Hi-Vis workwear is a must for all construction sites. It is essential for keeping workers safe near vehicles and in low lighting conditions. Being able to distinguish a person from their background quickly, in any conditions at any angle considerably reduces the risk of an accident.
Due to the importance of hi-vis, legislation ensures that hi-vis clothing is standardised and provides optimal protection to the wearer. The current legislation is EN ISO .
Hi-vis is defined by ISO as &#; &#;Warning clothing intended to provide improved conspicuity in situations where the risk of not being seen is high.&#; It is a warning signal to those nearby that a person is present.
There are nuances that relate to hi-vis, it isn&#;t as simple as wearing a hi-vis waistcoat. There are different levels of hi-vis classes that need to worn depending on the job and setting.
The High Visibility Clothing- Test methods and requirement EN ISO : is the international standards for safety testing methods of hi vis workwear to be used in high-risk working environments. This has replaced EN 471: A1:.
Hi-Vis must be CE-marked to comply with the EN ISO :. From 1st of January all PPE sold in UK must bear the new UKCA mark. Under this directive, it is the responsibility of the wearer to ensure they meet the regulations by wearing the garments correctly, rather than the garments. These standards set a minimum area on view of high visibility fabric on the wearer from all sides when the garment is worn. Find out more about selecting suitable hi-vis clothing on the Health and Safety Executive website.
The key questions users should ask when selecting hi-vis clothing are:
- Is it suitable for the risk?
- Is it suitable for the person?
- Is it suitable for the job?
- Is it compatible with other forms of PPE?
- Are there any standards which the clothing should meet?
The user driven standards include keeping hi-vis clothing clean and ensuring that the hi-vis is fully visible. This can mean not tucking hi vis trousers into boots, wearing hi-vis vests done up, not wearing a jacket over a hi-vis vest. As all of these things minimise the fluorescents on display.
Hi-Vis is only produced from fluorescent fabrics in either yellow or orange. Any other colour fluorescent fabric, no matter how bright, is not compliant and can&#;t be considered hi-vis.
Reflective strips or tapes are also regulated under EN ISO :. Reflective tapes must not be blocked, at any angle when wearing. These reflective tapes should also meet a minimum surface areas depending on the class of hi-vis.
Each class is met by achieving certification is based on the surface area of both types of material. To achieve these a minimum surface area requirement applies. These can be achieved by combining a selection of hi-vis garments.
Branding your clothing as a work uniform is a highly beneficial way of promoting your company on site and distinguishing employees from other firms.
However, logos cover the fluorescent background material, so the area of the logo is deducted from the minimum surface area calculation, the minimum surface areas for each Class can be found above. This is something you should discuss with your Bryson Account Manager when planning your safety wear to ensure that your design remains compliant. As the minimum reflective and fluorescent material remains the same regardless of garment size, this means that the logo size needs to be compliant for the smallest intended garment size.
Our team of studio experts at Bryson have plenty of experience guaranteeing that your design meets legal requirements.
Contact us to discuss custom branded hi-vis clothing.
We have gathered all of the questions that we&#;ve gotten the most over the past 10 years. Questions that came in through our customer service, our YouTube channel, via the chat, and in our superstore in the Netherlands. So, make sure to read this blog before you buy your next helmet.
Helmets generally weigh between 1.2 to 1.9 kilos (3 to 4 pounds). The weight varies depending on the helmet type and materials used. Modular Helmets tend to be slightly heavier than full-face helmets. Usually, the lighter a helmet, the better it is. You&#;ll experience much less neck fatigue.
Yes, you can. Stickers shouldn&#;t be able to compromise the helmets&#; ability to protect you, just don&#;t place them over ventilation channels or on your visor. And consider that they may void your warranty so check that as well.
Helmet sizing is pretty complicated. In a helmet you want a snug fit, with even pressure on all sides of your head. A helmet should never cause discomfort or pain, but there should also never leave any gaps between the padding and your head. We&#;ve got a full video on helmet sizing so make sure to check it out before purchasing your new helmet.
We answer this question every year in our top 10 quietest helmets video, where we measure the noise levels of the best helmets on the market in decibels. It&#;s usually one of the most popular videos, so you guys really care for this.
The perfect helmet is different from rider to rider, here are three important steps to finding yours. First, define a riding style, second, get familiar with the criteria that can make for a good motorcycle helmet, and third, measure the circumference of your head and find a helmet that fits.
There are two ways to go about it, either you buy specific motorcycle helmet cleaning products that you can spray into the helmet. Or you take the inner liner out and do it with common cleaning products. We showcase both methods in our video on how to clean a motorcycle helmet.
Here&#;s a list of criteria that&#;ll make for a better riding experience; lightweight material, many shell sizes for a compact fit, good ventilation, good noise isolation, waterproofness, wind-tunnel testing, comfortable and adjustable inner liner, sturdy visor mechanism, adequate safety ratings, a pinlock lens and speaker pockets. But you guessed it: we have a full buying guide video.
Generally speaking, an open face helmet is best suited for riders on a motorcycle scooter type vehicles, who spend most of their time in an urban environment. A full-face helmet is best suited for motorcycles capable of reaching and exceeding highway speeds, where protection is very important.
Yes, the inner liner of any good helmet is going to conform to the shape of your head over time, ultimately making it much more comfortable to wear. So a snug fit for a new helmet is a good thing.
Most modern motorcycle helmets allow you to wear both your glasses and your helmet comfortably. They&#;ll leave gaps or slants for the arms of your glasses, reducing the pressure on the side of your head. We&#;ve done a full video on glasses-friendly helmets, so be sure to check that out when you need a glasses-friendly helmet.
