Monday, June 23, 2014

Safety Vests For Visibility And Protection

By Ina Hunt


Safety first is a main requirement for many different types of workers and volunteers. Using safety vests is one of the most inexpensive and effective means of staying injury free during many specific jobs which involve high traffic, lighting issues and heavy machinery. Purchasing these for employees will keep insurance premiums down and employees on the job.

The specifications and standards of these garments were put into effect in June of 1999 by the International Safety Equipment Association. Their rules laid out the requirements for the wearing of this article for different levels of employment and various scenarios.

These articles will make personnel more visible to other employees, traffic and moving machinery. The reflective bands will also give extra visibility during the sun's high glare periods and at night when visibility is low or non-existent. They also identify workers as being a part of a specific group - for example, they may be worn by parents assisting with crowd control at a school event or police officers directing traffic flow for a funeral. Attendees will respect their authority and heed their instructions due to the branding the vests will give them.

Individuals who would appreciate having these at their disposal include airline employees, mechanics, school patrols, road workers, construction employees, security guards, warehouse staff, crowd control workers, and traffic management personnel. Many individuals also keep a vest or two in the trunk of their cars for personal reasons. They are great to have on hand if they are in a situation where they must change a flat tire on a freeway or even help direct traffic in the case of an accident.

Yellow and orange are the most common colors utilized. Red and blue articles can also be purchased for high visibility. The reflective tape which is included add substantially to the effectiveness of this garment as the person can be seen at night or in the glare of the bright sun. Adding inscriptions or logos can assist in identifying members of different groups when there is more than one organization working in the same area.

There are other styles of these available, the most common being the tee shirt style which does not require the wearing of anything underneath. It is even more effective as the wearers can be seen more effectively from side views also. Swatches or bands of this type of fabric can also be purchased to tie onto strollers, light moving equipment or bicycles.

These protective articles can be purchased at hardware, uniform and building supply stores. They can also be found online at various industrial equipment sites. Choose the fit and style that best suits the usage and the person who is wearing it. Always keep extras on hand in case more employees are added to the project or the work is more dangerous for others than first perceived.

Just knowing that your employees or loved ones will be wearing this type of garment will give management and families peace of mind. They will be made visible to traffic, other employees or individuals who may not otherwise see them, and identify them as part of a significant group that is on a specific assignment or job.




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