The European Commission has published Implementing Decision (EU) 2026/1279 of 12 June 2026, updating the list of harmonised standards drafted in support of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 on personal protective equipment. A notable addition is EN 397:2025 — the revised standard for industrial safety helmets, which replaces the 2012 edition.
Products manufactured in conformity with the listed harmonised standards benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential health and safety requirements of the PPE Regulation. PPE manufacturers and notified bodies should review the updated list and align technical documentation accordingly during the transition periods.
Source: EUR-Lex — Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2026/1279