About the standard

Standards, which are basic safety criteria, are provided to participants (racers, drivers, crews, first responders, etc.) in various races. The governing bodies that set these standards create a list of tests that products must undergo to receive a safety mark (length of exposure to flame, pressure on the product or components, resistance to various impacts from different angles, etc.). Manufacturers send multiple samples of each product (by size, options, etc.) to testing laboratories approved by the governing bodies, and if the product meets all the requirements, it is certified. Here is an overview of the most common and strictest standards.

Racing suit standards

FIA 8856-2000 standard

It is forbidden to alter the raw material of the racing suit.
Design elements (stripes, piping, etc.) must be made of aramid fibre (ISO 15025A standard).
Shoulder pads are mandatory. Embroidery is only on the outer layer of the racing suit.
The back of the patch is fire-resistant in accordance with ISO 15025A.
The thread used to attach the patch is fire-resistant in accordance with ISO 15025A.
For maximum protection, it is recommended to wear full aramid underwear.

　　(Long-sleeved turtleneck, long pants, balaclava, socks)

For the full FIA 8856-2000 standard, please visit the FIA website: www.fia.com

TPP test (thermal protection performance)

The fabric is exposed to a standard heat and the amount of heat energy applied to the fabric is measured.

The heat energy can cause second-degree burns to skin that is in contact with the backside of the fabric.
SFI 3.2A Level 5 certified racing suit (close to the performance of an FIA 8856-2000 certified racing suit)

should get TPP result 19.
The TPP required for SFI 3.2A Level 20 standard is 80.
Stand 21 Level 20 Dragster Racing Suit TPP: 5 Layers = 95 6 Layers > 100

Standards and validity period

There is no set deadline for FIA 8856-2000 and SFI 3.2A suits, but SFI 3.2A/15 and 3.2A/20 suits must be recertified by the manufacturer every five years.

Where you're needed

FIA standard

- Most races follow FIA regulations
SFI standard

- Level 20 : Dragster, Funny Car

- Level 15: Speed Records and other Dragster Races

- Level 5: Other races held in North America

Boots and Gloves Standards

FIA & SFI standards

date of expiry

FIA 8856-2000 and SFI 3.3 standard gloves have no expiration date.
The FIA 86 standard is gradually becoming unacceptable in many competitions and racing events.

Where you're needed

FIA: Most races run under the rules of FIA 8856-2000 and some local and regional races (FIA 86).

SFI: Most races held in North America (3.3 20: Type Drag Racing Series).

Helmet Standards

SNELL & FIA Standards

SNELL is an American non-profit organization that has been setting helmet safety standards since 1957. SNELL SA standards are reviewed and updated every five years in line with new medical and technical knowledge (unlike BSI standards, which have remained unchanged since 1985). Known as the most demanding standards in the world, these standards are mandatory for many races.
For more information, please visit the official SNELL website ( http://www.smf.org ).

The FIA 8860 standard is a long-established standard created for Formula One. The FIA standard for helmets has been proven effective in major crashes and is likely to be expanded to more series, both under FIA authority and without. Helmets labeled FIA 8860 have passed SNELL durability tests and even more intense tests. They offer shell construction using raw carbon and highly absorbent liners. All FIA helmets are HANS® certified.

FIA technical list no. 33 (helmet - FIA 8860)
FIA technical list no. 49 (helmet - FIA 8859)
FIA technical list no. 41 (Helmet/FHR - FIA 8858)

Standards and validity period

List of the most well-known certifications

Where you're needed

FIA: Formula 1, GP2, GP3, WTCC, GT, WRC, WEC and other international categories
SNELL: Mainly regional and national races (especially in the US)

detail

www.fia.com (FIA)
www.smf.org (SNELL)
www.stand21.fr

FHR Standards

Standards, which are basic safety criteria, are provided to participants (racers, drivers, crews, first responders, etc.) in various races. The governing bodies that set these standards create a list of tests that products must undergo to receive a safety mark (length of exposure to flame, pressure on the product or components, resistance to various impacts from various angles, etc.). Manufacturers send multiple samples of each product (by size, options, etc.) to a testing laboratory approved by the governing body, and if the product meets all requirements, it is certified. Here is an overview of the most common and strictest standards for FHR systems.

Excerpt from FIA standards

FIA-approved head restraint equipment is mandatory for all drivers and replacement drivers in international races.

Please note! The decision to require the use of an FHR system can be made suddenly, and for safety and comfort reasons, last-minute installation or rapid installation by non-professionals is not recommended. Therefore, always check with the federation that oversees the race.

Standards and validity period

There is currently no end date for the scheme based on the FIA 8858-2010 and FIA 8858-2002 standards.
For more information on the system of adoption of the SFI 38.1 standard, please refer to the manufacturer HDI's website: www.hansdevice.com and the SFI definition.

Where you're needed

FIA Standard: Most races follow FIA regulations
SFI Standard: Most races held in North America

detail

www.fia.com (FIA)
www.smf.org (SNELL)
www.stand21.fr

FIA 8858-2010

FIA 8858-2002

SFI Spec 38.1

FHR and tether, post anchor, and helmet mounting combination

See all FHR/tether/post anchor/helmet mounting combinations according to the FIA 8858-2010 Forward Head Restraint (FHR) standard. To view this matrix, start with the FHR/tether (left side of the matrix) or the helmet/post anchor (right side of the matrix). The arrows indicate that combinations approved for use on the left side can be used in conjunction with combinations approved for use on the right side, and vice versa.