The Portwest hi-vis shorts are an excellent choice for professionals who need to stay cool while maintaining optimal safety during warm summer days. These hi-vis shorts are specially designed for work outdoors or in warm indoor environments where being conspicuous is crucial. Thanks to the reflective striping and fluorescent fabric, you remain highly visible to your colleagues and passing traffic on the work floor at all times.
For which tasks and sectors are these Portwest hi-vis shorts most suitable?
These short work trousers are ideally suited for outdoor work during the summer period in sectors such as road construction, logistics, transport, and on construction sites. In these dynamic work environments, wearing highly visible clothing is mandatory to ensure safety.
The lightweight yet sturdy poly-cotton fabric ensures you can keep moving comfortably in high temperatures, while the dirt-repellent Texpel finish keeps the shorts looking representative and clean, even during heavy and dusty jobs.
What does the EN ISO 20471 Class 1 certification mean for these hi-vis shorts?
The EN ISO 20471 Class 1 standard indicates that these hi-vis shorts offer the entry-level class of high visibility. This means the shorts are suitable for low-risk work environments where the speed of passing traffic generally does not exceed thirty kilometers per hour.
The reflective bands and fluorescent fabric have been extensively tested and retain their certified reflective properties even after fifty washes, allowing you to rely on the protective performance of this garment for a long time.
With no fewer than ten storage pockets, including a ruler pocket and a phone pocket, this model offers a great deal of storage space. The elastic waistband at the back guarantees a comfortable fit.
Features:
- Durable poly-cotton fabric with stain-resistant Texpel finish
- Texpel™ Stain Eco: a high-quality, stain-resistant finish that repels dirt and water
- Double-stitched seams for increased durability
- 2 side pockets
- Easy-access storage pockets
- Two back pockets
- Double ruler pocket
- D-ring for keys and ID cards
- Reflective striping for increased visibility
- Elastic waistband at the back for a secure fit
- 10 storage pockets
- Phone pocket
- UPF 40+ fabric blocks 98% of UV radiation
- Certified according to EN ISO 20471 after 50 washes
- CE certified
- UKCA marked
Material and care:
Washing instructions: Max wash temp 40°C, mild process. Do not bleach. Do not tumble dry. Do not iron. Do not dry clean. Maximum 50 washes.
Standards: EN ISO 20471 Class 1, ANSI/ISEA 107 SUPPLEMENTAL CLASS E
