Reflective Vests Update#1
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Transcript of Reflective Vests Update#1
Overview of Reflective Vests
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• Introduced in the 1970s• Several U.S. states require
reflective safety vests• Various types of reflective safety
vests• Materials of reflective safety vests• Effectiveness • Standard piece of equipment
Regulations & Standards
• OSHA guidelines for Reflective Safety Vests
– 29 CFR 1926.201 (Subpart G)
– Drafted in 1971 by Office of Construction Standards
– 2000- Adoption of guidelines by DOT
– 2009- New ruling by OSHA
Regulations & Standards
• ANSI (American National Safety Institute)
• ISEA (International Safety Equipment Association)
– ANSI/ISEA 207-2006 Standards
• ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials)
• NFPA (National Fire Protection Association)
ANSI/ISEA 207-2006
• Creation of Standard
– Purpose of high visibility for workers whose jobs require them to be in areas involving vehicle traffic
• Materials & Design
– Polyester/nylon blend with PVC reflective strips
– 3 flourescent colors including orange, lime green and yellow
– Pockets, loop & badge holders, and I.D. panels
ANSI Class 2 Vests
• Traffic exceeds 25 mph
• Suitable for airport ground crews, toll gate personnel, and crossing guards
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ANSI Class 3 Vests
• Traffic exceeds 50 mph
• Suitable for construction personnel, vehicle operators, emergency responders and utility workers
Not Rated Safety Vests
• Traffic does not exceed 25 mph
• Worn by shopping cart retrievers, sidewalk maintenance workers, and delivery vehicle drivers