{"title":"Hi-Vis Shirts","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHi-Vis Shirts — ANSI Class 2 High-Visibility Shirts and Long-Sleeve Work Shirts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-visibility shirts integrate ANSI\/ISEA 107 high-visibility performance directly into a standard work shirt garment, providing worker conspicuity without the separate vest layer that standard work shirts require. Hi-vis shirts are available in short-sleeve and long-sleeve configurations in safety orange and safety yellow fluorescent colors, with retroreflective striping woven into the shirt design to meet ANSI Class 2 or Class 3 visibility requirements. Workers in road construction, utility maintenance, railway operations, and logistics find hi-vis shirts particularly useful in warm weather when wearing a safety vest over a separate shirt creates heat stress, and in applications where wearing two garment layers is impractical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107 Class 2 performance requires a minimum of 775 cm² of retroreflective material and 0.5 m² of background fluorescent material on the garment. Class 2 hi-vis shirts achieve these requirements through horizontal retroreflective bands at the chest and waist level, combined with the full fluorescent fabric body of the shirt. Class 3 hi-vis shirts — which meet the higher requirements for maximum visibility applications — add retroreflective bands on both sleeves in addition to the torso bands, meeting the expanded retroreflective material area required for workers exposed to high-speed highway traffic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFabric construction for hi-vis shirts varies by application environment. Moisture-wicking polyester knit shirts provide breathability and sweat management for high-activity outdoor workers in warm conditions — the polyester construction maintains the retroreflective material bond through repeated industrial laundering better than cotton, which can cause retroreflective tape to peel when repeatedly washed at high temperatures. Cotton-poly blends provide a softer feel preferred by workers who wear shirts in direct skin contact for extended shifts. Flame-resistant (FR) hi-vis shirts combine the visibility requirements of ANSI\/ISEA 107 with the FR performance requirements of NFPA 70E and NFPA 2112 for workers in electrical arc flash and flash fire hazard environments where ignition resistance is also required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong-sleeve hi-vis shirts provide sun protection and arm coverage for outdoor workers with extended direct sun exposure, reducing UV radiation exposure during full-day outdoor work without the heat penalty of wearing an additional cover layer. UPF-rated long-sleeve hi-vis shirts that combine sun protection with high-visibility performance are increasingly used by utility and telecommunications workers who spend entire shifts outdoors in summer conditions. The long sleeves also provide abrasion protection against brush, vegetation, and rough surfaces during off-road utility work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollar styles — polo collar, crew neck, and button-front — affect both appearance and function. Polo-collar hi-vis shirts are appropriate for customer-facing and supervisory roles where professional appearance is expected alongside high-visibility compliance. Button-front shirts with chest pockets are preferred by technicians and operators who need pocket storage and ventilation management. Our hi-vis shirt collection covers Class 2 and Class 3 short-sleeve and long-sleeve styles in safety orange and safety yellow, in standard polyester, cotton-poly blend, moisture-wicking, and FR-rated fabric constructions for every industry application.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ergodyne-glowear-8274-womens-hi-vis-class-2-shirt-lime","title":"Ergodyne GloWear 8274 Women's Hi-Vis Type R Class 2 Shirt — Lime","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8274 Women's Hi-Vis Type R Class 2 Short Sleeve Shirt in Lime\u003c\/strong\u003e provides ANSI\/ISEA 107-2020 certified high-visibility protection in fluorescent yellow-green, purpose-designed for female workers in road work, utilities, and municipal operations. The same contoured women's fit as the orange 8274, this lime colorway delivers Class 2 compliance for environments and project specifications that require or prefer \u003cstrong\u003efluorescent yellow-green over orange\u003c\/strong\u003e — without compromising on professional fit or workwear quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107-2020 Type R Class 2 certified\u003c\/strong\u003e — meets minimum 775 sq in fluorescent background and 201 sq in retroreflective tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWomen's contoured fit\u003c\/strong\u003e — shaped at the hip and chest for professional appearance and correct PPE positioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFluorescent yellow-green (lime) colorway\u003c\/strong\u003e — ANSI-recognized hi-vis color with strong contrast in urban and orange-equipment-heavy environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShort sleeve construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — comfortable for warm weather outdoor operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetroreflective tape striping\u003c\/strong\u003e — reflects vehicle headlights and work zone lighting for low-light visibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture-wicking polyester\u003c\/strong\u003e — manages perspiration during physically demanding outdoor work\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSame model as 8274 orange\u003c\/strong\u003e — consistent sizing and fit for easy color variant ordering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eErgodyne GloWear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8274\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8274\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLime (Fluorescent Yellow-Green)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWomen's Contoured\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSleeve\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShort Sleeve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eANSI\/ISEA Standard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e107-2020 Type R Class 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBackground Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e775+ sq in fluorescent fabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRetroreflective Tape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e201+ sq in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFabric\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolyester (moisture-wicking)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse Classification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType R — Roadway\/Right-of-Way\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ergodyne GloWear 8274 Women's Lime Shirt delivers two things simultaneously: the correct fit for a female workforce and the correct color for job sites, contracts, and jurisdictions that specify fluorescent yellow-green. These two requirements used to be difficult to fulfill together — women's hi-vis options were limited, and when they existed, they often came in only one color. The 8274's dual-colorway availability changes that equation for safety procurement professionals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFluorescent yellow-green lime is particularly effective in environments dominated by orange construction equipment, where workers wearing orange hi-vis can visually blend into the background at distance. Excavators, dump trucks, backhoes, and other heavy construction machinery painted orange create a visual context where a lime-wearing worker is instantly distinguishable from the machinery — a meaningful safety distinction when drivers or operators are scanning a work zone. In urban environments with concrete and gray infrastructure backdrops, lime's cooler tones also provide high contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eElectrical utility, telecom, water and sewer maintenance, and municipal services commonly mandate lime for their workers, whether through internal policy or jurisdictional requirement. When female workers are employed in these sectors and lime is the required color, the 8274 lime provides the only women's-specific solution that delivers proper fit alongside the correct certification. Issuing these workers an oversized unisex lime shirt defeats the purpose of having women's-specific PPE in your program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe women's contoured cut of the 8274 ensures the shirt fits through the chest and hip without excess bulk, bunching, or restriction. This matters for compliance as much as comfort — retroreflective tape that folds or bunches against the body doesn't perform as tested. A correctly fitting shirt keeps the tape in position facing outward, where it can reflect light back toward approaching drivers. The short sleeve format allows full arm mobility for field operations while keeping the shirt practical for summer and warm-season work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a standalone Class 2 certified garment, the 8274 lime eliminates the need for a separate hi-vis vest. This is particularly useful for women whose vest sizing options may be limited — the shirt fulfills Class 2 requirements completely on its own. The integrated retroreflective tape ensures visibility in dusk, dawn, and nighttime conditions as well as daylight, providing full-spectrum coverage for both daytime and transitional work periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompliance and Standards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107-2020\u003c\/strong\u003e — American National Standard for High-Visibility Safety Apparel and Headwear\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType R Classification\u003c\/strong\u003e — designed for roadway and right-of-way work environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClass 2\u003c\/strong\u003e — appropriate for work environments with traffic speeds up to 50 mph\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMeets DOT and FHWA requirements for roadway work zone worker visibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompliant with OSHA hi-vis PPE requirements for construction and utility environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReal-World Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWomen's PPE that works as designed.\u003c\/strong\u003e When a garment is cut for a woman's body, it performs differently than a men's shirt in a smaller size. Retroreflective tape stays flat. Seams sit correctly. The worker moves freely without managing excess fabric. This is what proper women's PPE procurement looks like in practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLime where lime is required.\u003c\/strong\u003e Color compliance is not optional on many project sites. Having lime available in the women's 8274 means female workers don't need a compromise between fit and color compliance — they get both from a single certified garment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent across crew color coding.\u003c\/strong\u003e When a company uses lime for standard crew members and orange for supervisors (or vice versa), having both colorways available in the women's 8274 means female workers can participate in the same color-coding system as the rest of the crew without exception or workaround.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications and Use Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFemale electrical utility and line crew workers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWomen in telecom and fiber infrastructure roles near roadways\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMunicipal water and sewer maintenance female staff\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRoad construction crew members where lime is project-specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFemale traffic management and public works employees\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSafety programs building inclusive, properly-fitted PPE inventories\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOrganizations with lime-specific project contract requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/collections\/high-visibility\"\u003eHi-Vis Safety Vests — Full Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8274-womens-hi-vis-class-2-shirt-orange\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8274 Women's Hi-Vis Class 2 Shirt — Orange\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/collections\/eye-protection\"\u003ePPE Collection — Personal Protective Equipment\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the 8274 lime differ from the 8274 orange?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GloWear 8274 lime and orange are identical garments in different colorways. Both use the same women's contoured pattern, the same construction, and both carry ANSI\/ISEA 107-2020 Type R Class 2 certification. The lime version uses fluorescent yellow-green background fabric; the orange uses fluorescent orange-red. Color selection depends on project specifications and environmental contrast requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy would a project specify lime over orange for women's hi-vis?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLime provides better contrast in environments with orange construction equipment, or may be required by specific jurisdictional codes. Electrical utilities, telecom, and municipal services frequently specify lime. The specification is typically the same regardless of worker gender — if lime is required on the job site, all workers need lime, including those who wear women's sizing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this shirt require a vest worn over it to achieve Class 2 compliance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The 8274 is a standalone ANSI\/ISEA 107-2020 Type R Class 2 certified shirt. It does not require a vest to meet Class 2 compliance — the shirt itself incorporates all required fluorescent background and retroreflective materials and carries the certification independently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre the sizing dimensions the same between lime and orange versions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 8274 lime and orange are the same garment in different colors, so sizing is identical. Workers who have purchased the orange version can order the same size in lime with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs ANSI Class 2 sufficient for all the work environments mentioned?