The Comox Valley Sports Centre will require all patrons taking part in public skating to use a helmet beginning Sept. 7.
Helmets provide a protective layer for skulls and are designed to create a surface area to absorb the force received during a fall.
Skating is a wonderful activity for everyone to enjoy, but it can be dangerous. Skaters are at high risk for potential head injuries.
“We want to prevent any unnecessary injuries and as a result are making it mandatory for all participants to wear a helmet during all public skating and drop-in hockey sessions, ice lessons and other CVRD events and programming,” said CVRD senior manager of recreation facilities Jennifer Zbinden.
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CSA helmets are strongly recommended. However, the CVRD allows any helmet that is in good condition and fits the wearer properly. For more information on helmet requirements visit www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/helmet
mike.chouinard@comoxvalleyrecord.com
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