HELMET CERTIFICATION DETAILS Helmet Safety Ratings, What Do They Encompass; DOT, ECE And Snell Explained A crash helmet is probably the most important accessory from a passive safety perspective on a two-wheeler. Active safety is equally important, and well-engineered, modern motorcycles with rider aids such as ABS and traction control go a long way in enhancing the safety net for the rider. In the unfortunate case of an accident, however, your safety gear is the only barrier between you and physical harm. In the unfortunate event of a crash, a helmet, covering the all-important part of your body, the head, is the single most important safety equipment protecting the rider. Now, to ensure that the helmets sold in certain countries and continents comply with some minimum quality and safety requirements, there are some technical certifications that these helmets have to carry. As of today, there are three helmet safety standards in the world which are very prevalent. The first one is t