Petzl Vertex Vent safety helmet, orange

Petzl Vertex Vent is an ergonomic ventilated safety helmet for work use. This updated model, featuring a new structure and accessory compatibility, has been available since 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 physically demanding jobs where heat can build up. The ventilation openings on the sides 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 fitted with the new Petzl Vizir eye shield, Protector visor cover, Vizen full-face shield, or Vizen Mesh mesh visor using the included EasyClip quick-attachment pins, which replace the black side inserts on the helmet. All Bollé Safety welding shields can likewise be attached using optional adapters. Removal is tool-free and done simply by pressing the buttons. Side slots for hearing protection are included. Compatible with the most common helmet-mounted hearing protectors (including Sordin). Identical mounting slots on the front and rear allow attachment of, for example, a headlamp quick-mount plate or ID holder. Integrated side clips allow headlamp attachment with a headband. Rear attachment points are provided for a neck protector.

The chinstrap features a Dual selector: the user can choose the EN12492 setting for use in fall-risk conditions (chinstrap remains fastened under a 50 daN(kg) pull), or the EN397 setting for use on level ground (chinstrap 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 external adjustment wheels on the sides are easy to use even while wearing gloves. The Flip&Fit inner system folds inside the helmet for protection during transport and is easy to deploy. The helmet has no brim that could hinder work, strain the neck, or restrict the field of vision, and no reinforcing gutter that could snag on structures. Vertex helmets offer good compatibility with other protective equipment. A recommended choice for use with, for example, 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 to 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 single falling object (5 kg from a height of 1 m)
• 5.1.2. Penetration resistance against a single object penetrating 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: remains fastened under a 15 daN pull and releases no later than at a 25 daN pull (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. Lateral deformation protection (LD)
• 5.2.5. Molten metal splash protection (MM)

Mandatory requirements of EN12492:

• 5.7.3 High force required to open the chinstrap so the helmet does not come off in a fall due to impact to the head (when the Dual selector is in the >50 kg position)
• 4.1.4 Effective ventilation (sufficient total opening area)
• 4.2.1.1 Shock absorption from falling objects from 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 the helmet upward from the rim at 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 shields, e.g. Flash+ (A017AA00) ID card holder (A018AA00) High-visibility yellow neck protector (A019AA00) High-visibility orange neck protector (A019AA01) Helmet protective shell cover (A012AA00) Standard chinstrap assembly (A010FA00) Extra-long chinstrap assembly (A010FA02) Reflective stickers for maximum visibility (A010MA00) Transparent stickers for helmet identification (A10100) Replacement forehead band with padding, standard model (A010HA00) Replacement forehead band with padding, washable sweatband model (A010JA00) Replacement padding, standard model (A010KA00) Replacement sweatband padding (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 opened 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 opened 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)

Government Decree (205/2009) on safety in construction work, 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 suitable for the work and working conditions must be used in construction work. The employer must provide 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 incompatible models by their attachment screws, whereas compatible new models have tool-free EasyClip quick-attachment points.