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