ANSI Class 2 Hi-Vis Yellow Safety Vest – Mesh, Silver Reflective Tape, Velcro
OSHA 29 CFR 1926.201 and MUTCD Section 6D.03 both mandate high-visibility apparel for workers operating near vehicle traffic. The Class 2 Hi-Vis Yellow Safety Vest meets this requirement through two mechanisms: a fluorescent yellow-green mesh base that maximizes conspicuity in daylight conditions, and silver retroreflective tape that reflects vehicle headlights at night and in low-light. The Velcro front closure enables one-handed donning in seconds — critical for high-turnover visitor programs or job sites where vests go on and off repeatedly throughout the day.
Key Features
- ANSI/ISEA 107 Class 2 compliant — meets minimum background material and retroreflective tape area requirements for roadway proximity work at 25–50 mph traffic speeds
- Fluorescent yellow-green mesh body — maximum daytime conspicuity in bright conditions; mesh construction enables airflow on hot job sites
- Silver retroreflective tape — 360° visibility coverage when vehicle headlights illuminate the wearer from any angle
- Velcro front closure — single-motion donning and removal; works with gloves on
- Lightweight and compact — can be worn over jackets, coveralls, or FR clothing without bulk
Technical Specifications
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- Visibility Class: ANSI/ISEA 107 Class 2 (Type R)
- Background material: Fluorescent yellow-green polyester mesh
- Reflective material: Silver retroreflective tape
- Closure: Velcro front
- Weight: Lightweight — no thermal impact on wearer
- Color: Yellow-green (ANSI compliant hue)
Custom Printing Rates, Lead Time and Guidelines Below:
Please provide camera ready artwork via email.
Allow approximately one week for delivery.
Minimum order of 10 vests for printing.
One time Set Up charge of $15.00.
One color lettering:
10-50 vest - $1.50 each
51-99 vest - $1.25 each
100+ vest $.95 each
Lead time from approval to final print is about 8 business days.
Applications
- Road construction and maintenance — flaggers, equipment operators, and ground crews in active traffic zones
- Highway utilities and telecom — fiber, cable, and power line crews working on or near roadways
- Airport ground operations — ramp agents and tarmac crew (check airport authority specific requirements)
- Warehouse and logistics — forklift and vehicle traffic zones requiring worker visibility
- Event safety and crowd management — staff identification in large-venue environments
Buying Guide: Yellow vs. Orange Safety Vests — Which Color Is Correct?
ANSI/ISEA 107 permits both fluorescent yellow-green and fluorescent orange-red as compliant background colors for Class 2 and Class 3 vests. The practical difference is contrast: yellow-green has higher luminance in daylight against most outdoor backgrounds; orange provides better contrast against green and yellow natural backgrounds (vegetation, fields). For roadway construction, yellow-green is the dominant standard. For forestry and agricultural environments, orange is sometimes preferred. Both colors in this range meet ANSI Class 2 requirements — the choice is environment-driven, not compliance-driven.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the difference between Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3 safety vests? Class 1 is for off-road, low-speed environments (parking attendants, warehouse). Class 2 (this vest) is for roadway proximity at 25–50 mph. Class 3 is for high-speed roadways (50+ mph), poor visibility conditions, and includes sleeve reflective tape. Always match the class to the MUTCD/OSHA requirement for your specific work zone configuration.
- Can this vest be worn over a rain jacket? Yes, but only if the vest is worn on the outside. Wearing a rain jacket over the vest covers the reflective tape and background material, voiding ANSI compliance. For rain conditions, use the H.3o Reflective Rain Suit (PID 831) which integrates reflective tape on the outer layer.
- Are custom logos available? Many facilities need branded vests for visitor programs or contractor identification. Contact ASA Safety Supplies for volume customization options including logo printing.
