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White polyethylene front-brim hard hat with ratchet suspension and side slots

MSA

MSA 10034018 V-Gard 500 Front Brim Hard Hat personal protective equipment

SKU CH-BRE0-MSP6T MPN 10034018

Front-brim polyethylene hard hat with four-point ratchet suspension, side accessory slots, venting, and ANSI Z89.1-2014 plus CSA Z94.1-2015 compliance

  • Main materialPolyethylene
  • ANSI Z89.1-2014 and CSA Z94.1-2015 certified protection
  • Front brim design shields face from sun and rain
  • 4-point ratchet suspension adjusts for secure fit
  • Side slots allow attachment of visors and hearing protection
  • Vented polyethylene shell keeps head cooler during work

V-Gard 500 Front Brim Hard Hat

The MSA V-Gard 500 is a Type 1, Class C hard hat built for workers who need front-brim impact protection on site. Its polyethylene shell meets ANSI Z89.1-2014 and CSA Z94.1-2015 standards for industrial head protection. The four-point ratchet suspension adjusts to fit hat sizes 6-1/2 through 8. Side slots accept compatible accessory attachments for face shields or hearing protection.

Vented Shell and Ratchet Suspension

Ventilation openings in the shell allow air to circulate around the head during extended wear in warm conditions. The ratchet mechanism lets the wearer tighten or loosen the fit with one hand without removing the hat. Polyethylene construction keeps the unit lightweight while maintaining structural rigidity for top-impact resistance. No high-visibility colouring is applied to this white model.

Side Slots for Accessory Mounting

Integrated side slots enable quick attachment of MSA-approved face shields, welding helmets or earmuffs without drilling or adhesives. The slots accept standard slot-mounted accessories used across the V-Gard range. No graphics are printed on the shell, leaving a clean surface for company logos or identification stickers. The hat ships ready to assemble with the suspension pre-installed.

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Price $18.99
Cheaper than about 60% of the 5,612 comparable items (median $24.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSA
Model name10034018
Size & build
Main materialPolyethylene

Questions about this item

How do I install the 4-point ratchet suspension on the V-Gard 500 hard hat?

Press the four suspension keys firmly into the corresponding slots inside the shell until each clicks into place, then turn the ratchet knob to tighten; the step often missed is seating all four keys fully before adjusting the fit.

Which parts of the MSA 10034018 will need replacement over time?

The polyethylene shell should be replaced after any impact or when surface crazing appears, and the 4-point ratchet suspension should be swapped if the ratchet mechanism slips or the webbing frays.

What is the first limitation of the V-Gard 500 under sustained use?

The shell is ANSI Z89.1-2014 Type 1 and CSA Z94.1-2015 Class C, so it protects against top impact only and provides no electrical insulation.

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