Understanding ANSI/ISEA 107 & EN ISO 20471 Visibility Standards

ANSI/ISEA 107 Garment Types & EN ISO 20471 Classes

Both ANSI/ISEA 107 and EN ISO 20471 establish requirements for high-visibility safety apparel, but they classify garments differently.

• ANSI/ISEA 107 Standard: Categorizes garments into Type O, Type R, and Type P based on work environment and potential hazards, while assigning Performance Classes 1, 2, and 3 to indicate visibility levels.
• EN ISO 20471 Standard: Classifies garments solely by Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3 based on the minimum required area of fluorescent background material and retroreflective tape.
• Compliance & Selection: Understanding both standards helps employers choose the right high-visibility PPE for their workplace while meeting regional safety requirements.

ANSI/ISEA 107 & EN ISO 20471 Visibility Classes

Both ANSI/ISEA 107 and EN ISO 20471 classify high-visibility safety apparel to help workers remain visible in hazardous environments and reduce the risk of workplace accidents.

ANSI/ISEA 107 Classes

• Class 1 – Designed for low-risk environments with minimal traffic and lower visibility hazards.
• Class 2 – Recommended for workers near roadways or equipment operating above 25 mph, including construction crews, utility workers, and survey teams.
• Class 3 – Provides the highest level of visibility for high-risk environments such as highways, road maintenance, and emergency response.
• Class E – Supplemental garments, including high-visibility pants, bib overalls, and gaiters, that must be worn with Class 2 or Class 3 upper-body garments to achieve a Class 3 ensemble.

EN ISO 20471 Classes

• Class 1 – Basic visibility for low-risk work environments.
• Class 2 – Enhanced visibility for workers exposed to moderate traffic and industrial hazards.
• Class 3 – The highest level of visibility, offering maximum fluorescent and reflective coverage for high-risk work environments.

Maximum Visibility. Maximum Protection.

Visibility is one of the most important factors in outdoor workplace safety. High-visibility safety apparel certified to ANSI/ISEA 107 and EN ISO 20471 standards helps workers stay visible in rain, fog, snow, dawn, dusk, and other low-light environments.

Whether working on highways, construction sites, airports, railways, or utility projects, certified reflective workwear provides the visibility needed to reduce risks and improve productivity.

High-Visibility Apparel Built for Maximum Safety

As an experienced OEM manufacturer of high-visibility safety apparel, we produce garments that meet ANSI/ISEA 107 and EN ISO 20471 standards, delivering exceptional visibility, comfort, and durability.

Our high-visibility workwear is engineered with premium reflective materials, breathable fabrics, ergonomic designs, and weather-resistant options to help keep workers safe and comfortable in demanding environments.