Uniform Helmet [Firefighter]

Object detail

Accession number

2013.473

Description

Black plastic helmet with a thick white reflective tape around the base of the dome of the helmet. 'NEW ZEALAND / FIRE SERVICE ' Sticker badge attached to the front of the helmet. Brown plastic head brace attached to the interior of the helmet. Green material chin strap. ' MSA' Embossed on the underside of the helmet rim.

Brief History

This is an example of the Chieftain style helmet used by fire fighters. This style of helmet was made in the North America from polycarbonate. Polycarbonate helmets replaced heavier helmets made of compressed cork. It is plastic that was first manufactured in Germany during 1956 and used for safety gear, among other applications.

Marks

MSA Embossed
NEW ZEALAND / FIRE SERVICE Sticker

Collection

Textiles Collection

Credit Line

Uniform Helmet [Firefighter], 2013.473. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Helmet Helmet, Firefighter's Personal Artefacts Clothing Headwear

Collection type

Fire and Emergency Services Road Transport Transport

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