HiVis
Why High Visibility Rain Wear?
Providing workers
maximum
visibility while
keeping them dry
in foul weather
situations where
vehicular traffic
poses hazards to
their work.
Bureau of Labor Statistics
• BLS reported in 2004, of the
2,460 transportation related
incidents resulting in
fatalities, 15% were caused
by a worker being struck by
a moving vehicle.
• This statistic rose by a total
of 11% from 2003 to 2004.
You Only Have a Few Seconds
1 R.D. Blomberg, A. Hale, and D.F. Preusser, “Experimental Evaluation of Alternative Conspicuity-Enhancement Techniques for Pedestrians and Bicyclists,” Journal
of Safety Research, Volume 17, pp. 1-12, 1986.
2 “Decision Sight Distance for Highway Design and Traffic Control Requirements,” Report number FHWA-RD-78-78.
ANSI 107-2004
• A voluntary standard that specifies
performance requirements for high-visibility
safety apparel and headwear PPE.
• These performance
requirements include color,
retroreflection, minimum
surface areas, as well as the
suggested configuration of
the materials.
ANSI 107-2004
• A voluntary standard that specifies
performance requirements for high-visibility
safety apparel and headwear PPE.
• These performance
requirements include color,
retroreflection, minimum
surface areas, as well as the
suggested configuration of
the materials.
Three Components of ANSI 1072004 Certification
Background Fabric
Retroreflective Material
(Daytime Conspicuity)
(Night Time Conspicuity)
Garment Design and Labeling
to ensure proper use and
refurbishment of garment
Minimum Areas of Visibility
Performance
Performance
Performance
Performance
Class 1
Class 2
Class 3
Class E
Background Material
217 in2
775 in2 1240 in2 465 in2
78 in2
Retroreflective or
combinedperformance
material w/
background material
155 in2
201 in2
10 in2
CombinedPerformance
Material used w/o
background material
310 in2
108 in2
Level 2 or
Level 1
Level 2 or
Level 1
Level 2 or
Level 1
Level 2 or
Level 1
Minimum
with is 1”
Minimum
with is 1 1/2”
Minimum
with is 2”
Minimum
with is 2”
310 in2
Level 2 or
Level 1
Minimum
with is 2”
From ANSI 107-2005: Table 1. Minimum areas of visible material
Headwear
Level 2 or
Level 1
78 in2
Level 2 or
Level 1
What Performance Class do I fall into?
ANSI 107-2004 Appendix B:
Suggested Performance Class Guidelines
Class 1
Suggested Performance Class:
1 typical, 2 under certain
conditions.
Class 2
Suggested Performance Class:
2 typical, 1 or 3 upon certain
conditions.
Class 3
Suggested Performance Class:
2 or 3 typical based upon certain
conditions.
For Occupational Activities which:
•Permit full and undivided attention to approaching traffic
•Provide ample separation from vehicular traffic
•Permit optimum conspicuity in backgrounds not complex
•Vehicle and equipment speeds not exceeding 25 mph.
For occupational activities where risk levels exceed those in Class1 such as where:
•Greater visibility to inclement weather conditions.
•Complex backgrounds are present.
•Performing task which divert attention away from traffic.
•Close proximity to traffic and vehicle speed exceed those in Class 1.
For Occupational Activities which:
•Exposed to significantly higher speeds and/or reduced sight distances.
•Worker and vehicle operator have high task loads placing worker in
danger; or
•The wearer must be conspicuous through the full range of body motions
at a minimum of 1280 feet, and identifiable as a person.
Examples of pedestrian workers Scenarios
ANSI 107-2004 Appendix B:
Suggested Performance Class Scenarios
Class 1
Suggested Performance Class:
1 typical, 2 under certain
conditions.
Class 2
Suggested Performance Class:
2 typical, 1 or 3 upon certain
conditions.
Class 3
Suggested Performance Class:
2 or 3 typical based upon certain
conditions.
•Worker directing vehicle
operators to parking/service
locations
•Workers retrieving shopping
carts from parking area.
