Petzl Vertex Vent safety helmet, red

Petzl Vertex Vent is an ergonomic ventilated safety helmet for work use. This newer model features an updated structure and accessory compatibility as of 4/2019. It is designed for versatile applications both in environments with a risk of falling 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 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 fitted with the new-style Petzl Vizir eye shield, Protector visor cover, Vizen full-face shield, or Vizen Mesh mesh visor using the included EasyClip quick-mount pins, which replace the black side pieces on the helmet. All Bollé Safety welding masks can also be attached using optional adapters. Removal is tool-free, simply by pressing the buttons. Side slots for hearing protection. Compatible with the most common helmet-mounted hearing protectors (including Sordin). Identical attachment slots at the front and rear for accessories such as a quick-mount plate for a headlamp or an ID holder. Integrated side clips for securing a headlamp with a headband. Rear attachment points for a neck protector.

The chinstrap features a Dual selector: the user can choose the EN12492 setting for movement in environments with a fall hazard (chinstrap remains fastened under a 50 daN(kg) pull), or the EN397 setting for work on level ground (chinstrap releases under a 25 daN(kg) pull). The 6-point harness 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 exceptionally well. The two externally adjustable side wheels are easy to use even while wearing gloves. The Flip&Fit internal suspension folds inside the helmet for protection during transport and is easy to deploy when needed. The helmet has no brim that would interfere with work, strain the neck, or limit the field of vision, and no reinforcing gutter that could snag 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, resulting in 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 in accordance with the following test methods:
Mandatory requirements of the EN397 standard:

• 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. Chinstrap release: 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)
• 5.2.4. Lateral deformation protection (LD)
• 5.2.5. Protection against molten metal splash (MM)

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 on 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 mass pulls the helmet upward from the rim at the front and rear)

Accessories and spare parts: Vizir eye shield with EasyClip quick fasteners (A015AA00) Vizir Shadow tinted eye shield with EasyClip quick fasteners (A015BA00) Protector cover for Vizir and Vizir Shadow (A015CA00) Vizen full-face shield with EasyClip quick fasteners (A014AA00) Vizen Mesh mesh visor with EasyClip quick fasteners (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 transport bag for helmet (BAGWELD) EasyClip quick-mount adapters for Bollé Safety welding masks, e.g. Flash+ (A017AA00) ID holder (A018AA00) High-visibility yellow neck protector (A019AA00) High-visibility orange neck protector (A019AA01) Protective shell cover for helmet (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 lights: 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 lights above an open eye shield (E78005) Duo high-output lights: Duo S (E80CHR), Duo Z1 ATEX (E80BHR), Duo Z2 ATEX (E80AHB) Pro Adapt adhesive helmet mounting plate for attaching Duo lights above an open eye shield, with the battery positioned at the back of the head (E80004) Fixation Tactikka helmet mounting plate for all small Tikka series headlamps (E093CA00) BUFF Professional Underhelmet thin under-helmet headwear (S-M: 120234.999.20.00. L-XL: 120234.999.30.00) BUFF Professional CrossTech Balaclava helmet hood for windy conditions (S-M: 108531.00, L-XL: 108532.00) BUFF Professional Polar Balaclava helmet hood 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 suitable for the work and working conditions must be used in construction work. The employer must provide employees with protective eyewear for tasks where there is 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 fastening screws, whereas the compatible new models have tool-free EasyClip quick-attachment points.