High Visibility Fleece
When temperatures drop, a high visibility fleece offers the ideal solution. These garments are specially designed to stand out in high-risk work environments, such as construction, logistics, and road works.
Thanks to the fluorescent fabrics and reflective strips, this high visibility fleece workwear complies with the international EN ISO 20471 standard, ensuring excellent visibility for your surroundings both during the day and at night.
What are the differences between reflective fleece and high visibility fleece?
Although the terms reflective fleece and high visibility fleece are often used interchangeably in practice, there is indeed a technical difference between the two variants.
True high visibility fleece, also known as hi-vis fleece, fully complies with the strict EN ISO 20471 standard due to a defined area of fluorescent material and reflective strips. Clothing that is only labeled as 'reflective' is sometimes only partially reflective and therefore does not always offer the same full safety certification.
What does EN ISO 20471 mean for reflective fleeces?
The EN ISO 20471 certification is the European standard for high visibility clothing. This standard precisely defines the requirements a hi-vis fleece jacket or vest must meet to provide professional protection. The certification is divided into three classes, depending on the risk level of the work environment and the speed of passing traffic.
Do you want to know exactly which class is mandatory for your specific work? Read all about the guidelines on our special page about the EN ISO 20471 European standard for high visibility clothing.
Orange Fleece Vests
In specific sectors, additional clothing regulations apply that must be strictly adhered to. In the Netherlands, for example, it is often mandatory along roads and railways to wear a specific orange fleece vest that complies with the strict RWS guidelines (Rijkswaterstaat).
Do you work internationally or specifically along railways in the United Kingdom? Then your orange clothing must comply with the RIS TOM 3279 standard. For the correct certified clothing, view our full collection of RWS workwear.
What types of fleece are there?
Within our range, you will find various designs of hi-vis fleece jackets, tailored to different tasks and weather conditions. The most popular variants are:
- Reflective fleece vests: Ideal as a warm mid-layer or as a comfortable outer layer during mild, dry working days.
- Reflective fleece jackets: Often equipped with a windproof or water-repellent lining for extra protection against the elements.
- RWS Fleece: Specially designed in accordance with the guidelines of Rijkswaterstaat for road and railway workers.
- Women's fleece: Comfortable and safety-certified fleece clothing with a tailored, feminine fit.
Can you add a logo to reflective fleece?
Personalizing a hi-vis fleece vest requires expertise. Traditional high-temperature printing is often not possible because extreme heat can melt the fleece fibers. This compromises the professional appearance and the quality of the fabric.
If the high visibility fleece jacket has a special smooth chest or back panel, printing may be an option in some cases. However, the best and most durable solution is embroidery. We take care of this high-quality embroidery entirely in-house; discover all possibilities via fleece vest embroidery.
Buy High-Vis Fleece Clothing Online
At Unishore Workwear, you can easily and quickly order your new high visibility fleece jacket or comfortable reflective fleece jacket online. Thanks to our extensive range, you will always find the right fit and certification that suits your profession.
Combine functionality, warmth, and safety and order your certified workwear today in our reliable webshop.