Face Protector Tinting

This is an important notice regarding certification requirements for facial protectors in ice hockey

 

 

To: Hockey Canada Directors Member Presidents/Chairs Life Patrons

Member Executive Directors/CEOs

Hockey Canada Staff: Senior Leadership Team and Member Engagement Date:      January 10, 2025

From:                     Connie Klassen, Director, Injury Prevention & Mental Wellness Hockey Canada

SUBJECT:               Face Protector Tinting

 

This is an important notice regarding certification requirements for facial protectors in ice hockey.

The use of after-market tints or face protectors with tints are not approved by Bauer, CCM or Warrior. These manufacturers have contacted Hockey Canada to indicate that the utilization of these products voids the CSA certification on their equipment.

The Canadian Standards Association (CSA) has also confirmed that these products do not have CSA certification.

As per Hockey Canada Playing Rules – Rule 3.6(b):

While on the ice, including pre-game warm-ups, all players, including goaltenders, will wear a CSA-certified hockey helmet, to which a CSA certified facial protector must be securely attached and not altered in any way. Any alteration to a CSA-certified helmet or facial protector automatically destroys the certification.

Subsequently, the utilization of these tinted products would be a violation of Hockey Canada Playing Rules – Rule 3.6(b).

Regards, Connie Klassen

Director, Injury Prevention & Mental Wellness Hockey Canada

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HC BULLETIN I2501 – Face Protector Tinting – January 2025_EN