Petzl Vertex safety helmet, green

Petzl Vertex is an ergonomic closed-shell safety helmet for work use. This is the new model in terms of structure and accessory compatibility, available from 04/2019 onward. It is designed for versatile applications, both in fall-risk environments and for work on level ground. Recommended, for example, for industrial use as well as the electrical and energy sectors. The helmet allows quick attachment of the new Petzl Vizir eye shield, Protector visor cover, Vizen full-face shield, or Vizen Mesh mesh visor using the included EasyClip quick-attachment studs, which replace the black side inserts on the helmet. All Bollé Safety welding masks can likewise be attached using optional adapters. Removal is tool-free and done simply by pressing the buttons.

The sides feature attachment slots for hearing protection. Compatible with the most common helmet-mounted hearing protectors, including Sordin. Identical front and rear mounting slots allow attachment of accessories such as a quick-mount plate for a headlamp or an ID card holder. Integrated side clips allow a headlamp to be secured with a headband. Rear attachment points are provided for a neck protector.

The chinstrap features a Dual selector: the user can choose an EN12492-compliant setting for work in fall-risk environments, where the chinstrap stays fastened under a 50 daN pull, or an EN397-compliant setting for work on level ground, where the chinstrap releases under a 25 daN pull. The 6-point suspension keeps the helmet securely in place even in demanding working positions and provides excellent comfort. Thanks to the CenterFit adjustment system (53–63 cm), the helmet is always properly centered and fits extremely well. The two external side adjustment wheels are easy to use even while wearing gloves. The Flip&Fit internal system folds into the helmet for protection during transport and is easy to fold back out. The helmet has no brim that could interfere with work, strain the neck, or limit the field of vision, and no stiffening gutter that could catch on structures.

Vertex helmets offer good compatibility with other protective equipment. Recommended, for example, for use with GVS Elipse half-mask respirators and Bollé Safety eye protection.

Maximum service life is 10 years, which results in over 77% less environmental waste compared with a standard helmet.

Shell material: ABS. Weight: 490 g.

3-year warranty against material and manufacturing defects.

Certification: CE EN397, EN50365. ANSI/ISEA Z89.1-2014 Type 1 Class E LT. EAC.

NOTE! This new Vertex Vent is not compatible with Vizir and Vizir Shadow eye shields or Vizen full-face shields designed for helmets manufactured before 04/2019. You can identify incompatible models by their mounting screws, whereas compatible new models use tool-free EasyClip quick-attachment points. For information: thanks to the Dual selector, Vertex has replaced the earlier Vertex Best and Vertex ST models that were discontinued from the range as of 04/2019. Tested to protect the head according to the following test methods:
Mandatory requirements of the EN397 standard:

• 5.1.1. Shock absorption from impact by a single falling object (5 kg from a height of 1 m)
• 5.1.2. Resistance to penetration by a single object into the helmet (3 kg, 60-degree sharp steel cone from a height of 1 m)
• 5.1.3. Flame resistance
• 5.1.4. Chinstrap release performance: remains fastened under a 15 daN pull and releases no later than under a 25 daN pull (when the Dual selector is in the <25 kg position)

Optional requirements of the EN397 standard:

• 5.2.1. Protection at low temperatures (-30 C)
• 5.2.3. Protection against electric shock
• 5.2.4. Protection against lateral compression (LD)
• 5.2.5. Protection against molten metal splash (MM)

Mandatory requirements of the EN50365 standard:

• Suitable for live working in accordance with EN 50365 Class 0 (1000 V A.C, 1500 V D.C). Additional information: also tested in accordance with ANSI Z89.1-2014 Type I Class E up to 20,000 V.

Mandatory requirements of the EN12492 standard:

• 5.7.3 High force required to open the chinstrap so the helmet does not come off due to impact to the head in a fall situation (when the Dual selector is in the >50 kg position)
• 4.2.1.1 Shock absorption from falling objects from heights over one meter (5 kg from a height of 2 m)
• 4.2.1.2 Front impact protection
• 4.2.1.3 Side impact protection
• 4.2.1.4 Rear impact protection
• 4.2.2 Resistance to penetration by multiple objects into the helmet (3 kg pointed weight from a height of 1 m, 2x)
• 4.2.3 Strength of the head harness
• 4.2.4 Tilt test (10 kg falling load pulls upward on the helmet rim from the front and rear)