How to Choose the Right High Visibility Clothing for Your Industry

Safety Clothes are Important You and the clothes you wear become important safety factors when you work. This is particularly if you’re in need of being visible. If you're a construction worker, crossing guard, or road worker, bright high visibility clothing is the key to being safe.

Knowing Your Job’s Safety Rules

Before purchasing high visibility apparel, you first need to become aware of the safety standards for your particular place of employment. One job has different rules about what kind of clothes you have to wear. Some construction workers may require fabric that meets strict ANSI requirements, while some road workers might need fabric that is flame-retardant. With these rules under your belt, you’ll make the right clothing choices to stay safe.

Opting for Vivid Colors and Reflective Materials

If you’re buying high visibility clothing, you need to consider the colors and the fabrics they’re made from. The colors are vibrant during the daylight hours (orange, yellow, lime green). Reflective materials allow you to be seen at night or in dark conditions. Seek out clothing with bright colors and reflective materials to remain seen.

Choosing the Correct Size and Fit

It’s also essential to opt for clothing which fits well for your comfort and safety. If something’s bigger than it should be, or smaller than it should be, it’s often uncomfortable and can inhibit motion. When you select high visibility apparel, ensure you select the appropriate size to fit your body. This will help keep you safe and give you more mobility while you work.

Looking for Extra Features

Choose high visibility clothing with additional features to help make your job easier. Locate clothes with pockets for storing tools or personal effects. Also, search for garments that have ventilation so that the heat doesn’t get to you on warm days. Picking clothes with these characteristics could help your work be more bearable.

Taking Care of Your Clothing

Last, but not least, it is very important to take care of your high visibility clothing. 5) Follow your clothes’ washing instructions to keep those babies vibrant and reflective. Inspect your gear often and replace as necessary. Caring for your high-vis clothing will ensure that it keeps you safe on the job.