EN471 - High Visibility

Garment types are grouped into three classes based

On the conspicuity provided. With the classes dictating the minimum quantities of background

And retro reflective materials to be used

CLASS1.Lowest Protection Level

Where advanced visibility is an advantage, but for minimal risk/off road

Purposes only Bands of retro reflective material shall not be less than 50mm wide. Minimum background material 0.14m2, Minimum retro reflective material 0.10m2

CLASS 2.Intermediate protection Level

Bands of retro reflective material shall not be less than 50mm wide.

Minimum background material 0.50m2. Minimum retro reflective materiel should be 0.13m2.

CLASS 3.Highest Protection Level

Bands of retro reflective material shall not be less than 50mm wide.

Minimum background material 0.80m2, Minimum retro reflective material 0.20m

EN343 - Protection against foul weather

This standard specifies the requirements for protective clothing against the effects of foul weather (precipitation, wind, low temperatures > -5 °C) The scope does not cover head, foot or hand protection.