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClass 2 is appropriate for most roadway work environments with traffic speeds up to 50 mph. For high-speed highway work, rail environments, or other higher-risk exposure situations, Class 3 may be required. Always consult your project safety plan, applicable DOT guidelines, and OSHA requirements for your specific work environment before finalizing your hi-vis garment selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should this shirt be cared for to maintain certification compliance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMachine wash warm with mild detergent. Tumble dry on low heat. Do not bleach or use fabric softeners. Inspect retroreflective tape after each wash cycle. Replace the shirt when tape shows significant degradation, peeling, or cracking. Maintaining tape integrity is the primary compliance consideration for hi-vis shirt longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan this shirt be layered over a long sleeve base layer in cooler weather?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the 8274 can be worn over a base layer in transitional weather. For full cold weather protection with hi-vis compliance, consider upgrading to a Class 2 or Class 3 long sleeve option or a hi-vis jacket from the GloWear collection to ensure you're meeting both warmth and visibility requirements across all weather conditions on your project.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ergodyne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44039487619160,"sku":"8274","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/1900\/0920\/files\/81JivYbMwBL.jpg?v=1777259294"},{"product_id":"ergodyne-glowear-8274-womens-hi-vis-class-2-shirt-orange","title":"Ergodyne GloWear 8274 Women's Hi-Vis Type R Class 2 Shirt — Orange","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8274 Women's Hi-Vis Type R Class 2 Short Sleeve Shirt in Orange\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers ANSI\/ISEA 107-2020 certified high-visibility protection in a professional contoured fit designed specifically for women. Built for female road crew members, utility workers, and municipal staff, this women's hi-vis shirt eliminates the ill-fitting oversized problem common with unisex workwear while meeting full \u003cstrong\u003eClass 2 fluorescent and retroreflective material requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e in fluorescent orange-red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107-2020 Type R Class 2 certified\u003c\/strong\u003e — meets minimum 775 sq in fluorescent background and 201 sq in retroreflective tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWomen's contoured fit\u003c\/strong\u003e — shaped at the hip and chest for professional appearance without excess fabric\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFluorescent orange-red colorway\u003c\/strong\u003e — ANSI-recognized hi-vis color for roadway and right-of-way work\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShort sleeve design\u003c\/strong\u003e — optimized for warm weather outdoor work\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetroreflective tape striping\u003c\/strong\u003e — reflects headlights and work zone lighting back to the source\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture-wicking polyester\u003c\/strong\u003e — breathable fabric for all-day comfort in outdoor conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for female-forward safety programs\u003c\/strong\u003e — purpose-built sizing for a growing professional workforce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eErgodyne GloWear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8274\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8274\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange (Fluorescent Orange-Red)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWomen's Contoured\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSleeve\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShort Sleeve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eANSI\/ISEA Standard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e107-2020 Type R Class 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBackground Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e775+ sq in fluorescent fabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRetroreflective Tape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e201+ sq in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFabric\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolyester (moisture-wicking)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse Classification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType R — Roadway\/Right-of-Way\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor decades, women in the skilled trades, construction, utilities, and public works sectors have been issued oversized men's hi-vis shirts and told to make do. Ill-fitting workwear isn't just uncomfortable — it creates real safety and operational problems. Excess fabric can catch on equipment, restrict movement, and present an unprofessional appearance that undermines worker confidence. The Ergodyne GloWear 8274 addresses this directly by delivering a women's-specific ANSI Class 2 hi-vis shirt that fits correctly from the first day it's worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8274 is built on a women's contoured pattern — shaped through the chest and hip to eliminate the boxy, tent-like silhouette of scaled-down unisex designs. This contoured approach means the retroreflective tape and fluorescent background material sit where they're designed to be on the body, ensuring the shirt's visibility profile functions as certified. When an oversized garment bunches, folds, or rides up, the distributed retroreflective tape may no longer meet the angular visibility requirements the standard was tested against. Proper fit preserves both compliance effectiveness and worker appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe orange colorway is one of two ANSI-recognized fluorescent hi-vis colors and is standard in road construction, traffic control, and highway maintenance environments. Many DOT project specifications require orange, and the 8274 ensures female workers can meet those requirements without being issued men's sizing. This matters increasingly as construction, utilities, and municipal services actively recruit and retain female workers — having women's-specific PPE inventory is both a safety commitment and a professional signal about workforce inclusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe short sleeve design keeps the shirt practical during warm weather operations, which represent the majority of outdoor work seasons in most regions. The lightweight polyester fabric is moisture-wicking, drawing perspiration away from the skin and facilitating evaporative cooling. Workers performing physically demanding tasks in direct sun benefit significantly from fabric that manages moisture actively rather than retaining it. The short sleeve also allows full arm mobility for equipment operation, flagging, and manual tasks without restriction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a standalone certified garment, the 8274 eliminates the need for a separate hi-vis vest. This simplification matters in women's PPE programs where vest sizing is often another challenge — the shirt covers Class 2 compliance entirely on its own. The retroreflective tape integrated into the design meets nighttime visibility requirements, making the shirt appropriate for dusk, dawn, and low-light work environments as well as full daytime use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompliance and Standards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107-2020\u003c\/strong\u003e — American National Standard for High-Visibility Safety Apparel and Headwear\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType R Classification\u003c\/strong\u003e — designed for roadway and right-of-way work environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClass 2\u003c\/strong\u003e — appropriate for work environments with traffic speeds up to 50 mph\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMeets DOT and FHWA requirements for roadway work zone worker visibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompliant with OSHA 29 CFR Part 1926 construction safety standards for hi-vis PPE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReal-World Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProper fit improves compliance effectiveness.\u003c\/strong\u003e A certified garment that fits correctly ensures retroreflective tape is positioned as designed, facing outward and at the correct angles to return light to drivers. This isn't just about comfort — it's about whether the garment performs its core safety function as tested and certified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional appearance builds program credibility.\u003c\/strong\u003e Women's workwear that fits professionally communicates that a company takes its female workforce seriously. In crew environments and client-facing work, properly fitted hi-vis clothing contributes to a cohesive, professional team appearance that reflects well on the organization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReducing snag and movement hazards.\u003c\/strong\u003e Excess fabric from oversized unisex garments creates real hazard potential in environments with moving equipment, machinery, and infrastructure. A contoured women's fit reduces fabric bulk and eliminates the risk of loose material catching on tools, vehicles, or structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications and Use Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFemale road construction and highway maintenance crew members\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWomen's traffic control and flagging positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFemale utility workers in electrical, gas, water, and telecom sectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMunicipal public works departments building inclusive PPE programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWomen in survey and right-of-way inspection roles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSafety managers building female-forward PPE procurement programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDOT contract crews requiring orange specification compliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/collections\/high-visibility\"\u003eHi-Vis Safety Vests — Full Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/collections\/eye-protection\"\u003ePPE Collection — Personal Protective Equipment\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the women's 8274 fit compare to unisex hi-vis shirts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GloWear 8274 uses a women's-specific pattern with contouring through the chest and hips. This eliminates the boxy, oversized silhouette of unisex shirts that are simply scaled smaller. The result is a shirt that hangs and moves correctly on a female body, with retroreflective tape positioned as designed rather than bunched or obscured by excess fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the women's 8274 certified to the same ANSI standard as the men's versions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The GloWear 8274 meets ANSI\/ISEA 107-2020 Type R Class 2 certification — the same standard as the unisex 8282 and 8284 models. Certification applies to the garment regardless of cut, provided it meets the background and retroreflective material minimums. The 8274 achieves full Class 2 compliance in women's sizing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat sizes are available in the women's 8274?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GloWear 8274 is available in women's sizes to accommodate a range of body types. Please refer to the product listing for current size availability and the women's sizing chart to ensure correct fit selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the orange 8274 meet DOT project specifications for roadway workers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 8274 in orange meets ANSI\/ISEA 107-2020 Class 2 requirements for fluorescent orange-red background and retroreflective tape. This satisfies the majority of DOT and FHWA roadway worker visibility requirements. Always verify your specific project specification for any additional requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs a separate hi-vis vest needed over the 8274?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The GloWear 8274 is a standalone ANSI Class 2 certified garment — no separate vest is required to achieve Class 2 compliance. The shirt's design incorporates all required background and retroreflective materials within the shirt itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the 8274 be used for nighttime work zone applications?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The retroreflective tape on the 8274 functions in all lighting conditions, including nighttime, by reflecting vehicle headlights and work zone lighting back toward the source. Class 2 certification covers both daytime and nighttime use in appropriate work environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the 8274 also available in lime?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The GloWear 8274 is available in both orange and lime colorways. Both meet ANSI\/ISEA 107-2020 Type R Class 2 certification. 