11. How to reduce wind noise in a motorcycle helmet?
Wind noise inside a helmet depends on a lot of factors, all the way through to the tiniest details. Some of the most important factors are the sizing of the helmet, the way the visor is sealed to the outer shell and the way that the inner liner is built. Keep in mind, earplugs are by far the most effective way to reduce the noise you experience in your helmet.
12. Are carbon fiber helmets safer?
No, carbon motorcycle helmets are not necessarily safer than fibreglass composite or polycarbonate helmets. They do tend to be a lot lighter though, as carbon requires less material to reach the same level of strength as other materials, making the helmet lighter. And yes, it looks great as well.
13. What is the best Helmet Material?
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Technically, the answer would be carbon fibre. But this doesn&#;t tell the whole story. In theory, all 22.06 helmets are very close to one another in terms of safety, so the main difference between helmet materials is how they affect weight. And there are plenty of very lightweight fibreglass motorcycle helmets out there. We&#;ve made a video on this topic as well, so to really understand the differences, go check that out.
14. Is a modular helmet as safe as a full-face helmet?
Generally speaking, full-face helmets are believed to be a bit safer compared to modular helmets, as they have a simpler, more rugged one shell design. Whereas modular helmets have a moveable chin-bar that can be flipped up, and consist of more moving parts than a full-face helmet. Of-course, there are a lot more factors that play-in to the safety of a helmet, so we&#;ve made a full video on this topic on our channel, you can find the link in the description.
15. Are expensive motorcycle helmets worth it?
Expensive helmets can be worth it, as they do tend to be lighter, more comfortable, quieter and ventilate better compared to entry level or mid-range helmets. Just like there are plenty of mid-range helmets that&#;ll provide an excellent riding experience. But not always, make sure to filter out marketing gimmicks from features that really add value. We try to help you in our reviews.
16. What Helmet Types are there?
There are three helmet types that each have their own subcategories. That would be Full-face helmets, that consist of subcategories race, sport-touring, adventure and cross helmets. Then you have modular, which can be divided into flip up and flip over helmets. Finally, you have open face helmets.
17. When should I replace my Helmet?
Manufacturers typically advice to replace your helmet after a serious impact, or after three to five years as the materials that hold your helmet together start to degrade over time. There are exceptions, we&#;ve done a video on this as well.
18. Can I use a second hand helmet?
We strongly advise against wearing a second hand helmet, for multiple reasons. First off, a second hand helmet has already conformed to the shape of the previous owner, which is far from optimal as the smallest gaps between the padding and your face can reduce a helmets capacity to protect you. Secondly, a lot of wear-and-tear is not always visible, while still certainly impacting the integrity of a helmet.
19. What makes a helmet comfortable?
The main influences on the comfort of a helmet are its inner liner, the weight of the helmet, the ventilation, the amount of wind-resistance it generates and the noise levels you experience while wearing it.
20. What are the best motorcycle Brands?
Answering this question requires a lot of data and careful consideration to make a fair comparison, which is why we&#;ve made a separate video on this topic, go check that out!
21. What is the best Helmet closure? Double-D or micrometric?
Both are great. Double-D rings are considered to be the safest helmet closure, and is actually mandatory in official riding competitions both on racetracks and on dirt tracks where accidents are much more likely. On the other hand, micrometric closures are much more convenient and easy to use.
22. What is a Pinlock?
A PinLock is the single most important visor accessory. It creates an air insulation layer between the visor and the pinlock to prevent it from fogging up. Nearly all modern helmets are prepared for a Pinlock lens as its important to keep visibility at all times.
23. Can I bring a motorcycle helmet on a plane?
Yes, bringing your helmet on a plane should not be a problem. But, be sure to check for any restrictions any travel restrictions on electronics if your helmet has a communication system installed.
24. Can you use AirPods in a motorcycle helmet?
Wearing airpods in a motorcycle helmet is definitely possible, but we wouldn&#;t recommend it as it&#;s not that comfortable compared to a helmet communication system. Besides, taking impact on the sides of the helmet while wearing earplugs could lead to an ear injury.
25. How to avoid motorcycle helmet hair?
Avoiding helmet hair can be a tough challenge, but here are some tips you can try. First, try wearing a balaclava, which will act as a sort of protective layer between your hair and the inside of your helmet. Additionally, look for helmets that have a moisture wicking inner liner.
26. Are motorcycle helmet visors universal?
No, most visors are specifically designed for a certain helmet model and cannot be used on others. In some cases, two or three helmets from the same brand will use the same visor, but even that is getting more uncommon.
27. Are motorcycle helmets bulletproof?
No, motorcycle helmets are not designed to deflect or absorb bullets. Even the toughest Arai helmet will get blown to pieces.
28. How much does a motorcycle helmet cost?
Motorcycle helmets don&#;t have to be expensive, but they definitely can be. I&#;d separate them in three different ranges, first off, entry level, which would be between 50 to 200 euros. Then, the mid-range helmets, ranging from 200 to 500 euros. Finally, high-end helmets can cost you all the way up to euros.
29. Which is the better helmet standard: ECE 22.06 or DOT?
It depends on who you ask but I think most would agree that ECE 22.06 is the better standard solely based on the fact that it imposes stricter safety standards than DOT and it is more inline with modern day protection capabilities of helmets. Be sure to check out our full comparison between the two on our channel.
30. Is it illegal to ride without a helmet?
Naturally, the answer to this question changes from country to country. That being said, most countries in Europe do have strict helmet laws that require you to wear a helmet regardless of age or experience. Australia, New Zealand and most countries in Asia also have universal helmet laws that make it illegal to ride without a helmet.
Interestingly though, the helmet laws in the U.S vary state by state. Some states simply require everyone to wear a helmet, others have partial helmet laws that factor in age, experience and insurance coverage. And finally, there are still some states with no helmet laws at all.
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