Want to learn more about Safety Vest Classifications?? Read on?

We all know how vital safety is, so DeECO is proud to offer top-quality safety gear for working professionals! DeECO provides a full spectrum of safety vests certified by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) that meet the different standards required for different jobs. An ANSI safety vest can have one of three classifications. ANSI safety classifications are necessary to help workers and safety personnel choose a proper vest for the job based on their working environment.

1. ANSI SAFETY VEST CLASS 1: Class one vests are for workers whose job puts them at the lowest risk level. These would be jobs areas where traffic is traveling at or below 25 MPH, and the work is taking place at a safe distance from a roadway.  Example: Sidewalk repair in a small residential neighborhood. 
2. ANSI SAFETY VEST CLASS 2: Class two vests are for work environments that pose a higher risk. This risk can include workers on a roadway where traffic is traveling at or below 50 MPH. These vests are more substantial than the class one counterparts because they require more high visibility and reflective areas to be present. A Class 2 vest must have at least 775″ of safety yellow or orange background material and 201 square inches of reflective striping.  Example: Survey Crews, Airport Baggage Handlers, and School Crossing Guards. 
3. ANSI SAFETY VEST CLASS 3: Class 3 vests are for people working in the most dangerous environments where visibility is the highest priority, including roadways, where traffic is traveling over 50 MPH. Class 3 is the largest of the ANSI vests because it requires the most background fabric and reflective striping. A Class 3 vest requires a whopping 1,240″ of safety yellow or safety orange background and 310 square inches of reflective striping. It often comes in a short sleeve t-shirt more than a traditional vest.   Example: Emergency Personnel or Tow Truck Operators working in blizzard or hurricane conditions where visibility is minimal. 

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Referenced from ANSI/ISEA 107-2015