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Designed for road crews, utility workers, and municipal staff, this short sleeve hi-vis shirt delivers full Class 2 certification in a lightweight, comfortable format built for warm weather work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107-2020 Type R Class 2 certified\u003c\/strong\u003e — meets minimum 775 sq in fluorescent background and 201 sq in retroreflective tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFluorescent yellow-green (lime) colorway\u003c\/strong\u003e — ANSI-recognized hi-vis color with maximum daylight visibility in urban and mixed environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShort sleeve design\u003c\/strong\u003e — optimized for warm weather comfort during summer operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetroreflective tape striping\u003c\/strong\u003e — reflects vehicle headlights and work zone lighting back to the source\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight moisture-wicking polyester\u003c\/strong\u003e — keeps workers cool and dry during high-activity outdoor shifts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional collar and structured fit\u003c\/strong\u003e — appropriate for supervisory, client-facing, and inspections roles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSame model as 8282 orange\u003c\/strong\u003e — consistent sizing and fit across color variants for simplified procurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eErgodyne GloWear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8282\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8282\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLime (Fluorescent Yellow-Green)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSleeve\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShort Sleeve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eANSI\/ISEA Standard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e107-2020 Type R Class 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBackground Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e775+ sq in fluorescent fabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRetroreflective Tape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e201+ sq in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFabric\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolyester (moisture-wicking)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse Classification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType R — Roadway\/Right-of-Way\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ergodyne GloWear 8282 in lime is the same high-performing Class 2 shirt as its orange counterpart — same construction, same certification, same professional workwear design — but in fluorescent yellow-green, the colorway that specific industries, jurisdictions, and work environments prefer or require. Understanding when to deploy lime versus orange is a practical competency for any safety manager or procurement professional building a compliant hi-vis program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFluorescent yellow-green (commonly called lime) is particularly effective in environments where workers need to stand out against earth tones, brown soils, orange construction equipment, and mixed-color job sites. Because so much construction machinery is painted orange, lime-colored workers are visually distinct from the equipment background — making individual workers easier to spot at distance and reducing driver confusion. In urban utility work, where workers are surrounded by concrete, steel, and grey infrastructure, the lime colorway also provides strong contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSome state DOT specifications and local jurisdiction safety codes specifically list lime or yellow-green as the required color for certain worker classifications or project types. Electrical utility workers, telecom crews, water and sewer maintenance teams, and municipal traffic management departments frequently operate under guidelines that mandate lime. When procuring for fleet use or standing contract work, confirm your project specifications before selecting between orange and lime variants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond the color question, the 8282 lime shirt delivers all the same physical properties as the orange version. The lightweight polyester construction is breathable and moisture-wicking, making it the logical choice when crew members will be performing active physical work in warm temperatures. Short sleeves reduce thermal load while maintaining a professional collar and structured silhouette that distinguishes a quality workwear shirt from a simple safety vest layered over a t-shirt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a standalone ANSI\/ISEA 107-2020 Type R Class 2 garment, the 8282 lime shirt satisfies compliance requirements without requiring an additional vest on top. This reduces per-worker PPE costs over time, simplifies the morning gear-up process, and keeps workers wearing their hi-vis all day rather than removing layered vests when temperatures spike. Retroreflective tape integrated into the shirt's design ensures nighttime and low-light visibility is covered as well, meeting the full Class 2 standard across all lighting conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompliance and Standards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107-2020\u003c\/strong\u003e — American National Standard for High-Visibility Safety Apparel and Headwear\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType R Classification\u003c\/strong\u003e — specifically designed for roadway and right-of-way work environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClass 2\u003c\/strong\u003e — appropriate for work environments with traffic speeds up to 50 mph\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMeets DOT and FHWA requirements for roadway work zone visibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompliant with OSHA hi-vis PPE requirements for construction environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReal-World Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor coding for crew differentiation.\u003c\/strong\u003e Many safety programs use lime for general workers and orange for supervisors (or vice versa), creating instant visual hierarchy on the job site. Having both colorways in the same model family means crew differentiation is clean, consistent, and procurement-friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLime performs better around orange equipment.\u003c\/strong\u003e On job sites where excavators, dump trucks, and other orange-painted construction equipment is present, lime-wearing workers are visually distinct from the machinery. This distinction matters most when viewed from a vehicle cab or from distance, where color differentiation is the first cue a driver uses to identify a person versus a piece of equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJurisdiction compliance made easy.\u003c\/strong\u003e When your project specs call for lime, you need lime in inventory. The 8282 lime shirt lets you fulfill those specs with a trusted, certified garment without searching outside your established supply chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications and Use Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eElectrical utility line work and maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTelecom infrastructure crews near roadways\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWater and sewer maintenance teams\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMunicipal traffic and public works departments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRoad construction crews where lime is specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRailroad and transit right-of-way workers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLandscaping and arborist crews alongside roadways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/collections\/high-visibility\"\u003eHi-Vis Safety Vests — Full Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8282 Hi-Vis Class 2 Short Sleeve Shirt — Orange\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/collections\/eye-protection\"\u003ePPE Collection — Personal Protective Equipment\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between the 8282 lime and the 8282 orange?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GloWear 8282 lime and orange variants are identical in construction, certification, and design — the only difference is the colorway. Both meet ANSI\/ISEA 107-2020 Type R Class 2 certification using their respective ANSI-recognized fluorescent background colors. Color selection should be based on project specifications, environmental contrast needs, or company color-coding policies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen is lime preferred over orange for hi-vis work shirts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLime is typically preferred on job sites where workers need to stand out against orange construction equipment, in urban environments with gray or beige backgrounds, or wherever jurisdictional requirements specifically mandate fluorescent yellow-green. Electrical, telecom, and utility crews commonly use lime. Orange is more traditional in highway construction and flagging operations. When in doubt, check your project or contract specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs ANSI Class 2 sufficient for all roadway work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClass 2 meets requirements for most roadway work environments where traffic speeds are up to 50 mph and where workers have a clear line of sight to approaching vehicles. For higher-speed highways (above 50 mph), nighttime operations on major highways, or complex interchange environments, Class 3 may be required. Always consult your specific project safety plan and applicable DOT or OSHA requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this shirt differ from a hi-vis vest worn over a regular shirt?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA certified hi-vis shirt like the 8282 is a single-piece compliant garment. When wearing a vest over a non-compliant shirt, the shirt adds no hi-vis value — only the vest matters for compliance. 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Workers who know their size in the orange version can order the same size in lime without sizing concerns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan this shirt be worn in cool weather environments with a layer underneath?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8282 is designed as a warm-weather shirt, but it can be worn as an outer layer over a base layer in transitional or mild cool weather. 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The short sleeve design in \u003cstrong\u003efluorescent orange-red\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers maximum heat dissipation during summer operations while meeting full Class 2 retroreflective tape and background material requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107-2020 Type R Class 2 certified\u003c\/strong\u003e — meets minimum 775 sq in fluorescent background and 201 sq in retroreflective tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShort sleeve construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — optimized for warm weather and high-activity work in summer conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFluorescent orange-red fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e — ANSI-recognized hi-vis color with strong contrast against natural environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetroreflective tape striping\u003c\/strong\u003e — reflects vehicle headlights and light sources back to the driver\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight polyester fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e — moisture-wicking properties keep workers cool during extended outdoor shifts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional fit and finish\u003c\/strong\u003e — collar and structured design for a workwear-appropriate appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eErgodyne GloWear brand\u003c\/strong\u003e — industry-standard hi-vis apparel across the full PPE spectrum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eErgodyne GloWear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8282\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8282\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange (Fluorescent Orange-Red)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSleeve\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShort Sleeve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eANSI\/ISEA Standard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e107-2020 Type R Class 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBackground Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e775+ sq in fluorescent fabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRetroreflective Tape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e201+ sq in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFabric\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolyester (moisture-wicking)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse Classification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType R — Roadway\/Right-of-Way\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor workers logging full shifts alongside active traffic in warm conditions, the Ergodyne GloWear 8282 Short Sleeve Orange Shirt strikes the right balance between compliance and comfort. ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 2 certification means this shirt is approved for road construction, traffic control, utility corridors, and any work environment where workers are exposed to vehicle traffic. The short sleeve format makes it the go-to choice when temperatures rise and layering is not practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe fluorescent orange-red colorway is one of two ANSI-recognized hi-vis background colors, and it's the traditional choice for highway construction and roadway maintenance environments. Orange offers strong visual contrast against natural terrain, brown earth, and grey asphalt — the exact backdrops that road crews work against daily. The fluorescence in the fabric amplifies visibility under natural daylight far beyond what standard non-fluorescent fabrics can provide, allowing approaching drivers to detect workers at greater distances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRetroreflective tape integrated into the shirt's design reflects light directly back toward its source. In practical terms, this means vehicle headlights illuminate the worker's position in low-light conditions — dusk, dawn, overcast weather, and nighttime work zones. Class 2 certification requires a minimum of 201 square inches of retroreflective material, and the 8282's design meets this standard while maintaining a shirt profile that doesn't restrict movement or feel cumbersome on long shifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe polyester fabric construction is selected for its thermal management properties. Polyester wicks moisture away from the skin, allowing evaporative cooling to function more effectively than cotton alternatives. This is particularly important in road work environments where workers may be operating equipment, directing traffic, or performing physically demanding tasks in full sun for hours at a time. The shirt's lightweight construction minimizes thermal load while keeping the retroreflective tape and background material correctly positioned and visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8282 is designed as a standalone compliant garment — workers don't need an additional vest worn over it to satisfy Class 2 requirements. This simplification reduces PPE layering complexity and improves comfort, particularly in hot conditions where every additional layer contributes to heat stress risk. The professional collar and structured shirt design also means the 8282 is appropriate for client-facing roles, supervisory positions, and situations where a polished appearance matters alongside compliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompliance and Standards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107-2020\u003c\/strong\u003e — American National Standard for High-Visibility Safety Apparel and Headwear\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType R Classification\u003c\/strong\u003e — designed for roadway and right-of-way work environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClass 2\u003c\/strong\u003e — appropriate for work environments with traffic moving at speeds up to 50 mph\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMeets DOT and FHWA visibility requirements for active roadway work zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompliant with OSHA 29 CFR Part 1926 construction safety standards for hi-vis PPE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReal-World Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComfort compliance equals consistent use.