Simple terms explainer

Councils must ensure that motorcycle helmets sold to consumers comply with legal safety requirements. This includes checking that helmets meet the required safety standards, carry the appropriate approval markings and labels, and are supplied with any required information for users. Councils can inspect products, investigate complaints, remove non-compliant helmets from sale, and take enforcement action where necessary.

Legal status

Statutory


Duty category

Trading Standards


Duty type

Compliance


Social determinant of health

Health and Social Care

Associated data returns



National bodies with shared interest

Society of Chief Officers of Trading Standards in Scotland (SCOTSS)

Other information