MSA V-Gard H2™ Vented Safety Helmet – ANSI Type II, Class C, Ratchet Suspension

The MSA V-Gard H2™ Vented Safety Helmet provides ANSI Type II protection against top and lateral impacts in a lightweight, low-profile design. This vented Class C configuration improves airflow for warmer work environments and features an integrated chinstrap, adjustable ratchet suspension, antimicrobial comfort padding, and built-in headlamp clips. Designed for construction, utilities, manufacturing, oil and gas, confined space, and work-at-height applications, the V-Gard H2 combines modern safety-helmet protection with the familiar accessory compatibility of MSA’s V-Gard platform.

Product Overview

The MSA V-Gard H2 Vented Safety Helmet is designed for workers who need enhanced head protection from both top and side impacts.

Its vented shell promotes airflow to help improve comfort in hot working conditions, while the integrated chinstrap helps keep the helmet securely positioned during slips, trips, falls, and work at height.

The ratchet suspension can be adjusted while wearing gloves, and the sweatband, crown pad, and ratchet pad feature Ionic+® antimicrobial treatment to help control odor-causing bacteria.

The V-Gard H2 is also compatible with a broad range of MSA V-Gard H1 and V-Gard accessories, making it easy to add compatible hearing, face, and lighting protection.

• Key Features
• MSA V-Gard H2™ safety helmet
• ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 Type II
• Class C
• Protects against top and lateral impacts
• Vented shell for improved airflow
• Integrated chinstrap
• Comfortable ratchet suspension
• Adjustable with gloved hands
• Ionic+ antimicrobial treatment
• Integrated headlamp strap clips
• Compatible with many V-Gard H1 and V-Gard accessories
• Standard head size: 6 1/2–8
• Head circumference: 53–63 cm
• Low-profile industrial helmet design
• Available in multiple colors
• Non-Mips configuration

Ideal Applications

• Construction
• Utilities
• Manufacturing
• Oil and gas
• Mining
• Confined space
• Emergency response
• Industrial maintenance
• Working at heights
• General industrial head protection
  

Product Specifications

Manufacturer: MSA Safety
Product Line: V-Gard H2
Product Type: Industrial Safety Helmet
Impact Type: ANSI Type II
Electrical Class: Class C
Standard: ANSI/ISEA Z89.1-2014 (R2019)
Impact Protection: Top and Lateral
Vented: Yes
Mips: No
Suspension: Ratchet
Chinstrap: Integrated
Head Size: 6 1/2–8
Head Circumference: 53–63 cm
Headlamp Clips: Integrated
Antimicrobial Treatment: Ionic+
Accessory Compatible: Yes

Frequently Asked Questions

What does ANSI Type II mean?

Type II head protection is designed to protect against impacts to both the top and sides of the head.

What does Class C mean?

Class C helmets are conductive and do not provide electrical hazard protection. Workers who require electrical protection should select an appropriate Class E or Class G helmet.

Is this helmet vented?

Yes. This configuration includes vents to improve airflow and help reduce heat buildup.

Does it include a chinstrap?

Yes. The V-Gard H2 includes an integrated chinstrap to help keep the helmet securely positioned.

Does this model include Mips?

No. This product is the non-Mips version of the V-Gard H2.

What size does it fit?

The standard size fits approximately 6 1/2–8, or 53–63 cm head circumference.