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how to wear a helmet correctly

How to Wear a Helmet Correctly

Choose the Right Helmet

Title: Choose the Right Certified Helmet for the Activity

Choose a helmet that matches your head shape (round vs. oval)

Title: Size and Positioning — How to Wear a Helmet Correctly

Title: Measure Your Head for the Right Helmet Size

Title: Position the Helmet Level and Low on Your Forehead

Adjust the Fit

How to Adjust the Internal Fit for a Snug, Safe Helmet

How the Side Straps Should Fit

Proper Chin-strap Fit

Title: Check Retention and Coverage

Title: Check the Fit by Opening Your Mouth

Proper Fit Check: Minimal Movement Only

Maintenance and Replacement

Replace Your Helmet After Any Significant Impact

Proper care and timely replacement

Title: Why These Helmet Fit Steps Matter — Examples

Why Certification Must Match the Activity

Why Certification and Fit Matter

Fit to Head Shape and Correct Size

Why head shape matters when choosing a helmet

Why Level Positioning Matters (1–2 Finger-Widths Above the Eyebrows)

Why helmet position matters

Title: Snug internal fit system — why it matters

Why a Snug, Properly Adjusted Helmet Protects You

Correct side-strap “V” and chin-strap tension

Why Proper Strap Fit Matters

Retention and Pull Tests — Why They Matter

Why the “Open Your Mouth” Check Matters

Why Replace a Helmet After an Impact or Service Life

Why Replace a Helmet After a Crash

Why Certification and Fit Matter

Why Head Shape Matters When Choosing a Helmet

Why Proper Helmet Positioning Matters

Why Proper Fit Matters

Why Proper Strap and Chin Adjustment Matters

Why the "Open Your Mouth" Test Matters

Title: Why Replace a Helmet After a Crash