Safety Instructions

WARNING! 

• This instruction manual is to be removed from the helmet only by the end user. Read and obey all instructions.
• Use the correct MSA suspension with the MSA shell. Make sure that the suspension and helmet size are the same (for example, use only standard size suspension with standard size helmet). If the suspension and helmet sizes are different, helmet protection is decreased.
• This helmet supplies limited protection from impact and penetration to the top of the head. This helmet is not specifically designed to protect against front, side, or rear (that is, “lateral”) blows. As an Industrial Protective Type I helmet, this helmet should be effective against small tools, bolts, rivets, and similar hazards. Some conditions can exceed this helmet’s capacity to protect against serious injury or death.
• Do NOT use this helmet to go into areas where there is a risk of severe impact or penetration from dangerous objects.
• Do NOT use this helmet as a vehicular or sports helmet. Do NOT alter or modify this helmet in any way.
• Do NOT apply paint or attach stickers or labels that are not recommended by MSA to the helmet.
• This PPE is for intended use only.

Failure to follow these warnings can result in serious personal injury or death.

MSA V-Gard® H1 safety helmets are available in configurations that comply with ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 for Type I, CSA Z94.1 for Type I, EN 12492:2012, and/or EN 397/A1:2012 when assembled with MSA's Fas-Trac® III Pivot suspension.

MSA V-Gard H1 safety helmets satisfy the requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/425. Refer to the label inside the helmet for the applicable standards and options.

CE Approval - Product Marking

The helmet meets the requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and is certified according to EN 397/A1:2012 and EN 12492:2012, including the following optional requirements (as marked on the shell):

• 440 Vac = Electrical insulation
• -30°C = Very low temperature

= EN 50365:2002 Electrical Class 0 for installations with nominal voltage up to 1000 Vac and 1500 Vdc

«ELECTROSTATIC-INERIS» = For use in explosive atmospheres ATEX dust zones 20, 21, 22

Information to Users EN 50365:2002

The double-triangle symbol specifies that the V-Gard H1 non-vented helmet is electrically insulated. It can be used for installations in live conditions or near live parts with a nominal voltage up to 1000 Vac or 1500 Vdc.

WARNING! 

• ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 and CSA Z94.1 Class E and G, and EN 50365:2002 Class 0 helmets are designed to supply limited protection from electrical shock by preventing the passage of electrical current through the user's head and body. Do NOT use this helmet alone. Use other insulating protective equipment that is applicable to the risk related to the activity. Make sure that the nominal voltage that will occur during helmet use is not more than the electrical limits of the helmet.
• ANSl/ISEA Z89.1 and CSA Z94.1 Class C helmets do not supply electrical protection.
• The following conditions for safe use must be observed for Electrostatic-INERIS helmets:
○ To make sure of the good flow of the electrostatic charges, it is imperative that the electric continuity is assured between the helmet and the earth by a contact with the skin.
○ The Personal Protection Equipment must be used with a conductive ground or a dissipator of electrostatic charges and shoes with a resistance lower than 1.108 ohms.
○ The operator must use a complete "antistatic" PPE adapted for use in ATEX zone (type jacket and pants).

Failure to follow these warnings can result in serious personal injury or death.

V-Gard H1 non-vented helmets are Class E. V-Gard H1 vented helmets are Class C.