Introducing the Portwest Hi Vis Vest. This functional and lightweight high visibility safety waistcoat is an essential part of protective workwear that is suitable for use in any application that requires the wearer to be visible, either on in the workplace or at home. The simple vest design is easy to put on or remove by using a hook and loop fastening and is perfect for wearing over jackets or other clothing for increased visibility. Comfortable and convenient, the hi vis vest has wide reflective bands that highlight the wearer as distinctly as possible, even in low light conditions, whilst the fluorescent colouring allows for excellent visibility in normal light conditions.

The vest is available in the following colours and sizes:

• 141-7767 is a yellow S/M High Vis Vest
• 141-7768 is a yellow L/XLHigh Vis Vest
• 141-7769 is a yellow XXL/XXXLHigh Vis Vest

Features and Benefits:

• High Visibility Vest / Waistcoat Reflective tape across the chest and waist
• Reflective colours – Yellow or Orange
• Hook and loop front closure
• 100% Polyester
• Warp knit 125 g
• Generous fit
• Lightweight
• Comfortable
• Easy movement

Applications:

High visibility workwear is an essential part of personal protection equipment (PPE) and uniform which allows the wearer to be visible in potentially dangerous environments that could cause injury. By wearing a hi vis item of clothing, it ensures that the wearer can be clearly seen, regardless of the environment they are working in. It is one of the simplest ways to make sure the wearer is seen, which can avoid any potential accidents or injury. Commonly, hi vis workwear is fluorescent colour and reflective for visibility in all lighting conditions. Hi vis clothing is often worn by:

• Lorry drivers
• Forklift drivers
• Railway workers
• Roadworkers

To be certified as high visibility, PPE workwear is tested and must conform to EN ISO 20471. This is an essential regulation that must be met by any industries where there is a large majority of high-risk work that takes place near traffic, cranes and other vehicles, in the dark or areas with poor visibility. EN ISO 20471 is divided into three classes and it is important that the correct level of protection or categorisation is worn dependant on the application it is being used for.

Class 1
This is the lowest protection class level available and is often given to items like trousers, T-shirts and hi vis vests.

Class 2

This intermediate class is applied to workwear like hi vis vests, short sleeve T-shorts or polo shirts

Class 3

This class provides the highest level of protection and is applied to PPE workwear that generally provides complete coverage like bomber or parka jackets and long-sleeved T-shirts or polo shirts

What are the advantages of hi vis vests over other visibility solutions?

High visibility clothing often includes jackets, bibs, and even trousers but hi vis vests, sometimes known as hi vis waistcoats, are highly regarded for their suitability for covering other workwear, be it a business suit or overalls. As they are lightweight and sleeveless, they are simple to take on and off as needed, and so are a convenient and simple solution to high visibility PPE.

How do I clean my hi vis vest?

To clean your high visibility vest, a 40° wash is recommended and left to be air-dried. Tumble drying, ironing, dry cleaning or bleaching is not recommended.

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CE, AS/NZS 4602.1:2011 Class D/N, EN ISO 20471 Class 2