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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

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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