 2140.

7.2 INFORMATIVE LABELLING. In addition to

the marking requirement of Clause 7.1, durable labels
shall be attached to eye protectors or their wrapping
conforming with Clause 7.3. Brochures accompanying
eye protectors and slips supplied with replacement lenses
shall also contain the information prescribed in
Clause 7.3.
7.3 PRINTING OF LABELS, BROCHURES AND
SLIPS.
7.3.1 Wording. The wording shall be as follows:

WARNING
Tinted lenses are not suitable for use at
night.
Lenses damaged by scratches will reduce
visibility and should be replaced.
Visors and goggles having minor scuffed
areas or small surface scratches should not
be used at night.
Contact with petroleum products and other
solvents may impair the optical properties
and reduce the mechanical strength.
7.3.2 Printing. The printed wording shall comply
with the following:
(a) The wording shall be clearly legible in either
upper case or upper and lower case, monoline,
geometric lineale typeface of medium width (see
Note) not less than 10 point type size (upper
case character height nominal 2.5 mm). The
word WARNING shall be in bold typeface.
(b) The label wording of each statement shall start
on a separate line. Each statement shall be a
separate paragraph. The word WARNING shall
be separated from all other wording by at least
one line space of the type size used for the text.
(c) The wording prescribed in this standard shall be
separated by a space of at least 5 mm from any
other wording, number or symbol which may
appear on the label.
NOTE: Typeface descri ptions for monoli ne, geometri c,
l ineale and medium width are given in BS 2961. The
foll owing extr acts from BS 2961 are relevant:
Monoli neany typeface in which all strokes of the letters are
apparently of equal thickness.
Linealetypeface without seri fs.
NOTE: Formerl y called sans-serif .
Geometricl ineale typefaces constr ucted on simple geometr ic
shapes. circle or rectangle.
Medium widthby medium width is meant the width which the
manufacturer (of the type) puts forward under the name of
the family (i .e. the group of typefaces which are derived from
one basic design) as representi ng the design in that normal
width fr om which variants in the famil y have been or may be
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APPENDIX A

METHOD FOR THE DETERMINATION OF MECHANICAL

STRENGTH
A1 SCOPE. This Appendix sets out the method for determining the mechanical
strength of eye protectors for motor cyclists and racing car drivers.
A2 PRINCIPLE. A projectile is directed at a predetermined speed against an eye
protector to determine impact strength.
A3 APPARATUS. The following apparatus is required:
(a) Support. A support or stand constructed of rigid material and conforming to the
dimensions and contours of the medium-sized standard anatomical head is
required. For visors attached to, or integral with a helmet, the support used to test
the helmet in accordance with AS 1698 shall be used.
(b) Propulsion equipment. Equipment capable of imparting a velocity of 50 + 2,
1 m/s to a 6 + 0.5, 0 mm diameter steel ball.
The propulsion equipment consists essentially of a smooth barrel or tube of
sufficient length to ensure reasonable constant exit velocity of the steel ball, a
breech or loading mechanism to position the steel ball at a fixed position from the
barrel or tube end, and a spring or compressed air supply to provide the means of
propulsion.
The end of the barrel or tube should be protected from shots which may ricochet.
The area around the test specimen, support and barrel or tube should be fully
enclosed.
NOTE: Length of tube or barrel. The length of tube or smooth barrel requir ed is a function of the
characteri stics of the air supply or spri ng used for propulsion and the fit of the ball in the tube. It
foll ows, therefore, that each individual apparatus may have diff erent characteristi cs and it is not
possible to define precise requir ements for the length of barrel and fit of ball in the bore.

