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5.5. Helmet users must understand that helmets are deliberately constructed so that the energy of a severe blow will be absorbed by the helmet and thereby partially destroy it. The damage may not be readily apparent; it is essential therefore that any helmet receiving a blow in an accident is either replaced or returned to the manufacturer for competent inspection – this of necessity must be the responsibility of the helmet user who will have been aware of the circumstances under which the helmet was struck.

5.6. It is not possible nor indeed reasonable to expect the Scrutineer in every case to observe significant damage.

5.7. Where there is any doubt about the helmet’ s fitness for its intended purpose then the Chief Scrutineer is empowered to remove the ASN Approval Sticker and impound the helmet for the duration of the Event.

5.8. Competitors must proceed on the basis that once a helmet has served its purpose it is necessary to replace it. It is the Competitor who must ensure that the helmet used is fully fit for its purpose.

5.9. The Competitor should recognise that an accident may be survived but head injuries still result having knowingly used a previously damaged helmet and that insurance may be invalidated.

6. Impounding of helmets

6.1. The ASN may depict and publish images of the impounded helmet without identifying the Competitor by name for the purposed of safety education and / or training. By applying for and holding an ASN Competition Licence and Entering and Signing On at an ASN Permitted Event the Competitor acknowledges and accepts these rights of the ASN as necessary for the drive to improve safety standards in global motor sport.

Motorsport UK National Competition Rules 2026 Edition 1

Chapter 9- Competitor Personal Safety Equipment 346