MSA V-Gard Safety Hard Hat with Staz-On Pinlock Suspension
The MSA V-Gard safety cap combines a polyethylene shell with Staz-On pinlock suspension for construction, manufacturing and industrial maintenance. This configuration uses manual headband adjustment rather than a ratchet knob. Its cap-style brim and accessory slots support everyday workplace use where the hazard assessment calls for Type I, Class E head protection.
MSA V-Gard
S463942
463942; other colors have separate part numbers
Staz-On pinlock
HDPE with UV inhibitor
Slotted cap; Type I, Class E
Hat sizes 6½–8
ANSI/ISEA Z89.1-2014; CAN/CSA Z94.1-2015
Key Features
- Staz-On pinlock headband allows manual size adjustment.
- Polyethylene shell with the recognizable V-Gard crown design.
- Slots accommodate compatible MSA accessories.
- Multiple color options support crew identification.
Common Uses
- Construction and infrastructure maintenance.
- Manufacturing and industrial inspections.
- Plant maintenance and general facility work.
- Utility tasks where the specified helmet classification is appropriate.
Type I and Class E Explained
Type I identifies top-impact protection; it does not establish Type II lateral-impact protection. Class E helmets undergo electrical testing at 20,000 volts under specified conditions. That test value is not a safe working voltage or permission to contact energized equipment. Select the complete PPE system and work procedures for the actual exposure.
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.135 requires appropriate protective helmets for falling-object hazards and electrical protection where exposed conductors could contact the head. OSHA 29 CFR 1926.100 addresses construction head protection. These requirements guide employer selection; they are not OSHA product approvals.
Fit, Replacement and Customization
Adjust the pinlock headband before work. Use only the correct MSA suspension for the shell model and size. Inspect the assembly before and after use, and replace the helmet after an impact or penetration according to MSA’s instructions. Accessories must be compatible with the complete assembly.
ASA lists custom logo printing for orders of 20 or more hard hats. Confirm artwork, colors and delivery requirements before placing a customized order.
Manufacturer Technical Sheet
MSA V-Gard Cap technical specifications (PDF) covers multiple sizes and suspension options. Its pictured ratchet suspension is not the Staz-On configuration sold here. The June 2015 sheet includes an older CSA reference; the standards above follow MSA’s current model 463942 listing. Check the supplied helmet’s markings and instructions.
FAQ
Does this hard hat include a ratchet suspension?
No. This listing supplies Staz-On pinlock suspension, which adjusts manually. Fas-Trac III is a different configuration.
Is 463942 the model number for every color?
No. MSA identifies 463942 as the white Staz-On cap. Other colors have separate manufacturer part numbers.
Can I install a third-party suspension?
Use the correct MSA-approved replacement suspension for the shell and size. An unrelated suspension is not an interchangeable substitute.
