Product Overview
The Yoko YK014 Hi-vis Executive Long Sleeve Waistcoat represents a significant step forward in safety apparel, combining the functionality of a high-specification safety vest with the professional silhouette of an executive garment. Designed for those who require the highest level of visibility without sacrificing mobility, this long-sleeved waistcoat is engineered to meet Class 3 motorway specifications. It is particularly well-suited for site managers, supervisors, and professionals who need to be seen clearly while maintaining a smart appearance on-site.
Key Features
- EN ISO20471 Class 3 Certification: This garment provides the maximum level of visibility through its sleeve coverage and reflective placement, ensuring you remain safe in high-speed or high-risk environments.
- Rail Industry Certified (Orange only): The orange variant conforms to RIS-3279-TOM, making it essential equipment for anyone working on or near the UK's railway infrastructure.
- Comprehensive Pocket Configuration: Includes a dedicated mobile phone or walkie-talkie pocket, pen sleeves, and an ID pocket on the right chest, allowing you to keep essential tools and credentials accessible at all times.
- Dual-Access Bottom Pockets: Featuring flaps for security, these pockets can be accessed from both the top and the side, providing versatile storage for larger items or hand warmth in cooler conditions.
- Full-Length Zipper Fastening: Unlike traditional hook-and-loop closures, the zip provides a more secure and durable fit that keeps the garment properly positioned throughout the working day.
Design & Performance
Constructed from a lightweight polyester fabric, this waistcoat offers a flexible and comfortable fit that does not restrict movement. The inclusion of long sleeves is not merely for warmth; it increases the surface area of high-visibility material and reflective tape, which is a requirement for Class 3 compliance. The garment features 5cm wide reflective tapes around the body, arms, and over the shoulders, ensuring visibility from every angle. Despite its comprehensive feature set, the fabric remains breathable, making it a well-engineered solution for active roles where heavy jackets would be impractical.
Customisation: Print & Embroidery
This waistcoat is particularly well-suited for branding, featuring a large clear area on the reverse specifically intended for decoration. At MyWorkwear, we recommend embroidery for the front chest area to create a professional, long-lasting finish for company logos or staff names. For the larger back panel, high-quality printing is often the superior choice for bold designs and clear identification that can be seen from a distance. Our expert Telford-based team, established in 1976, handles all customisation in-house to ensure your brand is represented with precision.
Use Cases
This waistcoat is the professional standard for motorway maintenance, construction site management, and any environment where Class 3 safety compliance is mandatory. The orange version is a requirement for railway use. Its executive features also make it ideal for logistical supervisors and surveyors who need to transition between office environments and active sites.
Why MyWorkwear
MyWorkwear has been a specialist in the industry since 1976. Operating from our facility in Telford, we bring decades of technical expertise to every garment we produce. We understand the specific requirements of UK safety standards and workwear durability, ensuring that your team is not only compliant with safety regulations but also presented in a professional manner.
Practical Advice
This waistcoat is designed with a generous fit to be worn over existing workwear or light jackets. We recommend reviewing the size guide, which covers chest sizes from 36 inches up to 56 inches, to ensure a secure fit that doesn't snag while moving around machinery or in tight spaces.
Caring for your product
To maintain the high-visibility performance and structural integrity of this waistcoat, we recommend a domestic wash at a maximum temperature of 40°C using a synthetic cycle. It is vital to use non-biological powder, as biological detergents contain enzymes that can degrade the reflective properties of the tape over time.
Under no circumstances should this garment be bleached, ironed, or tumble-dried. High heat from an iron or dryer will damage the polyester fibres and the reflective coating, significantly reducing the garment's safety rating. Similarly, do not wring or dry clean the item; a cold rinse and short spin are sufficient to remove excess water.
Please note that this garment has a maximum limit of 25 wash cycles. Exceeding this limit can result in the high-visibility pigment fading beyond the legal safety thresholds required for EN ISO20471 compliance.
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