Charles Owen, more than any company in its field, is progressive in its desire for a safer world. Its design engineers have been involved with helmet standards since 1953. Charles Owen currently represents the UK on the European Standards and is an active member of the American Standards for the Testing of Materials, the major equestrian standard developer in the US. Charles Owen was a founder member of the British Horse Society Accident Database and works with the leading researchers in the field. A major programme of working with top riders in each discipline ensures that their products are not just tested by laboratory dummies. Perhaps the most significant effort is educating both helmet sellers and wearers in maximising the safety of helmets through correct fitting. Production of Charles Owen core products is carried out in their own production facilities.