A practical guide to protecting your workforce  Thousands of non-compliant high-visibility garments are sold every year.  On the surface, they may look the part, some fluorescent colours, reflective tape, familiar designs, but beneath that, many fail to meet the requirements of ISO 20471.  The result is that workers are put at unnecessary risk.  So how can you tell if a garment is doing its job, or just pretending to?    Why this matters  High-visibility clothing isn’t a bran

Understanding where compliance really matters One of the most common questions we’re asked is: “Do you sell ISO 20471 Class 2 trousers?” Whilst it’s a fair question, it’s usually based on a misunderstanding. Where the confusion comes from: Chapter 8 of Traffic & Signs Manual incorrectly references “class 2 reflective material” which was last relevant in a standard (EN 471) that was superseded 13 years ago. This has been confused with class 2 garments, referring to the overall

Why shoulder braces make high-visibility clothing safer When it comes to high visibility clothing, not all Class 3 garments are created equal. On paper, two garments may both meet the requirements of ISO 20471 Class 3, yet in practice, their real-world performance can differ significantly. One of the most overlooked, yet critical, design features is the inclusion of shoulder braces. This isn’t about aesthetics. It’s about visibility when it matters most. What the standards sa

Layering is often a misunderstood concept in high visibility workwear. It is not simply about adding warmth. It is about managing heat, moisture and protection as a complete system, whilst always maintaining conformance to ISO 20471 (the standard for high visibility clothing). In safety-critical environments, that balance matters. Our high-performing layering system consists of three parts: Base layer  – sits against the skin, helping transfer moisture away from the body Mid