Description
The Portwest RWS hi-vis T-shirt is the ideal choice for professionals in need of maximum visibility and comfort during their daily activities. This high-quality garment is specially designed for use in high-risk work environments such as construction and the railway sector. Thanks to its striking color and reflective properties, this shirt ensures you stand out well in all lighting conditions, significantly improving safety in the workplace.
For which specific activities is this RWS hi-vis T-shirt suitable?
This garment is ideally suited for work in the railway industry and road construction. Thanks to the orange version, the shirt complies with the strict RIS 3279 TOM Issue 2 standard, which is mandatory for railway workers in specific regions.
In addition, the shirt is ideal for the regular construction sector and outdoor logistics work where active signaling is required. The breathable and moisture-wicking material ensures that wearers remain cool, dry, and comfortable, even during physically demanding outdoor work.
What does the EN ISO 20471 Class 2 standard mean for this RWS hi-vis T-shirt?
The EN ISO 20471 Class 2 standard indicates that this shirt offers an intermediate level of protection through high visibility. This makes the garment suitable for work along roads with a maximum traffic speed of up to 50 kilometers per hour.
The class is achieved through the combination of the fluorescent background fabric and the segmented reflective striping. This striping is heat-applied, which provides extra flexibility and freedom of movement compared to traditional, stiff reflective tape.
The ribbed collar and generous fit guarantee high comfort. Furthermore, the UPF 40+ fabric blocks no less than 98% of all harmful UV radiation.
Features:
- Moisture-wicking and breathable material
- Ribbed collar
- Generous fit for wearer comfort
- Heat-applied segmented reflective striping
- UPF 40+ fabric blocks 98% of UV radiation
- Certified according to EN ISO 20471 after 50 washes
- Complies with RIS 3279-TOM for the railway industry (orange only)
- CE certified
- UKCA marked
- Available in sizes up to 4XL
Material and maintenance:
- Outer fabric: 100% Polyester, Bird Eye Knit (150 g/m²)
Washing instructions: Max wash temp 40°C, mild process. Do not bleach. Do not tumble dry. Line dry. Do not iron. Do not dry clean. Maximum 50 washes.
Standards: EN ISO 20471 Class 2, RIS 3279 TOM Issue 2 (Orange Only)