Description
The Portwest hi-vis jacket, model ES428, offers excellent protection and striking safety for professionals working in high-risk environments. This two-tone softshell is specifically designed for outdoor workers exposed to changing weather conditions and reduced visibility. Thanks to its functional two-layer construction, the garment combines effective thermal insulation with the necessary freedom of movement, making it a reliable choice for intensive daily use in the workplace.
For which tasks is this Portwest hi-vis jacket best suited?
This hi-vis jacket is ideally suited for work in construction, logistics, and infrastructure where high visibility is required. The orange version also meets the strict RIS 3279-TOM standard, making it specifically approved for use in the rail industry.
The durable, windproof, and water-repellent fabric protects you against light rain and biting wind, while the breathability ensures you remain comfortable during physical exertion on the job site.
What do the EN ISO 20471 classes mean for this hi-vis jacket?
The EN ISO 20471 standard guarantees that this hi-vis jacket is certified for high visibility, even after fifty washes. For size XS, the jacket falls under Class 2, which provides good visibility at average speeds of passing traffic.
From size S and up, the jacket meets Class 3, the highest safety class for reflective and fluorescent material, which is essential when working along highways or in situations with an increased risk.
The interior is lined with soft microfleece for extra comfort. Two convenient pockets offer secure storage space, and the fabric provides UPF 40 protection against UV radiation.
Features:
- Durable, breathable, windproof, and water-repellent fabric
- Micro fleece lined and bonded with a shell
- Very water-repellent, environmentally conscious fabric finish, causing water to bead off the surface
- 2 pockets for secure storage
- Reflective striping for increased visibility
- 2-layer
- Fabric with UPF 40 rating, blocking 98% of UV rays
- Certified to EN ISO 20471 after 50 washes
- Complies with RIS 3279-TOM for the rail industry (orange only)
- CE certified
- UKCA marked
- Available up to 6XL
Material and care:
- Shell fabric: 94% Polyester, 6% Elastane laminated to 100% Polyester Micro Fleece (2L) (280 g/m²)
Washing instructions: Max wash temp 30°C, very mild process. Do not bleach. Do not tumble dry. Do not iron. Do not dry clean. Maximum 50 washes.
Standards: EN ISO 20471 Class 2 (For size XS), EN ISO 20471 Class 3 (For size S and upwards), RIS 3279 TOM Issue 2 (Orange Only)