Learn about the different classes of safety vests with YGM

Safety vests everywhere: different classes of safety vests

From construction sites to dimly lit roads, the seemingly inconspicuous safety vests are playing their role all the time. By improving the wearer’s visibility, the possibility of accidents in potentially dangerous environments will be reduced.

In order to meet different levels of risk and visibility requirements, YGM safety vests are divided into three classes: Class I, Class II and Class III. It is worth mentioning that no matter what level of safety vest, its design and performance will be subject to strict standards and regulations, among which ANSI/ISEA 107 standard is one of the widely recognized standards. ANSI/ISEA 107 standard specifies the requirements for high-visibility clothing materials in detail, including design, reflective materials and colors. YGM firmly abides by various standards and regulations to ensure that the safety vests worn by everyone are compliant and reliable, and to a certain extent protect the safety and rights of workers.

An in-depth look at the classification of safety vests

Safety vests are the first line of defense for protecting employees from potentially dangerous situations, so it’s important to understand the three main levels of safety vests.

Class I safety vests: Basic visibility

Class I is the most basic type of safety vest and is intended for use in low-risk areas.

Basic requirements: Level I safety vests should be bright yellow or orange with reflective strips covering at least 155 square inches.

Intended environment: People who work in parking lots, service areas, warehouses and factories where vehicles do not exceed 30 km/h.

Class II safety vests: Enhanced visibility

Class II safety vests provide higher visibility than Level I safety vests.

Basic requirements: Level II safety vests must have yellow or orange fabric occupying no less than 775 square inches and reflective strips covering at least 201 square inches.

Intended environment: People who work in environments where vehicles travel at speeds of up to 60 km/h.

Class III safety vests: Maximizing visibility

Class III safety vests provide the highest level of visibility, so the requirements for this type of safety vest are more stringent.

Basic requirements: Class II safety vests contain at least 1,240 square inches of yellow or orange fabric and reflective strips covering at least 310 square inches.

Intended environment: People who work near high-speed traffic at speeds exceeding 60 km/h or in environments where ambient lighting is generally limited, such as highway construction and maintenance personnel, railway track workers, etc.

Comparison Chart of Three Classes of Safety Vests

To help you visualise the differences, we have provided a comparison chart on the three classes of safety vests：

Feature	Class I	Class II	Class III
Background Color	Yellow or Orange	Yellow or Orange	Yellow or Orange
Minimum Background Material	Not specified	775 sq inches	1,240 sq inches
Minimum Reflective Material	155 sq inches	201 sq inches	310 sq inches
Suitable Work Environments	Parking lots, warehouses, factories	Public roads, delivery routes	Highways, railways, airports
Maximum Vehicle/Equipment Speed	≤30 km/h	≤60 km/h	>60 km/h
Risk Level	Low	Moderate	High

This table clearly and directly compares the three classes of safety vests, and I believe it can help you choose the most suitable one. Of course, no matter which type of safety vest you choose, YGM can make it according to your needs and satisfy you.

YGM Safety Vest: A Lifesaver Worth Choosing Carefully

Through in-depth understanding of safety vests, YGM clearly recognizes the importance of safety vests. It plays a vital role in workplace safety and is an indispensable necessity. When choosing a safety vest, please fully consider your specific working environment and the potential dangers you may face, so that you can match the most suitable one.

After choosing the right safety vest, it is also extremely important to know how to wear it correctly:

– Alwayswear a safety vest when in designated areas

– Make sure the safety vest fits well and does not interfere with your work

– Keep the safety vest clean and in good condition

– Replace damaged or worn safety vests in time

Safety always comes first. YGM advocates and encourages all workers in outdoor or dim environments to always wear safety vests when working. Let’s create a safer working environment with YGM!

—— Eden