(c) Timing equipment. Equipment recording in units of 10 s and calibrated to

measure a velocity of 50 m/s to an accuracy of 1.0 percent to determine the exit
velocity of the ball.
The recording of velocities should be made as close as practicable to, but not
further than 250 mm from, the point of impact.
A4 PROCEDURE. The procedure shall be as follows:
(a) Place the eye protector on the support and position it before the propulsion
equipment so that the surface of the protector at the point of impact is
approximately at right angles to the direction of the impact.
(b) Project a 6 mm diameter steel ball at a velocity of 50 + 2, 1 m/s on to
(i) the datum centres of the lens or lenses; and
(ii) the frame or housing of the eye protector.
A5 REPORTING OF RESULTS. Any failure shall be reported in the following
order:
(a) Lens, frame or housing cracking through its entire thickness and separation into
two or more pieces.
(b) Lens materials of 5 mg detaching from the surface.
(c) Ball passing through the lens, frame or housing.
(d) Lens dislodging.

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APPENDIX B

METHOD FOR THE DETERMINATION OF RESISTANCE

TO CORROSION
B1 SCOPE. This Appendix sets out the method for determining the resistance to
corrosion of metal frames, side shields and other metal components of eye protectors
for motor cyclists and racing car drivers.
B2 PRINCIPLE. Metal parts of eye protectors are immersed in an aqueous solution
of sodium chloride and examined for signs of corrosion.
B3 APPARATUS AND REAGENT. The following apparatus and reagent are
required:
(a) Glass container of sufficient dimensions to hold the metal parts to be immersed.
(b) Heat source.
(c) Aqueous solution of 10 percent (by mass) of technical grade sodium chloride.
B4 PROCEDURE. The procedure shall be as follows:
(a) Clean the surface of the metal parts.
(b) Heat some of the aqueous solution to boiling point.
(c) Immerse the cleaned metal parts in the hot solution for a period of 15 min.
(d) Remove the metal parts from the hot solution and immerse them in the remaining
cold aqueous solution.
(e) Remove the metal parts taking care not to remove the adhering liquid and allow
to dry at room temperature for 24 h.
(f) Rinse the metal parts in lukewarm water, dry and inspect.
B5 REPORTING OF RESULT. Any corrosion shall be reported.
NOTE: Discolorati on occurri ng in the metal part s of eye protectors aft er the above test should not be
taken as being corr osion.

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APPENDIX C

METHOD FOR THE DETERMINATION OF STABILITY AT

ELEVATED AND LOWERED TEMPERATURES
C1 SCOPE. This Appendix sets out the method for determining the stability at
elevated and lowered temperatures of eye protectors for motor cyclists and racing car
drivers.
C2 PRINCIPLE. An eye protector is immersed in air at elevated and lowered
temperatures to determine its stability.
C3 APPARATUS. The following apparatus is required:
(a) Support. A support or stand constructed of rigid material.
(b) Oven. A circulating-air oven having a usable space with volume of not less than
0.25 m 3 , and capable of maintaining a temperature of 60 2C.
(c) Cooling chamber. A cooling chamber having a usable space with volume of not
less than 0.25 m 3 , and capable of maintaining a temperature of 5 2C.
C4 PROCEDURE. The procedure shall be as follows:
(a) With the eye protector mounted on the support, and in the as worn position,
place the complete assembly in the oven for a period of 30 min. The temperature
of the oven throughout this period shall be maintained at 60 2C.
(b) Within 2 min of removal from the oven, test the eye protector for compliance with
the relevant requirement specified in Clause 4.1.
(c) With the eye protector mounted on the support, and in the as worn position,
place the complete assembly in the cooling chamber for a period of 30 min. The
temperature of the chamber throughout this period shall be maintained at 5 2C.
(d) Within 2 min of removal from the chamber, test the eye protector for compliance
with the relevant requirements specified in Clause 4.1.
The maximum time for which the eye protector may be out of the oven or cooling
chamber before any test shall not exceed 5 min. It shall then be returned for a
minimum of 15 min before again being withdrawn. This process shall be continued
until the eye protector has completed all necessary testing.
C5 ORDER OF TESTING. The optical performance test shall be carried out first,
followed by the impact resistance test.
C6 ENVIRONMENTAL TEST CONDITIONS. The tests shall be conducted at
an ambient temperature of 18 C to 25 C. The test equipment shall be allowed to
stabilize before testing is commenced.
C7 REPORTING OF RESULTS. Results shall be reported as follows:
(a) Failure to pass the optical tests.
(b) Failure to pass the impact test.

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