The PW3 Hi-Vis Softshell Jacket from Portwest is a functional hi-vis jacket specifically designed for professionals who require optimal protection and visibility in the workplace. This modern jacket combines an excellent fit with high-quality materials to protect the wearer against harsh weather conditions. Thanks to the fluorescent fabric and reflective striping, you are always highly visible in this jacket during your daily outdoor work activities.
For which activities and sectors is this hi-vis jacket from Portwest suitable?
This hi-vis jacket is ideal for work in road construction, civil engineering, logistics, transport, and the rail sector. The orange version complies with the strict RIS 3279-TOM standard, which is a requirement for safe working on or near railway tracks.
Thanks to the breathable, windproof, and water-repellent three-layer fabric, the jacket offers reliable protection during active work outdoors in varying weather conditions. The durable finish ensures that water beads off the surface effectively.
What does the EN ISO 20471 standard mean for this specific softshell jacket?
The EN ISO 20471 standard guarantees that this jacket meets the European safety requirements for high-visibility clothing. For size XS, the jacket falls under class 2, which offers good visibility at lower speeds. From size S and up, the jacket is certified to class 3, the highest class for maximum visibility.
The reflective properties and the bright color remain optimally preserved even after fifty professional washes, ensuring your safety in the long term.
This comfortable jacket features a curved back hem, an adjustable drawcord, five convenient storage pockets, a detachable ID holder, and a handy radio loop.
Features:
- Durable, breathable, windproof and water-repellent fabric
- Highly water-repellent, environmentally friendly fabric finish, causing water to bead off the surface
- Folded cuffs for extra warmth and comfort
- Adjustable drawcord in the hem
- Curved back hem for extra protection
- Chest pocket with zipper
- 2 side pockets with zippers
- Earpiece loop guides your earphones from inside your jacket to your ears
- Stylish contrast colors
- 3-layer
- Heat-applied segmented reflective tape
- 5 storage pockets
- Radio loop for easy clipping of a radio
- Detachable ID holder
- Concealed phone pocket
- UPF 40+ rated fabric blocks 98% of UV rays
- Certified to EN ISO 20471 after 50 washes
- CE certified
- UKCA marked
- Complies with RIS 3279-TOM for the rail industry (orange only)
- Available in sizes XS to 6XL
Material and care:
- Shell Fabric: 92% polyester, 8% elastane, laminated to 100% polyester micro fleece (310 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 (: SIZE XS), EN ISO 20471 Class 3 (: SIZE S UPWARDS), RIS 3279 TOM Issue 2 (Orange Only), ANSI/ISEA 107 Type R Class 2 (: SIZE XS), ANSI/ISEA 107 Type R Class 3 (: SIZE S UPWARDS), Waterproof/Breathability (WP 8,000mm, MVP 3,000g/m²/24hr)
