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Not all high-visibility clothing is created equal — the gear you wear should match the work you’re doing and the environment you’re in.

Why It Matters:

Different jobsite conditions require different levels of visibility. For example, working on or near a highway requires more visibility than working inside a controlled site. If you’re wearing the wrong gear, drivers and equipment operators may not see you in time to avoid an accident.

Key Points:

• Class 1: For low-risk environments with slow-moving vehicles (e.g., warehouse work).
• Class 2: For areas with traffic exceeding 25 mph (e.g., city streets, residential areas).
• Class 3: Required for high-speed traffic areas (over 50 mph), night work, or poor visibility conditions.
• Consider weather: choose reflective rain jackets or cold-weather gear with integrated high-vis features.
• ANSI-compliant gear must be labeled — always check the tag.

✅ Match your gear to your exposure risk.

Ask the Crew:

• Are we wearing the correct class of high-vis for today’s work?
• Does everyone know the difference between Class 1, 2, and 3 gear?

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