A player loses her helmet, and/or facemask during play. What options does she have?
A6: The player must replace the lost equipment immediately. Rule 304 Protective Equipment. A player must replace the lost equipment before getting further involved in play or must skate directly to the bench. For a violation of this rule, a minor penalty shall be imposed. Also, a player MUST wear her helmet while seated on the bench, in the penalty bench, or near the playing ice surface. The Referee shall give the player an initial warning for a violation of this rule. If the behavior persists and the equipment is not replaced, a 10-minute misconduct shall be issued to that player. If the player momentarily removes her helmet to wipe out the facemask, or adjust a strap, etc.; this is okay. This adjustment must be brief and not prolonged.