\u003c\/strong\u003e PPE that workers find uncomfortable gets left in the truck. The GloWear 8282's short sleeve, lightweight construction reduces the friction between compliance requirements and actual worker behavior. When the shirt is cool and comfortable to wear, workers keep it on throughout the shift — which is the only scenario where it can do its job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandalone certification reduces layering.\u003c\/strong\u003e A standalone Class 2 shirt eliminates the need for a separate compliant vest over a non-compliant shirt. This means fewer PPE items per worker, simplified inventory management, and no argument about whether the vest-shirt combination meets compliance requirements — the shirt is certified on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrange specification compliance.\u003c\/strong\u003e Many DOT project contracts and state highway specifications explicitly require orange hi-vis for roadway crews. Having orange-specific inventory available ensures your workers are compliant with project requirements before work begins, not scrambling to replace lime gear at the start of a new contract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications and Use Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRoad construction and highway resurfacing crews\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTraffic control and flagger operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUtility maintenance in active roadway corridors\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMunicipal street and public works departments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eParking lot and traffic management staff\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDelivery and logistics workers near roadways\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDOT project crews requiring orange specification compliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/collections\/high-visibility\"\u003eHi-Vis Safety Vests — Full Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/collections\/eye-protection\"\u003ePPE Collection — Personal Protective Equipment\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the GloWear 8282 a standalone Class 2 garment or does it need a vest?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GloWear 8282 is a standalone ANSI\/ISEA 107-2020 Type R Class 2 certified garment. It does not require a separate hi-vis vest to meet Class 2 compliance — the shirt itself carries the full certification. Workers can wear it as their sole hi-vis item in Class 2 required environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between ANSI Type R and Type O hi-vis garments?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eType R (Roadway) garments are designed for workers in roadway and right-of-way environments and must meet stricter background and retroreflective material requirements. Type O (Off-Road) garments are for non-roadway work environments such as warehouses or manufacturing floors. The 8282 is Type R rated, making it appropriate for traffic-adjacent work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose orange over lime for a Class 2 shirt?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth orange and lime are ANSI-recognized hi-vis colors. Orange is commonly specified in DOT highway construction contracts and provides strong contrast against green vegetation and gray road surfaces. Lime is often preferred in environments with earth tones or when workers need to stand out against construction equipment. Check your project specs to confirm which color is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the 8282 be worn in Class 3 required environments?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The 8282 meets Class 2 requirements. Class 3 environments — typically high-speed roadways above 50 mph or high-risk work zones — require a garment or combination of garments meeting the higher Class 3 material minimums (1,240 sq in background, 310 sq in retroreflective). For Class 3 requirements, consider a Class 3 hoodie or vest upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should hi-vis shirts be laundered to maintain certification?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow the garment care label instructions. Generally, hi-vis polyester shirts should be machine washed in warm water with mild detergent, tumble dried on low heat, and never dry cleaned or bleached. Avoid fabric softeners, which can coat retroreflective tape and reduce reflectivity. Inspect the retroreflective tape regularly and replace the garment if tape degrades significantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat sizes does the 8282 come in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GloWear 8282 is available in a range of sizes from small through 5XL to accommodate diverse workforce needs. Please refer to the product listing for current size availability and sizing charts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this shirt work for nighttime work zone use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The retroreflective tape on the 8282 is specifically designed to function during low-light and nighttime conditions by reflecting vehicle headlights back toward the driver. 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Built to meet \u003cstrong\u003eType R Class 2 requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e, this long sleeve hi-vis shirt combines fluorescent orange-red background fabric with retroreflective striping to keep workers visible to approaching traffic — day or night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107-2020 Type R Class 2 certified\u003c\/strong\u003e — meets minimum 775 sq in fluorescent background and 201 sq in retroreflective tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong sleeve design\u003c\/strong\u003e — provides UV protection and sun coverage during warm and transitional seasons\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFluorescent orange-red colorway\u003c\/strong\u003e — high-contrast against natural environments such as vegetation and terrain\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetroreflective tape striping\u003c\/strong\u003e — reflects headlights and light sources back to the driver for low-light and nighttime visibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight breathable fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e — moisture-wicking polyester keeps workers cool on the job\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eButton or snap front closure\u003c\/strong\u003e — easy donning and doffing in the field\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eErgodyne GloWear quality\u003c\/strong\u003e — trusted brand with a full range of hi-vis workwear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eErgodyne GloWear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8284O\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8284O\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange (Fluorescent Orange-Red)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSleeve\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong Sleeve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eANSI\/ISEA Standard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e107-2020 Type R Class 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBackground Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e775+ sq in fluorescent fabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRetroreflective Tape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e201+ sq in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFabric\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolyester (moisture-wicking)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClosure\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eButton\/snap front\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse Classification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType R — Roadway\/Right-of-Way\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you're working alongside active traffic, in a utility corridor, or managing flagging operations on a highway, your high-visibility gear is your first line of defense. The Ergodyne GloWear 8284O is engineered specifically for workers who need that protection across the full length of their arms — not just on the torso. Its long sleeve construction addresses a real gap in the hi-vis market: many Class 2 shirts are short-sleeved, which leaves forearms and wrists exposed to UV radiation on sunny days and reduces the overall visibility profile of the worker at distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8284O uses fluorescent orange-red fabric — one of two ANSI-recognized hi-vis background colors — which provides maximum contrast in natural settings where lime\/yellow might blend with vegetation. Orange is frequently mandated by DOT project specifications and is a traditional standard in road construction and traffic control environments. It's important to distinguish orange from standard safety orange: this is fluorescent orange-red, which dramatically amplifies visual impact under daylight conditions compared to non-fluorescent material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRetroreflective tape is integrated into the shirt's design in compliance with ANSI\/ISEA 107-2020 Class 2 requirements. The tape reflects light — including vehicle headlights — directly back toward the source, ensuring workers remain visible in dusk, dawn, and nighttime work conditions. Class 2 is the minimum requirement for workers exposed to traffic traveling at speeds up to 50 mph, making this shirt compliant with the majority of roadway safety programs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe long sleeve format also provides meaningful sun protection during extended outdoor shifts. Workers in road construction, utilities maintenance, and municipal services often spend full 8-10 hour shifts in direct sunlight. Reducing UV exposure through covered arms is both a health consideration and a comfort factor that reduces fatigue over long shifts. The lightweight polyester fabric is designed to breathe and wick moisture, keeping the wearer cooler than heavier materials while maintaining the structural integrity needed to hold retroreflective tape in position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eErgodyne's GloWear line is a benchmark in the professional safety apparel market. The 8284O pairs directly with the \u003cstrong\u003e8284Y2 lime colorway\u003c\/strong\u003e for supervisors or safety managers who need to maintain color coding across their crews. Having both orange and lime variants in a single model family simplifies procurement and ensures consistent compliance documentation across your PPE program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompliance and Standards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107-2020\u003c\/strong\u003e — American National Standard for High-Visibility Safety Apparel and Headwear\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType R Classification\u003c\/strong\u003e — designed for roadway and right-of-way work environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClass 2\u003c\/strong\u003e — suitable for work environments with traffic up to 50 mph, complex backgrounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMeets DOT and MUTCD requirements for worker visibility in active traffic zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompliant with OSHA 29 CFR 1926.201 flagging operations visibility standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReal-World Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong sleeve coverage matters.\u003c\/strong\u003e Workers in warm climates often skip arm coverage because standard short-sleeve shirts feel cooler. The 8284O's breathable polyester construction addresses this directly — the long sleeve is comfortable enough to wear through summer months while providing meaningful UV protection and increasing the total visibility profile. A worker with covered arms has more retroreflective surface area visible to drivers, improving detection distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrange vs. lime is a real operational decision.\u003c\/strong\u003e Lime\/yellow hi-vis is often preferred in environments with lots of earth tones and construction equipment. Orange is preferred where vegetation is present or where traditional road construction color coding applies. Having orange-specific inventory ensures your crew meets project specs without improvising.