Face Protectors & Hockey Helmets

Face protectors and hockey helmets sold in Canada must meet safety standards set by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA).

To be effective, a face protector must be in good condition and fit properly to the helmet. If available separate from a helmet, a face protector must have all of the hardware and instructions for proper installation.

For a hockey helmet to be effective it must be in good condition, fit properly and have a chin strap. A helmet should not have any cracks, missing padding or missing hardware. There should be no modifications such as drilled holes, added stickers or paint.

Read more about hockey helmets and face protectors below:

• Hazardous Products (Ice Hockey Helmets) Regulations
• Public Health Agency: Contact Injuries in Minor Hockey: A Review of the CHIRPP Database for the 1998/1999 Hockey Season

For more information about the specific safety requirements for hockey helmets and face protectors, consult the Canadian Standards Association’s (CSA) Web site:

• Heads Up Parents: Protect your Favourite Hockey Star with a CSA-Certified Helmet
• A Message to all Hockey Players: Protect Your Eyesight using CSA-certified Visors and Face Protectors