Product Overview
The Yoko YK015 Hi-vis open-mesh executive waistcoat is a refined solution for professionals who require high-visibility protection without the discomfort of heat retention. Specifically engineered for warmer environments, this waistcoat replaces standard solid fabrics with a breathable, lightweight mesh that facilitates airflow. It bridges the gap between a standard safety vest and a functional work jacket, offering a full front zip closure and a comprehensive array of storage options for the modern tradesperson or site manager.
Key Features
- Extensive Storage: Equipped with multiple pockets, including a dedicated mobile phone or walkie-talkie pocket on the left chest, pen pockets, and a key holder, ensuring all essential tools are organised and accessible.
- Certified Visibility: This garment conforms to American National Standard ANSI/ISEA 107-2004 and European EN ISO20471:2013 standards, with Yellow and Orange variants reaching Class 2 status for high-risk environments.
- Dual-Access Bottom Pockets: The two lower pockets feature flaps and are accessible from both the top and the side, providing versatility for storage and quick access.
- Integrated Identification: A clear ID pocket on the right chest allows for seamless site security checks without the need for additional accessories.
Design & Performance
Constructed from 100% polyester, the YK015 is designed for durability in active roles. The mesh knit is tight enough to maintain the waistcoat's shape while remaining porous enough to allow moisture and heat to escape. Performance is further enhanced by 5cm wide reflective tape that wraps around the torso and over the shoulders, ensuring the wearer remains visible from all angles. The inclusion of a radio loop and a sturdy zip front makes this a more robust and professional-looking alternative to standard hook-and-loop waistcoats.
Customisation: Print & Embroidery
This waistcoat is an excellent canvas for corporate branding, supporting both print and embroidery. Embroidery is particularly effective on the chest area for a professional, long-lasting finish of company logos or individual names. For those requiring large, high-visibility identification on the back, our printing service delivers bold, clear results. All customisation is performed in-house at our Telford facility, where our team has been perfecting the art of workwear branding since 1976.
Use Cases
This waistcoat is perfectly suited for site supervisors, surveyors, and warehouse operatives who work in high-temperature environments or during the summer months. Its professional appearance also makes it a preferred choice for event management and logistics personnel who need to carry communication devices and identification at all times.
Why MyWorkwear
With a heritage stretching back to 1976, MyWorkwear has decades of experience in providing the UK workforce with garments that meet strict safety regulations. Based in Telford, our expert team understands the technical requirements of high-visibility clothing and ensures every item we customise meets our exacting standards for quality and durability.
Practical Advice
The YK015 is designed as an outer layer. We recommend checking the size guide to ensure you have sufficient room to wear it comfortably over your standard work shirt or sweatshirt. The lightweight nature of the fabric makes it ideal for layering without adding unnecessary bulk or weight to your uniform.
Caring for your product
To ensure the garment maintains its high-visibility properties and structural integrity, it should be washed at a maximum temperature of 40°C on a synthetic cycle. Correct temperature control prevents damage to the technical mesh and the reflective strips.
Bleaching must be avoided as it will significantly degrade the fluorescent dyes and weaken the polyester fibres. Furthermore, this waistcoat should not be ironed, tumble dried, or wrung out, as high heat and mechanical stress can melt the reflective tape and distort the garment's shape.
We advise against the use of biological washing powders or professional dry cleaning. Instead, use a cold rinse and a short spin cycle to keep the fabric in optimal condition. Please be aware that the safety certification of this garment is rated for a maximum of 25 wash cycles.
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