SCCA Steel Cities Region Time Trials Round 1

Important Safety Reminders for 2011

Remember to check the certification dates of your safety equipment before heading out to the track.

Helmets:

As of January 2011, all helmets must be certified Snell 2000 or later. Snell M helmets (Snell M2000, M2005, or M2010) are acceptable for time trials. Competition racers must use helmets with a Snell SA rating (Snell SA2000, SA2005, or SA2010).

Snell 2000 helmets will continue to be accepted until the end of the 2011 season. Please keep in mind that after January 1st, 2012, all drivers will be required to use a Snell 2005 or 2010 helmet.

Safety Harness and Belts:

Time Trialers -- Three-point harness with metal to metal mounting required as a minimum. OEM seatbelts or equivalent are acceptable, but must be in good working condition. A PROPERLY INSTALLED four, five, six, or seven-point racing harness is acceptable, but not required. All aftermarket harnesses Must have a current DOT, SFI or FIA tag. Only separate shoulder mounts are permitted. The "Y" type shoulder straps are not allowed. "H" type configuration is permitted. Aftermarket harnesses are acceptable ONLY if properly installed. If there is any doubt, please bring your OEM three-point belts and hardware to the event. Belts must be in good working condition, not frayed, stretched or weathered. All harnesses MUST be installed in accordance with SCCA race regulations and manufacturer's requirements. There will be NO exceptions to this rule.