The Process | NAERA

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THE PROCESS

Reconditioning

Reconditioning is the inspection, cleaning, sanitizing, repair/restoration of athletic equipment to the original performance standard.

Recertification

Recertification is the reconditioning, testing and proper labeling of athletic equipment that has previously met the NOCSAE Standard and recertification standard.

1.

Helmets and shoulder pads are in bags ready to be reconditioned.

2.

Helmets are put on racks.

3.

Face masks, decals, and all hardware are removed. Internal parts are inspected and removed to be cleaned.

4.

Helmet shells are inspected for defects and tested for cracks. Any helmet found defective is rejected.

5.

Helmets are buffed and or sand blasted.

6.

Helmets are washed.

7.

Helmets are painted.

8.

Helmets components have been washed and dried.

9.

All internal components are inspected and tested with air liners inflated prior to reinstallation.

10.

NOCSAE Drop Test is performed on a representative sample before and after reconditioning.

11.

Face masks are reattached with new hardware.

12.

Recertified helmets have new stickers placed inside and outside meeting NOCSAE standard.

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