The Importance of High

 Visibility Clothing in the

Workplace

High-visibility clothing reduces the risk of accidents and improves safety overall. Those who work in an industry in which they are in close contact with traffic are far more likely to be involved in an accident while they are on the job than those who work indoors.

The primary reason why hi-vis is important is to alert others of your presence in a safe manner. The Image to the right demonstrates the use of this perfectly.

Light sources such as touches or head lights of a vehicle reflect off the Hi-Vis clothing that allows on comers to be aware of their presence. You can see the difference on all the examples on the right from 25meters to 5 meters the individual on the right cannot be seen.

Who Wears Hi-Vis CLothing

Hi-Vis clothing is used amongst a wide range of industries. The highly visible clothing was originally used by road and rail workers. However, this quickly moved into the other industries such as construction, automotive, emergency services, security and warehouse staff for their high statistics of various safety benefits. Other individuals are using different types of hi-vis clothing such as Joggers, cyclers, hikers, swimmers and other sportsmen and woman

In the Workwear setting, Hi-Vis has a numerous advantages. 

1.     Hi-Vis Clothing Prevents Road Accidents

2.     Hi-Vis Clothing Makes Overnight Work Possible

3.     Hi-Vis Clothing isn’t distracting during daylight

4.     Hi-Vis Clothing allows for work in winter and has weathers

5.     Hi-Vis Clothing is easy to wear and change

6.     Hi-Vis Clothing is cheap yet effective

7.     Hi-Vis Clothing is great for Printing

Hi-Vis isn’t just for humas, the positive safety impacts hi-vis clothing has had over the recent decade has allowed manufacturers sell vast amounts of hi-vis clothing for animals, such as dogs and horses. When a horse is wearing hi-vis clothing is can allow an oncoming driver an extra 3 seconds to react and acknowledge their presents. 

Yoko Hi-Vis Two Band and Braces Waistcoat

Sizes: S - 5XL
Material: 100% recycled polyester

• Tear release front closure.
  
• Bound edges - solid colours have self colour, two tone have contrast.
  
• Two reflective bands around the body and one over each shoulder.
  
• Solid yellow, solid orange, yellow/orange conform to EN ISO 20471: 2013 + A1: 2016 class 2.
  
• Black, lime green, navy, purple, paramedic green, red, raspberry, yellow/royal blue conform to EN ISO 20471: 2013 + A1: 2016 class 1.
  
• All other colours provide enhanced visibility in all kinds of environments.
  

Yoko Two Tone Short Sleeve Polo Shirt

Sizes: S - 6XL Size

Material: 100% polyester.

Weight:130 gsm

• Conforms to EN ISO 20471: 2013 + A1: 2016 class 2.
• RIS-3279-TOM (orange/navy only).
• Aircool breathable and quick drying fabric.
• Flat knit collar and cuffs with contrast tipping.
• Three button placket.
• Contrast shoulder and lower body panels.
• Two reflective bands around the body.
• Side vents with reinforced stitching.
• Tag free.
  

Yoko Hi-Vis Waterproof Overtrousers

Sizes: S - 3XL

Material: 100% waterproof 300D polyester with oxford PU coating.



• Conforms to EN ISO 20471: 2013 + A1: 2016 class 1 (yellow only).
• All colours conform to EN343 class 1.
• Stitched and taped seams.
• Elasticated waistband.
• Two side pockets.
• Two reflective bands around lower legs.
• Open leg ends with stud adjusters.
  

Portwest Hi-Vis Bomber Jacket

Sizes: S - 3XL

Material: PU coated 300D polyester oxford weave.Sizes: S - 6XL Size

• Quilted nylon lining and polyester padding.
• Conforms to EN ISO 20471: 2013 + A1: 2016 class 3, EN343: class 3:1.
• EN+44 20 3971 9914m² K/W, 2, X.
• Waterproof with taped seams.
• Stain resistant finish.
• Concealed adjustable hood.
• Fleece lined collar.
• Full length two way zip with studded storm flap.
• Two reflective bands around the body, sleeves and one over each shoulder.
• Two front pockets.
• Zip security pocket and inner pocket.
• Inner ribbed storm cuffs.
• Part elasticated hem.
• Zip access for decoration.
  

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