Vented Hard Hats

IMPORTANT: All vented hard hats are Class C — NO electrical protection. Do not use in electrical hazard environments.

Vented hard hats improve airflow for workers in hot outdoor environments where electrical hazard exposure is absent. Ventilation slots in the shell allow air circulation but compromise the shell's electrical insulation — all vented hard hats are ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 Class C. All products in this collection are verified ANSI Z89.1 certified. See the hard hat selection guide for guidance on when vented vs non-vented is appropriate.

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Vented vs Non-Vented: Key Differences

Feature	Vented Hard Hat	Non-Vented Hard Hat
ANSI Class	Class C (no electrical protection)	Class E, G, or C available
Electrical protection	None	Up to 20,000V (Class E)
Airflow	Significantly better	Standard (no vents)
Rain protection	Vents allow rain ingress	Full brim: 360° coverage
Use case	Outdoor, non-electrical environments	All environments including electrical

Not sure? If there is any electrical hazard exposure on your site, choose a non-vented Class E hard hat. Cap style vs full brim comparison →

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are vented hard hats safe for electrical work?

No. Vented hard hats are Class C (Conductive) only — the ventilation slots break the electrical insulation of the shell. They provide ZERO electrical protection. For electrical work, always use a non-vented Class E hard hat. See best hard hats for electrical work.

What is the ANSI Class of a vented hard hat?

All vented hard hats are Class C per ANSI/ISEA Z89.1. Class C (Conductive) means no electrical protection is provided. This applies to all brands and configurations — vented shells cannot be Class E or Class G.

When should I use a vented hard hat?

Use vented hard hats only in environments without electrical hazard exposure where worker heat stress is a concern — outdoor landscaping, site grading (non-electrical), and civil work. For electrical environments, use a non-vented Class E hard hat with a cooling sweatband or liner.

Do vented hard hats provide the same impact protection as non-vented?

Yes — vented hard hats meet the same ANSI Z89.1 Type I or Type II impact test requirements as non-vented versions. The only difference is electrical protection (Class C vs Class E/G). Impact and compression protection are equivalent.

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3M H-810V Navy Full Brim Vented Hard Hat ANSI Z89.1

$159.99 - $159.99

$159.99

$159.99 - $159.99

$159.99

The 3M H-810V Navy Blue Full Brim Vented Hard Hat provides ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 Type I certified head protection with full 360-degree brim and ventilate...

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Ergodyne 8966-WH — Ergodyne Skullerz 8966 Vented Cap-Style Hard Hat

$21.49 - $35.58

$21.49

The Bullard S62 is a vented cap-style HDPE hard hat designed for thermally demanding environments where increased airflow reduces heat accumulation...

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Milwaukee 48-73-1213 — Milwaukee Full Brim Vented Hard Hat Class C Black

Milwaukee Full Brim Vented Hard Hat, 4-Point Ratchet, Class C

Milwaukee

$39.87 - $39.87

$39.87

$39.87 - $39.87

$39.87

The Milwaukee Electric Full Brim Vented Hard Hat is a Class C, ANSI-rated head protection platform in a four-point ratchet configuration with vente...

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Milwaukee Bolt Full Brim Vented Safety Helmet, Type 2 Class C

Milwaukee

$154.99 - $159.99

$154.99

The Milwaukee Bolt Full Brim Vented Safety Helmet is a Type 2, Class C certified head protection system built to ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 and CSA Z94.1 stan...

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Milwaukee BOLT White Vented Safety Helmet, Type 2 Class C (48-73-1300)

Milwaukee

$109.00 - $109.00

$109.00

$109.00 - $109.00

$109.00

EDITORIAL REVIEW: 4.5/5 WC Safety Review — the Milwaukee BOLT white vented safety helmet Editorial assessment by Steven Eaton, WC Safety editor...

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Milwaukee 48-73-1330 BOLT black vented safety helmet ratchet suspension

Milwaukee BOLT Black Vented Safety Helmet, Type 2 Class C (48-73-1330)

Milwaukee

$118.73 - $118.73

$118.73

$118.73 - $118.73

$118.73

EDITORIAL REVIEW: 4.5/5 WC Safety Review — the Milwaukee BOLT black vented safety helmet Editorial assessment by Steven Eaton, WC Safety editor...