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReduced PPE program complexity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Sourcing a long sleeve shirt from the same GloWear family as vests, jackets, and other apparel items simplifies procurement and ensures consistent branding and compliance across your full hi-vis PPE program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications and Use Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRoad construction and highway resurfacing crews\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTraffic control and flagging operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUtility maintenance (electric, gas, water) in roadway corridors\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMunicipal public works departments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAirport ground crew in transitional weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSurvey crews and right-of-way inspectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLandscaping and tree trimming crews near roadways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/collections\/high-visibility\"\u003eHi-Vis Safety Vests — Full Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8284Y2 Hi-Vis Class 2 Long Sleeve Shirt — Lime\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/collections\/eye-protection\"\u003ePPE Collection — Personal Protective Equipment\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between ANSI Class 2 and Class 3 hi-vis shirts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClass 2 requires a minimum of 775 square inches of fluorescent background material and 201 square inches of retroreflective tape. Class 3 requires 1,240 square inches of background and 310 square inches of retroreflective material. Class 3 is required in higher-risk environments such as highway construction with traffic exceeding 50 mph. The 8284O meets Class 2 requirements, which covers the majority of road work and utility applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan this shirt be worn as the sole hi-vis garment or does it need a vest over it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GloWear 8284O is a standalone ANSI\/ISEA 107-2020 Type R Class 2 garment — it does not require a vest worn over it to meet compliance. It carries the full Class 2 certification on its own. However, for Class 3 environments, you would need to supplement with additional hi-vis pieces or upgrade to a Class 3 garment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is orange used instead of lime yellow for some job sites?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth fluorescent orange-red and fluorescent yellow-green are ANSI-recognized hi-vis background colors. Orange provides high contrast in environments with green vegetation or where lime might blend into surrounding colors. Many state DOT specifications and highway construction contracts specify orange for road crews, making it important to have orange-compliant inventory available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this shirt appropriate for summer heat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 8284O is constructed from lightweight, moisture-wicking polyester that is designed for warm weather wear. The long sleeve design actually helps regulate temperature by blocking direct sun from heating the skin. Workers often find covered arms more comfortable in direct sunlight than bare arms once they've adapted to the fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the long sleeve design affect ANSI certification?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — the long sleeve design simply means more surface area is covered. The ANSI\/ISEA 107 standard defines minimum areas for background and retroreflective materials. Long sleeve shirts typically exceed the minimum background material requirement, which can offer a higher effective visibility profile than some short-sleeve designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the 8284O compare to the 8284Y2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8284O and 8284Y2 are the same shirt model in different colorways — orange and lime respectively. Both meet ANSI\/ISEA 107-2020 Type R Class 2 certification. Color selection typically depends on jobsite specification, company policy, or the visual environment where workers are deployed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat sizes are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GloWear 8284O is available in a range of sizes to accommodate diverse workforces. Please check the product listing for current size availability, including extended sizing options for broader workforce coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ergodyne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44039494205528,"sku":"8284O","price":18.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/1900\/0920\/files\/61rvvJMcmnL.jpg?v=1777259603"},{"product_id":"ergodyne-glowear-8284y2-hi-vis-class-2-shirt-lime","title":"Ergodyne GloWear 8284Y2 Hi-Vis Type R Class 2 Long Sleeve Shirt — Lime","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8284Y2 Hi-Vis Type R Class 2 Long Sleeve Safety Shirt in Lime\/Yellow\u003c\/strong\u003e provides ANSI\/ISEA 107-certified high-visibility protection with the added sun protection, warmth, and arm coverage that long sleeve construction makes possible. The Y2 colorway's bright lime\/yellow fluorescent fabric delivers maximum daytime visibility across a full range of roadway, utility, and rail work environments, while 2-inch retroreflective tape ensures worker detection by vehicle operators after dark and in low-light conditions. With 775+ square inches of fluorescent material meeting Type R Class 2 requirements, the 8284Y2 is engineered for road construction crews, utility lineworkers, and rail maintenance workers who need ANSI-compliant hi-vis apparel with full arm coverage for sun protection and cooler-weather versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 2 Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e 775+ sq in fluorescent material, 201+ sq in retroreflective tape — full roadway worker compliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLime\/Yellow (Y2) Colorway:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-contrast lime\/yellow fluorescent fabric for maximum daytime visibility in roadway and utility environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong Sleeve Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full arm coverage for UV sun protection, cool weather comfort, and protection from environmental abrasion\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2-Inch Retroreflective Tape:\u003c\/strong\u003e MUTCD-compliant silver retroreflective banding on torso and shoulders for nighttime worker visibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture-Wicking Performance Fabric:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wicks perspiration away from the body to manage worker comfort during physical outdoor tasks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eErgodyne GloWear Engineering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purpose-designed for roadway and utility work by a dedicated safety workwear brand\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull Size Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available from small through 4XL+ to equip diverse road construction and utility crews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8284Y2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8284Y2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eANSI Classification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType R Class 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSleeve Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong sleeve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLime\/Yellow (Y2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFluorescent Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e775+ sq in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRetroreflective Tape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-inch silver, MUTCD compliant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eANSI Standard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoad work, utilities, rail maintenance, survey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompliance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMUTCD, FHWA Worker Visibility Rule\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GloWear 8284Y2 fills a critical need in hi-vis workwear programs: a long-sleeve ANSI-compliant shirt that provides sun protection and warmth retention without sacrificing the visibility performance that keeps roadway and utility workers safe. While short-sleeve hi-vis shirts dominate during peak summer heat, experienced safety professionals know that long-sleeve garments serve important protective functions throughout the broader work season — and even in summer conditions where prolonged UV exposure and skin damage are legitimate occupational health concerns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lime\/yellow (Y2) colorway is one of two ANSI-recognized fluorescent background colors, alongside fluorescent orange-red. Lime\/yellow offers particularly strong contrast in daylight conditions against common roadway backgrounds — asphalt, concrete, brown earthwork, and grey equipment — making workers highly visible to approaching vehicle operators at longer detection distances. Many state DOT specifications and highway agencies specify lime\/yellow as the preferred or required color for their field crews, and the Y2 designation ensures this specific fluorescent standard is met.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong sleeve hi-vis shirts serve multiple protective functions beyond simple weather adaptation. In spring and fall shoulder seasons, when temperatures are cool in the morning and warm by midday, workers frequently face the dilemma of layering appropriately without creating a hi-vis compliance gap. A long-sleeve hi-vis shirt worn alone provides Class 2 compliance throughout the temperature swing without requiring removal of a vest or jacket that would expose a non-compliant base layer beneath. This simplicity in layering management is a meaningful practical advantage for field crews.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUV protection is an increasingly recognized occupational health concern for outdoor workers. Road construction crews, utility lineworkers, and survey professionals can accumulate tens of thousands of hours of direct sun exposure over a career. OSHA and NIOSH have both acknowledged outdoor UV exposure as a workplace health hazard in guidance documents. The long sleeve construction of the 8284Y2 physically covers the forearms and upper arms — the areas of highest UV accumulation for workers who frequently look upward or reach overhead — providing a meaningful reduction in cumulative UV dose compared to short-sleeve alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor rail maintenance and railroad right-of-way operations, long-sleeve hi-vis shirts are often standard or mandatory. Rail environments combine high-speed train approaches with physical track work that exposes workers to sun, wind, and environmental temperature variation. The 8284Y2's long sleeve construction and ANSI Type R Class 2 certification satisfy the hi-vis requirements common in rail maintenance-of-way safety programs, and the moisture-wicking fabric handles the physical demands of track work in all but the coldest conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2-inch retroreflective tape placement on the 8284Y2 follows ANSI\/ISEA 107 geometric requirements for torso and shoulder banding. This tape configuration creates a worker silhouette that vehicle operators can recognize as a human figure at significant distances in headlight conditions — a critical factor in nighttime road work safety. The long sleeve design integrates the arm coverage into the overall retroreflective geometry, contributing to a more complete body outline signature than short-sleeve garments when workers are seen from angles that expose the arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompliance and Standards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107:\u003c\/strong\u003e American National Standard for High-Visibility Safety Apparel; Type R Class 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMUTCD:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices; Class 2 minimum for roadway work zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFHWA Worker Visibility Rule (23 CFR Part 634):\u003c\/strong\u003e Federal minimum of ANSI Class 2 for federally funded highway right-of-way work\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOSHA 29 CFR 1926.201:\u003c\/strong\u003e Construction flagging and high-visibility requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReal-World Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor safety officers managing year-round road construction or utility programs, the 8284Y2 long-sleeve shirt provides a single garment that covers the full non-peak-summer work season while maintaining Class 2 compliance independent of additional hi-vis vests or jackets. This reduces the number of garment layers workers must manage and eliminates the compliance risk associated with vest removal during physical activity. Workers who are hot enough to remove their vest but can tolerate a long-sleeve shirt remain in compliance — a subtle but significant behavioral advantage in warm weather. The lime\/yellow color also performs exceptionally well in the low-angle light of early mornings and late afternoons that characterize much of the actual working day in road construction environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications and Use Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoad Construction and Highway Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e All-season hi-vis compliance for asphalt, concrete, and earthwork operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUtility Line Work:\u003c\/strong\u003e Electric transmission, distribution, and telecommunications crews adjacent to roadways\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRailroad Maintenance-of-Way:\u003c\/strong\u003e Track work, right-of-way maintenance, and rail infrastructure inspection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurvey and Engineering Field Crews:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long-exposure outdoor work with combined UV protection and hi-vis compliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDOT and Municipal Operations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Public works and transportation agency crews requiring MUTCD-compliant hi-vis apparel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePipeline and Energy Infrastructure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Field operations in active traffic corridors and highway utility corridors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/collections\/high-visibility\"\u003eShop All Hi-Vis Safety Vests and Shirts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/collections\/eye-protection\"\u003eShop All PPE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the Y2 in the GloWear 8284Y2 model number mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Y2 suffix designates the lime\/yellow (Y) fluorescent colorway in Class 2 (2) configuration. Ergodyne uses alphanumeric suffixes in their GloWear line to indicate color and classification — Y2 indicates lime\/yellow Type R Class 2, while O2 would indicate orange Class 2, and so on. Always confirm the model suffix matches your jurisdiction's color requirements before procurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs lime\/yellow or orange better for road work visibility?