Hi Vis Workwear, Clothing & Safety Gear
Australia's labour and construction industries have seen immense improvement in safety through the adoption of High Visibility (Hi-Vis) workwear. Health & Safety is a priority, and Hi-Vis wear has been highly successful at reducing serious injuries on worksites - making it essential for ensuring everyone goes home safe after every shift.
What is Hi-Vis workwear?
With the increasing dangers facing industrial workers and those working on roads, high visibility workwear at Workwear Republic remains a crucial line of protection. Our range features jackets, vests and pants made from fluorescent orange or yellow fabric; while reflective perforated tape is also available to ensure night-time security measures are in place. By choosing hi-vis shirts that meet specific occupational needs for higher safety standards in the workplace you can help reduce any potential injury risks your team may face - all solutions readily supplied by us here at Workwear Republic!
When is Hi-Vis required?
Safety always comes first on any work site, and Hi-Vis work clothing is a reliable means to ensure that visibility is optimized. From construction workers to plumbers or electricians, road crews and service personnel - it’s essential for anyone who needs attention drawn their way due the potential dangers of operating machinery in busy workplaces. Hi-Vis workwear is required for many good reasons, including:
- Improved worker safety: The Australian construction industry poses a significant risk to its workers, making it all the more important for them - and those around them - to take necessary precautions. High visibility workwear serves as an effective deterrent against potential hazards by keeping employees visible and safe on-site.
- Easily noticed by drivers: Australian laborers never rest, working tirelessly both day and night to keep the nation running. hi-vis workwear is an incredibly valuable asset in this mission; enabling workers on roads to be easily spotted by drivers from far away and keeping those active during daylight hours safe through enhanced visibility.
- Mitigates hazards in poor weather: For many occupations, the hi-vis clothing they wear must be suited to their job. Things like long sleeved shirts or vests are often enough for delivery drivers, parking attendants and warehouse workers; but those in more hazardous roles such as school crossing guards and airport ground crews should have ample protection with additional hi-vis gear. Full safety coverage is a requirement for emergency responders, road construction personnel and other highly dangerous professions.
Where to buy Hi-Vis?
When it comes to high visibility workwear, nothing beats top-of-the-line craftsmanship. Workwear Republic, Australia's pioneering workplace safety suppliers, have established themselves as the go-to source for men’s and women’s hi vis clothing that are designed withstand rigorous conditions. Through their partnership with renowned brands such as Blue Whale, Bocini, SYZMIK Workwear and Jb’s Wear, We guarantee a huge selection of day/night compatible garments ideal for any situation you may find yourself in.
Do I have to wear Hi-Vis?
High-risk jobs often require additional precautionary measures to ensure the safety of workers and those around them. Hi-vis vests are essential for safeguarding employees in both low visibility conditions, as well as when guaranteeing public safety, including:
- Construction workers: Safety is always a priority when it comes to construction projects, which is why hi-vis vests are required attire for those working on elevated structures, expansive building sites and intricate roadways. High visibility ensures everyone can work confidently at these high risk locations.
- Heavy-duty equipment handlers: To ensure worker safety, hi-vis vests are a necessity in many industries where employees work around heavy machinery or equipment. Wearing these bright jackets helps alert others of the workers' presence and promote safer working environments.
- Emergency responders: Brave and dedicated emergency responders, such as paramedics, police officers and firefighters ensure the safety of our communities. To be easily identified while protecting us in dangerous situations they are required to wear high visibility clothing.
- Security personnel: Confronted with the challenge of locating security personnel in busy crowds, Workwear Republic provides a dependable solution: high visibility vests. Quickly distinguish important staff members and ensure safety is maintained effectively.
There are many more occupations where high visibility workwear such as a hi-vis jacket, hi-vis hoodie or other hi-vis clothing are appropriate, and Workwear Republic has the quality and style required.
Does Hi-Vis work?
The everyday workplace can get a big boost with vibrant florescent colours, which are easy to spot in any light. With the added benefit of reflective tape on garments, workers stand out during both day and night shifts - making Workwear Republic's Day/Night range an ideal choice for companies across industries! And if that isn't enough: there is even a unique hi-vis women’s workwear line available at Workwear Republic...including pink vests designed to help you make an impactful statement anywhere.
DOES OUR HI-VIS WORKWEAR COMPLY WITH AUSTRALIAN STANDARDS?
In certain occupations, hi-vis clothing is required by law in Australia. These include:
- STANDARD AS/NZ 1906.4: 2010 – Reflective and reflective materials worn day or night.
- Materials for Safety Garments Worn in Traffic Control makes a distinction between required fluorescent garments (Class F worn during daylight hours) required reflective materials (Class R for dark situations and at night) and Class RF a combination of fluorescent and reflective materials.
- STANDARD AS/NZ 4602.1: 2011 – Design Requirements for Clothing Worn in High-Risk Workplaces differentiates between types of Hi-Vis workwear based on the time of day one wears the garment. A Class D garment for daylight hours, a Class N for night time, and Class DN for any time wear.