Okay, I'm off my soapbox now, and we would be provided down to business.
When choosing a helmet the're many things to consider; in this guide we'll cover the basics to get you going.
First, look for a helmet that is planned for being "off-road" ( from time-to-time labeled as "motocross") - a standard motorcycle helmet will provide safety, but it won't provide some of the truly great features of a helmet made specifically for an ATV.
Second, ensure the helmet is comfortable - I know the first thing you think about with helmets is safety; but comfort is right up there. Check these things when comparing comfort levels: make certain there's enough padding, check for a good seal around the ear (not touching the ear), ensure there is a neck roll that cradles the rear of the neck, and ensure the're no straps or fasteners protruding inside the helmet.
Next, and is a large one, ensure that the helmet is DOT or Snell certified. Simple, if the helmet isn't certified - don't bother.
Also, if you are in the store and you have two safety helmets, and you merely can't pick... Go with the one that has the most EPS. EPS is the hard form-type liner inside the helmet that actually absorbs the crash impact. Manufacturers can just put at the minimum, but some go above and beyond, so keep that in mind.
Finally, providing you have a face shield (and why wouldn't you?) make sure it meets the VESC-8 or ANSI Z-87 standards, plus ensure the face shield doesn't distort your view or flop around after you have opened it.
On final note: the materials that safety helmets are made out of deteriorate, so providing you have an old helmet (or one that has been in an accident due to the fact that the are single use items) - get a new one.
For more information on ATV Helmets check out: http://helmets.atv-aftermarket.info/
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