Hi-vis clothing is used to keep workers safe by increasing their visibility in hazardous environments. It combines bright, fluorescent colours for daylight and reflective strips for dark environments to help workers stand out to vehicle operators, reducing the risks of accidents and collisions.

All hi-vis clothing falls into one of three hi-vis classes as defined by the European standard EN ISO 20471. Each class indicates a different level of protection based on the minimum surface area of fluorescent and reflective materials.

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What's the best workwear when in cold weather? When working in winter weather, wear warm workwear!

It might sound like a tongue twister, but its genuine advice - you need specific workwear for when the weather's cold. If you just wear the same T-shirts you've been wearing all year, you'll regret it when the weather gets chilly.

Working in cold weather brings with it a unique set of challenges, from hypothermia and chilblains to reduced dexterity and heightened risks of slips, trips and falls. That is why it is essential for your health and safety that you wear suitable clothing when working in cold weather, particularly if you work outside or have a long commute. Our experts have put together this guidance to help you stay comfortable with cosy cold weather workwear.

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