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth lime\/yellow and orange are ANSI-recognized fluorescent colors. Lime\/yellow provides stronger contrast against most common roadway backgrounds (asphalt, concrete, soil) in daylight conditions and is often preferred for highest-visibility applications. Orange has a long tradition in road work and is specified by some state DOT standards. Check your state DOT and project specifications — some require orange while others accept either color. The 8284Y2 in lime\/yellow meets requirements in all jurisdictions that accept either color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the long sleeve design cause overheating in summer road work conditions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8284Y2 is built with moisture-wicking performance fabric designed to manage heat and perspiration in outdoor work conditions. That said, individual heat tolerance varies and summer conditions on hot asphalt surfaces can be extreme. For peak summer heat, a short-sleeve hi-vis shirt may be more comfortable. For the shoulder seasons and early\/late work hours, the long sleeve design provides warmth and sun protection without significant overheating concern for most workers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the 8284Y2 be worn as a standalone Class 2 garment without a vest?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The GloWear 8284Y2 is independently ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 2 certified as a standalone garment — no vest is required to achieve Class 2 compliance when wearing this shirt. This is its key advantage over non-hi-vis base layers worn under Class 2 vests: if the vest is removed, compliance is lost. With the 8284Y2, compliance is built into the shirt itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the long sleeve 8284Y2 compare to wearing a Class 2 vest over a regular long-sleeve shirt?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hi-vis vest over a non-hi-vis long-sleeve shirt may expose the sleeves — which are not hi-vis — in ways that reduce the overall visual profile of the worker, particularly when viewed from the side or when arms are raised or extended. The 8284Y2's integrated long-sleeve hi-vis construction creates a fully hi-vis arm and torso profile, contributing more complete retroreflective geometry than a vest-only solution where the arms are covered in non-reflective fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the 8284Y2 compliant for FHWA federally funded highway projects?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The FHWA Worker Visibility Rule (23 CFR Part 634) requires a minimum of ANSI\/ISEA 107 Class 2 compliant high-visibility apparel for workers in the right-of-way of federally funded highway projects. The GloWear 8284Y2's Type R Class 2 certification meets this federal standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat sizes does the Ergodyne GloWear 8284Y2 come in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GloWear 8284Y2 is available in a full range of sizes to equip diverse road construction and utility crews. Specific size availability varies by retailer and inventory. 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The BKO colorway combines fluorescent orange with black accent panels — meeting all Type R Class 2 requirements for fluorescent material coverage and retroreflective tape while projecting a cleaner, more professional look than standard all-orange hi-vis. With 775+ square inches of fluorescent material and 2-inch retroreflective tape meeting MUTCD requirements, the 8286BKO is built for road construction crews, utility workers, survey teams, and DOT personnel who need compliant high-visibility clothing that also meets the appearance standards of professional public-facing roles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 2 Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full compliance with roadway worker hi-vis requirements — 775+ sq in fluorescent material, 201+ sq in retroreflective tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrange\/Black (BKO) Colorway:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fluorescent orange body with black accent panels — maintains ANSI compliance while delivering a more professional, contractor-grade appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2-Inch Retroreflective Tape:\u003c\/strong\u003e MUTCD-compliant silver retroreflective stripe placement for nighttime and low-light worker visibility to vehicle operators\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShort Sleeve Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Appropriate for warm-weather road work, summer construction seasons, and high-exertion outdoor tasks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture-Wicking Fabric:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wicks sweat away from the body to maintain worker comfort during physical outdoor work in warm conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eErgodyne GloWear Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Professional-grade hi-vis workwear from a recognized safety brand trusted by DOT and road construction professionals\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultiple Size Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available across a full range of sizes to accommodate diverse road and utility crews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8286BKO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8286BKO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eANSI Classification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType R Class 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSleeve Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShort sleeve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange with Black accent panels (BKO)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFluorescent Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e775+ sq in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRetroreflective Tape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-inch silver, MUTCD compliant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eANSI Standard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoad construction, utilities, survey, DOT operations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompliance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMUTCD (Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 2 is the baseline high-visibility standard for most roadway and highway work environments in the United States. It requires a minimum of 775 square inches of fluorescent background material and at least 201 square inches of retroreflective tape, arranged in configurations specified by the standard to maximize worker visibility to approaching vehicle operators. The Ergodyne GloWear 8286BKO meets these requirements while introducing black accent panels that have become increasingly standard in professional roadway PPE.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black accent panels on the BKO model serve both aesthetic and practical purposes. Aesthetically, they produce a cleaner, more professional appearance than solid-orange hi-vis garments — an important factor for utility crews, survey teams, and DOT personnel who represent public-facing organizations and work near the traveling public. Practically, the black panels provide contrast framing that makes the fluorescent orange zones more visually distinct to approaching drivers, particularly at transition angles where uniform orange garments can blend with the surrounding environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe retroreflective tape configuration on the 8286BKO is positioned to provide maximum worker outline visibility from the driver's perspective. Horizontal tape bands encircle the torso, and shoulder\/chest tape placement creates the vertical silhouette cues that help drivers identify the figure as a human worker rather than a stationary object or sign. This MUTCD-aligned placement is not accidental — Ergodyne engineers the GloWear line specifically to the geometric requirements that maximize worker detection time for approaching vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShort sleeve construction makes the 8286BKO the appropriate choice during the primary road construction season — spring through fall in most U.S. climate zones — when temperatures make long-sleeve garments uncomfortable and impractical. Road construction crews typically work in full sun, often on hot asphalt surfaces that radiate additional heat. Worker heat stress is a real safety risk on summer job sites, and hi-vis garments that trap heat contribute to heat illness risk. The 8286BKO's short sleeve design and moisture-wicking fabric help manage this thermal burden, keeping workers cooler and more comfortable throughout long shifts in warm conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor procurement managers equipping road construction crews, survey crews, or utility line crews, the GloWear 8286BKO offers the combination of ANSI compliance, practical durability, and professional appearance in a recognized brand. Ergodyne has built the GloWear line around the specific needs of roadway workers — not as an afterthought to a broader workwear catalog, but as the core of their hi-vis product strategy. This focus produces garments with the reflective tape placement, fabric performance, and compliance engineering that DOT and contractor safety officers expect from hi-vis workwear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompliance and Standards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107:\u003c\/strong\u003e American National Standard for High-Visibility Safety Apparel and Accessories; Type R (Roadway) Class 2 designation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMUTCD (Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices):\u003c\/strong\u003e Federal standard for worker visibility in roadway work zones; requires Class 2 minimum for most operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOSHA 29 CFR 1926.201:\u003c\/strong\u003e Construction industry flagging and signaling requirements; hi-vis apparel required for flaggers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFHWA Worker Visibility Rule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Federal Highway Administration requirement for Class 2 minimum hi-vis apparel for workers in federally funded highway right-of-way\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReal-World Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black accent panels on the 8286BKO offer a compliance benefit that isn't immediately obvious: they tend to increase worker acceptance and daily wear compliance on crews where all-orange hi-vis is perceived as unflattering or unprofessional. When workers are proud of their PPE appearance — or at minimum not embarrassed by it — they are more consistent about wearing it correctly throughout the shift. Higher hi-vis compliance on road work crews translates directly to better motorist detection, fewer close-call incidents, and a stronger overall safety culture. For safety managers tired of fighting the \"my hi-vis is in my truck\" problem, a more professional-looking garment option is a legitimate behavioral intervention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications and Use Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoad Construction and Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lane closure work, paving, striping, and roadway repair operations in active traffic zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighway Survey and Engineering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roadside survey crews in active and adjacent traffic environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUtility Corridor Work:\u003c\/strong\u003e Electric, gas, and water utility crews working adjacent to roadway rights-of-way\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDOT and Municipal Operations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Department of Transportation and public works crews with MUTCD compliance requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraffic Control and Flagging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flagger operations requiring ANSI\/ISEA 107 Class 2 minimum compliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRailroad and Transit Adjacent Work:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-visibility requirements for workers near active transit corridors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/collections\/high-visibility\"\u003eShop All Hi-Vis Safety Vests and Shirts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/collections\/eye-protection\"\u003eShop All PPE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the black on the GloWear 8286BKO affect its ANSI Class 2 compliance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The black accent panels are positioned so that the required 775+ square inches of fluorescent background material and 201+ square inches of retroreflective tape remain fully intact. ANSI\/ISEA 107 specifies minimum quantities and arrangement of these materials — the 8286BKO meets these requirements while incorporating the black panels in non-compliance-critical zones. The garment carries official ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 2 certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between ANSI Class 2 and Class 3 hi-vis?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClass 2 requires a minimum of 775 square inches of fluorescent background material and 201 square inches of retroreflective tape, making it the standard for most road construction and utility work. Class 3 requires 1,240 square inches of fluorescent material and is required for higher-speed or higher-risk work zones such as interstate highway operations above 50 mph. The 8286BKO is Class 2, appropriate for the majority of road work environments and required by MUTCD for most standard work zone operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs a short sleeve hi-vis shirt appropriate for year-round road work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe short sleeve 8286BKO is ideal for warm-weather road work from late spring through early fall in most U.S. regions. For cold-weather operations, a long-sleeve hi-vis shirt, hi-vis jacket, or hi-vis vest worn over insulating layers is more appropriate. Ergodyne's GloWear line includes long-sleeve and outerwear options to complete a year-round hi-vis PPE program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the 8286BKO meet FHWA worker visibility requirements for federally funded highway projects?