•Roadside “right-of-way” or sidewalk
maintenance workers; and
•Workers exposed to warehouse
equipment traffic hazards.
•Delivery vehicle drivers.
•Roadway Construction
workers
•Utility workers
•Survey Crews
•Railway workers
•Law enforcement personnel
•Forestry Workers
•School crossing guards
•Parking and/or toll gate personnel
•Airport baggage/ground crew
•Emergency response personnel
•Roadway construction
personnel
•Utility workers
•Emergency Response Personnel
•Flagging Crews
•Survey Crews
ANSI 107 Compliance in Rainwear
When wearing a Performance
Class 2 or 3 jacket and a
Performance Class E pant
together the overall classification
for the Ensemble is a Class 3
Therefore, when wearing an
ANSI 107 compliant rain suit,
you will be in a minimum Class 3
suit.
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Class 3
HiVis Rainwear Markets
Transportation
Aviation
Commercial and Charter Air Transportation
Airport Operations
Transit
Railroad (Comercial and Passenger)
Trolley, Subway, and Bus Transit
Trucking
Commercial Trucking
Local Delivery
Courier Services
Towing
Refuse Collection
Postal Service
HiVis Rainwear Markets
Construction – Maintenance Market
Work Zone
Safety
Utilities
Work Zone Equipment
Department of Transportation
Municipal Water, Streets, and Sanitation
Construction
Commercial Bldg. Const. & Demolition
Land Preparation
Vegetations Control
Telecom
Telephone, Cable, Satellite, and Internet
Construction, Repair, and Maintenance
Electric and Gas Construction
Inspection, Repair, and Main. Services
Meter Service
HiVis Rainwear Markets
First Responder Market
Fire Fighting/
Rescue
Homeland
Defense
Structural, Wild lands, Government,
Military
Emergency
Medical
Fire-EMS, Private Ambulance
Law
Enforcement
Federal, State, and Local Government
Agencies
Local, State, and Federal Government
HiVis Product Group
WorkBrite
Envisage
WorkChoice
WorkLite
Envisage HiVis 100 Series
Advance Material Technology
offering unique features.
• Breathable, Waterproof, and Windproof
• Extremely Lightweight
• Durable Polyester Supplex
Envisage HiVis 100 Series
• ANSI 107-2004 Compliant Design
• Taffeta Lining for comfort.
• Two needle full felled construction
with taped seams to be durable and
waterproof.
• Attached Hood that rolls in collar.
• Durable 3M Scotchlite Reflective Trim
• Available in
or
WorkBrite HiVis 40 Series
• Soft and Stretchable Material
• Puncture resistant and wipes down
easily
• Light Chemical Resistance
• Nylon Backing to help wick away
moisture from the body
• ANSI 107-2004 Compliant Design
• RF Welded seams for complete
waterproof durable design
• Durable 3M Scotchlite Reflective Trim
• Available in
WorkBrite
WorkLite HiVis 80 Series
• Lightweight and flexible material even
in cold weather
• Limited Flame Resistance
(ASTM D6413)
• Two needle full felled construction with
taped seams to be durable and
waterproof.
• ANSI 107-2004 Compliant Design
• Detachable hood option
• Non-Conductive
• Durable 3M Scotchlite Reflective Trim
• Available in
or
WorkLite
WorkChoice HiVis 500 Series
•
WorkChoice
PVC Barrier with soft and supple feel.
• Limited Flame Resistance
(ASTM D6413)
• RF Welded seams for a complete
waterproof and durable design
• Light Chemical Resistance
• ANSI 107-2004 Compliant Design
• Durable 3M Scotchlite Reflective Trim
• Economical
• Available in
or
Rainwear Features and Options
• Flexible customizing ability for customer
specialized needs.
• Expanded sizing for longs and talls.
• Jacket and pants sold separate for better
fit.
• Product branding available.
• Digitalized mastered sizing patterns.
• Made in USA
Wear Test Evaluation Program
NASCO offers a 60 day “Wear
Test Program” to make sure
our rainwear meets your
needs.
Contact NASCO for details.
• www.nascoinc.com
• 800-767-4288