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Milwaukee BOLT Front Brim Vented Safety Helmet — Type II, Class C, Red (48-73-1328)

Milwaukee

$106.48 - $106.48

$106.48

$106.48 - $106.48

$106.48

EDITORIAL REVIEW: 4.7/5 WC Safety Review — the Milwaukee BOLT Front Brim Vented Safety Helmet Editorial assessment by Steven Eaton, WC Safety e...

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STUDSON SHK-1 Vented Safety Helmet, Type 2

STUDSON

$130.00 - $130.00

$130.00

$130.00 - $130.00

$130.00

The STUDSON SHK-1 Vented Safety Helmet is a Type 2 head protection platform from STUDSON with integrated ventilation, a modular full brim, Fidlock ...

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KASK Zenith X-Air Hi-Viz Safety Helmet — Vented, Type I Class C (WHE00085)

KASK

$153.99 - $153.99

$153.99

$153.99 - $153.99

$153.99

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KASK SuperPlasma HD Hi-Viz safety helmet

KASK

$135.18 - $139.95

$135.18

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3M SecureFit X5001V ANSI White Vented Safety Helmet 6-Point Class G

$87.66 - $87.66

$87.66

$87.66 - $87.66

$87.66

The 3M SecureFit X5001VANSI White Vented Safety Helmet provides ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 Type I certified head protection with 6-point pressure diffusion se...

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3M SecureFit X5012VX-ANSI vented safety helmet side vents detail

3M SecureFit X5012VX-ANSI black vented Scotchlite safety helmet, ANSI Type 1 Class C brimless

3M SecureFit X5012VX-ANSI Safety Helmet — Black Vented, Scotchlite, Type 1 Class C

$142.35 - $142.35

$142.35

$142.35 - $142.35

$142.35

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Klein Tools 60105 — Klein Tools 60113RL Hard Hat Hard Hat w/Rechargeable Light

Klein Tools 60105 Hard Hat — Vented Cap Style, ANSI Type 1 Class C, White

Klein Tools

$44.99 - $63.01

$44.99

Editor's take: The Klein Tools 60105 Hard Hat is a comfortable vented cap-style lid: ANSI Type 1 top-impact, a one-handed ratchet, and...

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Vented Hard Hats

Vented vs Non-Vented: Key Differences

Frequently Asked Questions

Are vented hard hats safe for electrical work?

What is the ANSI Class of a vented hard hat?

When should I use a vented hard hat?

Do vented hard hats provide the same impact protection as non-vented?

3M H-810V Navy Full Brim Vented Hard Hat ANSI Z89.1

Ergodyne Skullerz 8966 Vented Cap-Style Hard Hat — Type 1 Class C, 6-Point

Ergodyne Skullerz 8968 Vented Full Brim Hard Hat — Type 1 Class C, Washable Sweatband

Ergodyne 8973 Skullerz Premium Vented Full Brim Hard Hat — Class C

Ergodyne Skullerz 8972 Vented Cap-Style Hard Hat — Type 1, Class C, 4-Point Ratchet

Ergodyne 8975 Skullerz Vented Safety Helmet — Type 1 Class C

Ergodyne Skullerz 8977 Type 2 Vented Safety Helmet — Class C, Adjustable Venting (8977-WH)

Bullard S62 Vented Cap Style Hard Hat, HDPE, Class C, Made in USA

Milwaukee Full Brim Vented Hard Hat, 4-Point Ratchet, Class C

Milwaukee Bolt Full Brim Vented Safety Helmet, Type 2 Class C

Milwaukee BOLT White Vented Safety Helmet, Type 2 Class C (48-73-1300)

Milwaukee BOLT Black Vented Safety Helmet, Type 2 Class C (48-73-1330)

Milwaukee BOLT Front Brim Vented Safety Helmet — Type II, Class C, Red (48-73-1328)

STUDSON SHK-1 Vented Safety Helmet, Type 2

DEWALT DPG22V Vented Safety Helmet — Type II Class C, 4-Point Chin Strap

KASK Zenith X-Air Hi-Viz Safety Helmet — Vented, Type I Class C (WHE00085)

KASK SuperPlasma HD Hi-Viz safety helmet

3M SecureFit Full Brim Hard Hat with Uvicator — Type II, Class E (H-800 Series)

3M SecureFit X5001V ANSI White Vented Safety Helmet 6-Point Class G

3M SecureFit X5012VX-ANSI Safety Helmet — Black Vented, Scotchlite, Type 1 Class C

Klein Tools 60105 Hard Hat — Vented Cap Style, ANSI Type 1 Class C, White

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