Petzl Vertex Vent safety helmet black

Petzl Vertex Vent is an ergonomic ventilated safety helmet for work use. This updated model features a new structure and accessory compatibility starting from 4/2019. It is designed for versatile applications both in fall-risk environments and for work on level ground. It is especially well suited for construction work, industrial use, confined spaces, rescue work, asphalt work, snow removal, and other demanding jobs where things heat up. The side ventilation openings can be easily closed from the outside, for example in rain or snowfall. Total ventilation opening area with the shutters open: 26.77 cm2.

The helmet can be quickly fitted with the new-style Petzl Vizir eye shield, Protector visor cover, Vizen full-face shield, or Vizen Mesh mesh visor using the EasyClip quick-attachment studs included with those products, which replace the black side pieces 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. Slots on the sides allow attachment of hearing protection. Compatible with the most common helmet-mounted hearing protectors (including Sordin). Identical front and rear mounting slots for, for example, a headlamp quick-mount plate or ID holder. Integrated side clips for attaching a headlamp with a headband. Rear attachment points for a neck protector.

The chin strap features a Dual selector: the user can choose the EN12492 setting for movement in fall-risk environments (the chin strap stays fastened under a 50 daN(kg) pull), or the EN397 setting for use on level ground (the chin strap releases under a 25 daN(kg) pull). The 6-point suspension keeps the helmet securely on the head even in difficult 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 externally adjustable side wheels are easy to use even while wearing gloves. The Flip&Fit inner suspension folds into the helmet for protection during transport and is easy to deploy. The helmet has no brim that would interfere with work, strain the neck, or restrict the field of vision, and no stiffening gutter that can catch on structures. Vertex helmets offer good compatibility with other PPE. A recommended choice for use with, for example, GVS Elipse half-mask respirators and Bollé Safety eye protection.

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

Shell material: ABS. Weight: 485 g. Warranty against material and manufacturing defects: 3 years.

Certification: CE EN12492, EN397. ANSI Z89.1-2014 Type 1 Class C LT. EAC. UIAA.

Tested to protect the head according to the following test methods:
Mandatory requirements of EN397:

• 5.1.1. Shock absorption from impact caused by a falling single 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. Chin strap release: remains closed under a 15 daN pull and releases by 25 daN at the latest (when the Dual selector is in the <25 kg position)

Optional requirements of EN397:

• 5.2.1. Protection at low temperatures (-30 C)
• 5.2.4. Resistance to lateral deformation (LD)
• 5.2.5. Protection against molten metal splash (MM)

Mandatory requirements of EN12492:

• 5.7.3 High force required to open the chin strap so that 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)
• 4.1.4 Effective ventilation (sufficient total combined opening area)
• 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 sharp weight from a height of 1 m, 2x)
• 4.2.3 Strength of the head harness
• 4.2.4 Roll-off test (10 kg falling load pulls upward on the helmet rim from the front and rear)

Accessories and spare parts: Vizir - eye shield with EasyClip quick attachments (A015AA00) Vizir Shadow - tinted eye shield with EasyClip quick attachments (A015BA00) Protector - cover for Vizir and Vizir Shadow (A015CA00) Vizen - full-face shield with EasyClip quick attachments (A014AA00) Vizen Mesh - mesh visor with EasyClip quick attachments (A021AA00) Sordin left/RIGHT FM Pro - radio earmuffs with 01 adapter (10108382) Sordin left/RIGHT Cut Off Pro - level-dependent earmuffs with 01 adapter (10111790) Sordin left/RIGHT Dual Pro - level-dependent radio earmuffs with 01 adapter (10108386) Bollé Safety B-Clean cleaning station (B410) Bollé Safety Anti-Fog Kit anti-fog treatment (B200) Bollé Safety helmet carry bag (BAGWELD) EasyClip quick-attachment adapters for Bollé Safety welding masks, e.g. Flash+ (A017AA00) ID card holder (A018AA00) Hi-viz yellow neck protector (A019AA00) Hi-viz orange neck protector (A019AA01) Protective shell cover for helmet (A012AA00) Standard chin strap assembly (A010FA00) Extra-long chin strap assembly (A010FA02) Reflective stickers for maximum visibility (A010MA00) Transparent stickers for helmet identification (A10100) Replacement brow pad with padding, standard model (A010HA00) Replacement brow pad with padding, washable sweatband model (A010JA00) Replacement padding, standard model (A010KA00) Replacement sweatband pad (A010LA00) Lupine Neo X2SC 900lm - headlamp (i0850-002) Lupine Piko X4 SC 1800lm - headlamp (i4150-102) Pixa ATEX LED lamps: Pixa 1 (E78AHB 2), Pixa 2 (E78BHB 2), Pixa 3 (E78CHB 2), Pixa Z1 (E78DHB 2), Pixa 3R (E78CHR 2) PixAdapt - adhesive helmet mounting plate for attaching Pixa lamps above an open eye shield (E78005) Duo - high-output lamps: Duo S (E80CHR), Duo Z1 ATEX (E80BHR), Duo Z2 ATEX (E80AHB) Pro Adapt - adhesive helmet mounting plate for attaching Duo lamps above an open eye shield, with the battery at the back of the neck (E80004) Fixation Tactikka - helmet mounting plate for all small Tikka series headlamps (E093CA00) BUFF Professional Underhelmet - thin under-helmet cap (S-M: 120234.999.20.00. L-XL: 120234.999.30.00) BUFF Professional CrossTech Balaclava - helmet balaclava for windy conditions (S-M: 108531.00, L-XL: 108532.00) BUFF Professional Polar Balaclava - helmet balaclava for cold conditions (111473.999.10.00)

Finnish Government Decree (205/2009) on construction work safety, Chapter 13 Section 71: A safety helmet must be worn on construction sites. If necessary, the helmet must be equipped with an under-hood. Personal eye protection appropriate to the work and working conditions must be used in construction work. The employer must provide employees with protective eyewear for tasks involving a significant risk of eye injury.

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 4-2019. You can identify the incompatible models by their fastening screws, whereas the compatible new versions have tool-free EasyClip quick-attachment points.