Hi-Vis Clothing

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Our hi-vis workwear collection is built for safety-critical environments where visibility is non‑negotiable. Whether your crew works roadside, in low light, or in dense vegetation, Gemplers delivers high visibility workwear engineered to ANSI/ISEA standards. From hi-vis vests and jackets to pants, shirts, and accessories. [description-split] Frequently Asked Questions About Hi-Vis Clothing What do ANSI classes mean? The American National Standards Institute (ANSI/ISEA 107) provides standards for specific protection levels for different work environments. Class 1 : Low-risk areas with slow traffic - parking lots, warehouses, etc. Class 2 : Moderate-risk areas or roads where traffic travels over 25 mph. Many jackets and vests are ranked as Class 2. Class 3 : High-risk environments or low-light conditions that require full coverage and reflective properties. Type O, R, and P : The type assigned to the ANSI class categorizes the work environment. O ff-road, R oadside, or P ublic Safety. What makes a piece of clothing "hi-visibility"? To consider a garment, or piece of clothing, hi-vis it must feature fluorescent material that is designed for high visibility during the daytime and reflective material designed for nighttime or low-light conditions. What is Class E hi-visibility? Class E refers to supplemental apparel like hi-vis pants, shorts, bibs, overalls, etc. Items rated as Class E cannot be worn alone for compliance, but if a Class E pair of pants is paired with a Class 2 or 3 top, the entire outfit is considered Class 3. How to I know which fluorescent color to choose for my work environment? The color you should choose for your hi-visibility, typically lime or orange, depends on your work environment. Fluorescent orange is better for environments with heavy green foliage like in forestry and landscaping work. Fluorescent lime is highly effective for roadside work, construction, and operating machinery where the background is often concrete or man-made (light color