Petzl Vertex Vent safety helmet white

Petzl Vertex Vent is an ergonomic vented safety helmet for work use. This updated model, with a new structure and accessory compatibility, has been available since 4/2019. It is designed for versatile use both in environments with a risk of falling and for work on level ground. It is especially well suited for construction work, industrial applications, confined spaces, rescue work, asphalt work, snow removal, and other demanding jobs where heat builds 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 quickly 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-attachment pins, 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 include slots for hearing protection. Compatible with the most common helmet-mounted hearing protectors (including Sordin). Identical front and rear mounting slots can be used for accessories such as a headlamp quick-mount plate or ID card holder. Integrated side clips allow headlamp attachment with a headband. Rear attachment points are provided for a neck protector.

The chin strap features a Dual selector: the user can choose the EN12492 setting for use in environments with a risk of falling (chin strap remains fastened under a 50 daN(kg) pull), or the EN397 setting for work on level ground (chin strap releases under a 25 daN(kg) pull). The 6-point harness keeps the helmet secure 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 internal suspension folds into the helmet for protection during transport and is easy to deploy. The helmet has no protruding brim that could hinder work, strain the neck, or restrict the field of view, and no stiffening gutter that can catch 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 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 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. Chin strap 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 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 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 combined opening area)
• 4.2.1.1 Shock absorption from falling objects from a height greater than 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 Stability test / 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 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 helmet carry bag (BAGWELD) EasyClip quick-attachment adapters for Bollé Safety welding masks, e.g. Flash+ (A017AA00) ID card holder (A018AA00) High-visibility yellow neck protector (A019AA00) High-visibility orange neck protector (A019AA01) Protective shell cover for helmet (A012AA00) Standard chin strap (A010FA00) Extra-long chin strap (A010FA02) Reflective stickers for maximum visibility (A010MA00) Transparent stickers for helmet identification (A10100) Replacement brow pad with cushioning, standard model (A010HA00) Replacement brow pad with cushioning, washable sweatband model (A010JA00) Replacement pad, 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 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 opened 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 opened eye shield, with the battery at the back of the neck (E80004) Fixation Tactikka helmet mounting plate for all small headlamps in the Tikka series (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 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 appropriate to 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 mounting screws, whereas compatible new models have tool-free EasyClip quick-attachment points.