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Why High Visibility Rain Wear?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 StatisticsBureau 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 107-2004 Certification
Background Fabric (Daytime Conspicuity)
Retroreflective Material (Night Time Conspicuity)
Garment Design and Labeling to ensure proper use and refurbishment of garment
Minimum Areas of VisibilityPerformance
Class 1Performance
Class 2Performance
Class 3Performance
Class EHeadwear
Background Material 217 in2 775 in2 1240 in2 465 in2 78 in2
Retroreflective or combined-performance material w/ background material
155 in2
Level 2 or Level 1
Minimum with is 1”
201 in2
Level 2 or Level 1
Minimum with is 1 1/2”
310 in2
Level 2 or Level 1
Minimum with is 2”
108 in2
Level 2 or Level 1
Minimum with is 2”
10 in2
Level 2 or Level 1
Combined-Performance Material used w/o background material
310 in2
Level 2 or Level 1
Minimum with is 2”
78 in2
Level 2 or Level 1
From ANSI 107-2005: Table 1. Minimum areas of visible material
What Performance Class do I fall into?
Class 1Suggested Performance Class:
1 typical, 2 under 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.
Class 2Suggested Performance Class:
2 typical, 1 or 3 upon certain conditions.
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.
Class 3Suggested Performance Class:
2 or 3 typical based upon certain conditions.
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.
ANSI 107-2004 Appendix B: Suggested Performance Class Guidelines
Examples of pedestrian workers Scenarios
Class 1Suggested Performance Class:
1 typical, 2 under 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.
Class 2Suggested Performance Class:
2 typical, 1 or 3 upon certain conditions.
•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
Class 3Suggested Performance Class:
2 or 3 typical based upon certain conditions.
•Roadway construction personnel•Utility workers
•Emergency Response Personnel•Flagging Crews•Survey Crews
ANSI 107-2004 Appendix B:
Suggested Performance Class Scenarios
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 +
Class 3
Therefore, when wearing an ANSI 107 compliant rain suit, you will be in a minimum Class 3 suit.
HiVis Rainwear Markets
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
Transportation
HiVis Rainwear Markets
Work Zone
Safety
Work Zone Equipment
Department of Transportation
Municipal Water, Streets, and Sanitation
Utilities Electric and Gas Construction
Inspection, Repair, and Main. Services
Meter Service
Construction Commercial Bldg. Const. & Demolition
Land Preparation
Vegetations Control
Telecom Telephone, Cable, Satellite, and Internet Construction, Repair, and Maintenance
Construction – Maintenance Market
HiVis Rainwear Markets
Fire Fighting/ Rescue
Structural, Wild lands, Government, Military
Homeland Defense
Local, State, and Federal Government
Emergency Medical
Fire-EMS, Private Ambulance
Law Enforcement
Federal, State, and Local Government Agencies
First Responder Market
HiVis Product GroupHiVis Product Group
WorkBriteWorkBrite
WorkLite WorkLite
WorkChoice WorkChoice
EnvisageEnvisage
Envisage HiVis 100 SeriesAdvance 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 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 WorkLite
WorkChoice HiVis 500 Series
• 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
WorkChoice WorkChoice
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