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The FHWA Worker Visibility Rule (23 CFR Part 634) requires a minimum of ANSI\/ISEA 107 Class 2 compliant hi-vis apparel for workers within the right-of-way of federally funded highway projects. The GloWear 8286BKO's Type R Class 2 certification meets this federal requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should the 8286BKO be laundered to maintain retroreflective performance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMachine wash in cold or warm water with mild detergent. Avoid bleach and fabric softeners, which can degrade retroreflective tape adhesion and fluorescent dye performance over time. Tumble dry on low heat or hang to dry. Inspect retroreflective tape before each use for peeling, cracking, or reduced reflectivity — replace the garment when tape performance degrades below visible standards. Ergodyne provides care label instructions specific to each GloWear model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan this shirt be worn under a hi-vis safety vest to satisfy Class 3 requirements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Class 2 shirt worn under a Class 2 vest does not automatically produce Class 3 compliance — Class 3 certification requires a single garment meeting the full Class 3 material and tape specifications. For work environments requiring Class 3, select a specifically certified Class 3 garment. That said, layering hi-vis garments adds redundant visibility for workers in extremely high-risk zones even when a single certified Class 3 garment is the compliance mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the 8286BKO available in lime\/yellow as well as orange?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8286BKO designates the orange\/black colorway (BK = black panels, O = orange). Ergodyne offers GloWear shirts in lime\/yellow colorways under different model numbers. Both orange and lime\/yellow are recognized ANSI\/ISEA 107 fluorescent colors — lime\/yellow provides better contrast in some lighting conditions while orange is traditional for road work and is required by some state DOT specifications. Check your jurisdiction's specific hi-vis color requirements before specifying one color over the other.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ergodyne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44039497908312,"sku":"8286BKO","price":21.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/1900\/0920\/files\/61JE_CrYFKL.jpg?v=1777259780"},{"product_id":"ergodyne-glowear-8282-class-2-hi-vis-short-sleeve-safety-shirt","title":"Ergodyne GloWear 8282 Class 2 Hi-Vis Short Sleeve Safety Shirt","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8282 Hi-Vis Safety Shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e provides ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 2 certified high-visibility protection in a short sleeve construction with all-lime standard fabric — delivering Class 2 compliance in a short sleeve all-lime configuration for construction workers, utility personnel, and maintenance crews who require Class 2 hi-vis certification in warm summer conditions with the thermal relief of short sleeve coverage and the straightforward compliance profile of full lime fluorescent construction. The 8282 is Ergodyne's Class 2 standard-fabric short sleeve all-lime hi-vis shirt — the short sleeve counterpart to the 8284Y long sleeve, providing the same all-lime Class 2 certification in a short sleeve format appropriate for summer heat and warm climate operations where thermal comfort directly affects wearing compliance. ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 2 certification requires 775 square inches of fluorescent background material and 201 square inches of retroreflective tape — the 8282's short sleeve all-lime construction achieves these requirements within the torso and short sleeve area for certification compliance without the additional arm coverage of long sleeve designs. Short sleeve Class 2 shirts address the compliance-comfort conflict that summer hi-vis programs face: workers wearing long sleeve hi-vis garments in summer heat experience significant thermal discomfort that drives informal compliance workarounds (rolled sleeves, unauthorized shirt substitution), while short sleeve certified alternatives provide the required class level in a thermally manageable format that workers wear correctly through hot afternoon shifts. All-lime construction provides the simplest possible compliance profile for Class 2 programs — full fluorescent coverage throughout the visible garment area, no panel-area calculations required, immediate visual confirmation of background material coverage at a glance during PPE compliance walks. Standard fabric keeps per-unit cost appropriate for large-fleet Class 2 programs where the performance fabric premium is not warranted by the workforce's activity level and sweat management requirements, or where program budgets favor cost-effective compliance over premium comfort features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8282 Class 2 Hi-Vis Short Sleeve Safety Shirt — Key Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 2 certified\u003c\/strong\u003e — conspicuity for controlled lower-speed traffic environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShort sleeve construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — thermal relief for summer outdoor and warm-climate compliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll-lime construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — full fluorescent background material throughout, simplest compliance profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard hi-vis fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e — cost-effective Class 2 for high-volume program procurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetroreflective tape\u003c\/strong\u003e — low-light and nighttime vehicle-driver conspicuity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8282\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eErgodyne GloWear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType R Class 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShort sleeve shirt, full lime\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard hi-vis fabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHi-Vis Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLime\/yellow-green fluorescent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStandard Fabric Short Sleeve Class 2: Cost-Effective Summer Compliance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8282 occupies the most cost-effective position in Ergodyne's Class 2 short sleeve range — providing the summer compliance solution that short sleeve design delivers without the performance fabric premium of the 8292. For Class 2 programs where budget management across large crews and frequent replacement cycles is a primary consideration, and where performance moisture-wicking fabric's benefits are not the priority specification for the workforce's activity level, the 8282 delivers the essential compliance package: short sleeve thermal relief that improves summer wearing compliance, all-lime background material for straightforward inspection verification, and Class 2 certification in a cost-effective standard fabric. The practical case for short sleeve Class 2 in summer operations is consistent across construction and utility program types: workers in long sleeve garments during summer heat routinely find ways to reduce thermal load that compromise certification compliance — rolling sleeves, wearing unauthorized non-certified substitutes, or simply removing the garment during peak heat periods and relying on proximity-to-vehicle risk reduction rather than PPE compliance. A certified short sleeve alternative eliminates the motivation for these workarounds by providing a compliant garment that workers can wear comfortably through summer shift conditions. Safety programs that implement formal summer\/winter garment rotations — long sleeve Class 2 for cooler months (UV coverage, wind protection), short sleeve Class 2 for summer months (thermal relief) — find the 8282 short sleeve serves the warm-season rotation at cost appropriate to the full rotation procurement. All-lime construction means the 8282 delivers immediate visual compliance to supervisors and OSHA inspectors without requiring panel inspection: lime everywhere, tape in position, Class 2 certified — the shortest possible compliance verification pathway for the largest-volume PPE category in most construction programs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompliance and Certifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107\u003c\/strong\u003e — Type R Class 2 certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMUTCD compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e — meets requirements for applicable lower-speed work zone environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReal-World Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShort sleeve construction resolves the summer compliance-comfort conflict for Class 2 programs in warm climates — providing a certified alternative that workers actually wear through summer heat rather than a technically compliant long sleeve garment that generates informal modification behaviors that undermine actual certification compliance.\u003c\/strong\u003e Construction program safety managers who implement short sleeve Class 2 options for summer operations report reduced instances of sleeve rolling, garment substitution, and mid-shift PPE removal compared to long sleeve-only programs in hot weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll-lime standard fabric provides the simplest compliance verification at the lowest per-unit cost for high-volume Class 2 programs — delivering ANSI 107 certification with immediate visual confirmation of full background material coverage at a procurement cost appropriate for large-fleet seasonal programs.\u003c\/strong\u003e Utility and construction companies procuring Class 2 shirts at scale find all-lime standard fabric short sleeve options provide the best cost-compliance balance for summer programs across large crews where performance fabric premiums are not warranted by the specific workforce role characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications and Use Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer construction — Class 2 standard short sleeve for general worker programs in heat\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8282 for construction workers in Class 2 environments during summer seasons where standard fabric short sleeve provides compliant summer heat relief at cost-effective per-unit pricing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal rotation programs — short sleeve Class 2 for warm-weather garment cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8282 as the summer short sleeve component of seasonal hi-vis programs that rotate between long sleeve Class 2 in cooler months and short sleeve Class 2 for summer compliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-volume Class 2 procurement — cost-effective standard short sleeve at fleet scale\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8282 for large construction and utility programs procuring Class 2 shirts for extensive crews where per-unit cost efficiency across fleet size and replacement cycles is the primary procurement optimization criterion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor GloWear 8284Y Class 2 standard fabric long sleeve, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8284-class-2-hi-vis-long-sleeve-shirt\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8284 Class 2 Hi-Vis Long Sleeve Shirt\u003c\/a\u003e. For GloWear 8292 Class 2 performance moisture-wicking short sleeve, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8292-class-2-hi-vis-short-sleeve-performance-shirt\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8292 Class 2 Performance Short Sleeve\u003c\/a\u003e. For GloWear 8367 Class 3 short sleeve version, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8367-class-3-hi-vis-short-sleeve-shirt\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8367 Class 3 Hi-Vis Short Sleeve Shirt\u003c\/a\u003e. Browse the complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/collections\/high-visibility\"\u003eHi-Vis Safety Apparel collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the 8282 compare to the 8292 — what does the performance fabric add?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth the 8282 and 8292 are Class 2 short sleeve all-lime hi-vis shirts. The 8292 uses performance moisture-wicking polyester that actively transports perspiration from skin to outer fabric for faster evaporation — maintaining a drier skin microclimate during sustained physical labor in warm conditions. The 8282 uses standard hi-vis fabric that absorbs and holds moisture without active transport. For physically active roles (construction labor, material handling, utility installation) in summer heat, the 8292's performance fabric provides measurably better moisture management. For lower-activity roles or programs where per-unit cost is the primary criterion, the 8282 provides the same Class 2 short sleeve compliance at lower cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the 8282 short sleeve be layered with a Class 2 vest in cooler weather?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorkers can wear a compliant Class 2 vest over the 8282 shirt in cooler weather — the vest's certification applies to the visible outermost layer when the vest covers the shirt's background material. For situations where the shirt is the outermost visible layer, it provides standalone Class 2 compliance. When transitioning between environments requiring different PPE configurations, ensure that the outermost visible layer is certified to the required class at all times. For programs with seasonal garment rotations, transition timing between the 8282 short sleeve and long sleeve alternatives can be managed by temperature thresholds documented in the site's PPE program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the lifespan of a standard fabric Class 2 short sleeve hi-vis shirt with regular use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHi-vis garment service life depends on use frequency, laundering cycles, UV exposure, and physical wear conditions. ANSI\/ISEA 107 specifies performance requirements after a number of wash cycles, but garments in active outdoor construction use may reach fluorescence or retroreflective tape performance thresholds before the wash cycle limit through UV exposure. For standard fabric garments in daily outdoor use, inspection for fluorescence loss and retroreflective tape condition every few months and replacement when visible degradation is apparent is appropriate. Programs with systematic replacement schedules often replace hi-vis shirts annually for daily-use field workers and less frequently for lower-use roles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ergodyne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44048761946200,"sku":"8282","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/1900\/0920\/files\/8282-essential-hi-vis-t-shirt-lime-front.jpg?v=1777430103"},{"product_id":"ergodyne-glowear-8284-class-2-hi-vis-long-sleeve-shirt","title":"Ergodyne GloWear 8284 Class 2 Hi-Vis Long Sleeve Safety Shirt","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8284 Hi-Vis Safety Shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e provides ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 2 certified high-visibility protection with long sleeve construction in a full lime all-around standard fabric shirt — delivering Class 2 compliance in a cost-effective all-lime long sleeve configuration for construction workers, utility personnel, and maintenance crews who require Class 2 hi-vis certification with maximum fluorescent background material coverage throughout the garment, UV arm coverage, and a straightforward compliance profile without the additional cost of performance fabric or black accent panel styling. The 8284Y is the foundational Class 2 long sleeve standard fabric all-lime hi-vis shirt in Ergodyne's GloWear lineup — providing full ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 2 certification with lime fluorescent background material covering the front, back, and sleeves and retroreflective tape meeting Class 2 minimum specifications, serving as the core Class 2 shirt specification for programs that prioritize compliance, arm coverage, and cost-effectiveness without additional fabric performance or aesthetic features. ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 2 certification applies to the broad range of construction, utility, and maintenance environments where workers are exposed to vehicle traffic in lower-speed controlled settings — urban road maintenance, construction site vehicle-pedestrian zones, utility trenching in city streets, warehouse operations, and infrastructure work in environments where traffic control measures maintain speeds below the Class 3 threshold. All-lime long sleeve construction provides maximum simplicity for compliance management: full fluorescent coverage across the front, back, and sleeves satisfies Class 2 background material requirements with clear visual evidence that no panel-area calculation is required, and long sleeves provide the arm UV coverage that outdoor summer workers need during sustained direct sun exposure in construction and utility field roles. Standard fabric construction keeps per-unit cost at a level appropriate for large-fleet Class 2 programs where procurement budget multiplied across crew size and seasonal replacement frequency is a primary program management consideration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8284 Class 2 Hi-Vis Long Sleeve Shirt — Key Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 2 certified\u003c\/strong\u003e — conspicuity for lower-speed traffic environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll-lime construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — maximum fluorescent background material throughout the garment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong sleeve design\u003c\/strong\u003e — arm UV protection and full background material area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard hi-vis fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e — cost-effective Class 2 compliance for budget-conscious programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetroreflective tape\u003c\/strong\u003e — low-light and nighttime vehicle conspicuity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8284Y\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eErgodyne GloWear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType R Class 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong sleeve shirt, full lime\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard hi-vis fabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHi-Vis Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLime\/yellow-green fluorescent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAll-Lime Standard Fabric Class 2: Cost-Effective Compliance for Construction and Utility Programs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8284Y occupies the same foundational position in Ergodyne's Class 2 shirt lineup that the 8368 occupies in the Class 3 range: full lime coverage, certified compliance, long sleeve UV protection, standard fabric, and a price point appropriate for high-volume program procurement. For construction and utility safety managers who need to outfit large crews with Class 2 hi-vis shirts for seasonal programs or ongoing operations, the 8284Y provides the essential compliance package without premium feature costs that inflate per-unit expenditure across fleet scale. Construction safety programs with Class 2 requirements span the majority of building construction work: ground-level excavation crews working near site vehicles, concrete placement operations with on-site mixer trucks and pump trucks, roofing material delivery and distribution with crane and forklift access, exterior finishing work adjacent to vehicle traffic lanes, and utility connection work in active streets and corridors. These broad construction applications generate the volume demand for Class 2 shirts that standard fabric all-lime configurations are built to serve economically. Long sleeve construction provides arm UV protection that outdoor construction workers accumulate across working seasons: forearm UV exposure during sustained outdoor work contributes to long-term skin health concerns that safety programs with occupational health scope address through UV coverage PPE alongside sun safety education. The lime sleeves' fluorescent background material contribution to the Class 2 total also means the long sleeve format provides more background material area than a short sleeve equivalent, providing additional margin above the Class 2 minimum for programs in environments where marginal-area compliance issues are a concern. All-lime construction eliminates compliance inspection questions about panel positioning and angular coverage — any visible portion of the 8284Y is lime fluorescent background material (plus the retroreflective tape), providing the most straightforward compliance profile of any Class 2 shirt design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompliance and Certifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107\u003c\/strong\u003e — Type R Class 2 certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMUTCD compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e — meets hi-vis requirements for applicable work zone environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReal-World Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll-lime standard fabric Class 2 construction provides the most cost-effective compliance option for large construction and utility Class 2 programs — full fluorescent coverage, ANSI 107 certification, and long sleeve arm protection at a per-unit price appropriate for fleet-scale procurement across seasonal or annual program cycles.\u003c\/strong\u003e Construction safety managers procuring Class 2 shirts for crews of 50-500 workers across building construction projects or annual infrastructure maintenance programs find the 8284Y's price point provides the best compliance value per unit when performance fabric and appearance features are not required specification items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClear all-lime visual profile simplifies daily compliance inspection for large crews — supervisors can confirm Class 2 garment compliance at a glance without panel-area evaluation, reducing the inspection time required for large-crew PPE compliance walks while maintaining consistent enforcement of the Class 2 wearing requirement.\u003c\/strong\u003e Site safety officers who conduct daily PPE compliance walks on construction projects with 100+ workers find all-lime Class 2 shirts cut the per-person inspection time significantly compared to two-tone or partial-panel designs that require closer evaluation to confirm background material area compliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications and Use Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilding construction crews — Class 2 long sleeve for general construction labor programs\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8284Y for construction workers across building construction phases where vehicle-pedestrian traffic zones create Class 2 PPE requirements and cost-effective all-lime standard fabric meets the compliance and arm coverage needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUtility installation programs — Class 2 standard fabric for urban utility crew programs\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8284Y for utility installation workers in urban environments requiring Class 2 hi-vis, providing compliant long sleeve arm coverage at cost-effective per-unit pricing for large utility crew programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance and infrastructure — all-lime Class 2 for straightforward compliance programs\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8284Y for maintenance and infrastructure crews in Class 2 environments where program management simplicity and procurement cost efficiency are primary criteria alongside ANSI 107 compliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor GloWear 8286BKY Class 2 standard fabric with black front accent, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8286bk-class-2-hi-vis-long-sleeve-shirt-black\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8286BK Class 2 Hi-Vis Shirt Black Front\u003c\/a\u003e. For GloWear 8292 Class 2 performance short sleeve, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8292-class-2-hi-vis-short-sleeve-performance-shirt\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8292 Class 2 Performance Short Sleeve\u003c\/a\u003e. For GloWear 8368 Class 3 standard fabric all-lime long sleeve, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8368-class-3-hi-vis-long-sleeve-shirt\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8368 Class 3 Hi-Vis Long Sleeve Shirt\u003c\/a\u003e. Browse the complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/collections\/high-visibility\"\u003eHi-Vis Safety Apparel collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the 8284 Class 2 long sleeve shirt be used under a Class 2 vest for layered compliance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107 compliance is assessed based on the outermost visible garment. If the 8284 is worn as the outermost layer, it provides standalone Class 2 compliance. If a vest is worn over the 8284, the vest's certification level determines the system's compliance — a Class 2 vest over the 8284 provides Class 2 system compliance (assuming the vest's background material and tape coverage satisfies Class 2 requirements). In cold weather layering, the outermost garment's certification must meet the required class level; underlying certified garments do not supplement the outer layer's certification if the outer layer is not itself compliant. Use compliant outer layers in all weather conditions where PPE compliance is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the 8284Y's sleeve length, and does it cover the wrist for sun protection?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8284Y's long sleeve construction extends to the wrist for full arm coverage — providing UV protection for the forearm and wrist area that outdoor construction workers expose to direct sun during extended field work. The lime fluorescent sleeve material provides the same UPF characteristics as the torso fabric, which typically provides significant UV reduction relative to unclothed skin. Workers with occupational sun exposure concerns should also use sunscreen on the hands, face, and neck, which are not covered by the shirt. For supplementary sun protection documentation in occupational health programs, verify the specific fabric's UPF rating in Ergodyne's current product data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the 8284Y compare to Class 2 vests for construction PPE programs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClass 2 vests provide hi-vis coverage over the torso and are worn over other clothing, providing a layer-over-any-garment flexibility that shirts don't offer — workers can wear their preferred base clothing and add the compliant vest as a PPE overlay. Class 2 shirts like the 8284Y replace the base layer with a certified garment, providing both the hi-vis compliance and the clothing layer in one garment. Shirts are generally more comfortable in warm conditions because they eliminate a vest layer over a shirt; vests are more adaptable for workers who change between hi-vis required and non-required areas through the day and prefer to simply add or remove the vest. For programs where workers stay in Class 2 required zones throughout the shift, a certified shirt provides slightly better integrated compliance than a vest-over-base-shirt layering approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Ergodyne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44048764371032,"sku":"8284Y","price":42.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/1900\/0920\/files\/ERGO-8284-Lime-A_273x0_31624cb0-0b25-4de5-940a-a64d5f443223.jpg?v=1777430154"},{"product_id":"ergodyne-glowear-8286bk-class-2-hi-vis-long-sleeve-shirt-black","title":"Ergodyne GloWear 8286BK Class 2 Hi-Vis Long Sleeve Shirt Black Front","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8286BK Hi-Vis Safety Shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e provides ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 2 certified high-visibility protection with long sleeve construction and a black front accent design in standard hi-vis fabric — delivering Class 2 compliance with professional two-tone appearance in a standard fabric long sleeve shirt for construction workers, utility personnel, and maintenance crews who require Class 2 hi-vis with black accent styling at a cost-appropriate standard fabric price point for programs with appearance requirements that don't warrant the performance fabric premium. The 8286BKY is Ergodyne's Class 2 standard-fabric long sleeve hi-vis shirt with black front panels — providing the same black-and-lime two-tone professional aesthetic as the performance 8294BK (black bottom) but in standard hi-vis fabric construction with long sleeves and black front accent panels, covering the full-length arm with lime fluorescent sleeves while maintaining the black front chest area that creates the two-tone professional appearance. ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 2 certification provides the appropriate conspicuity for the broad range of construction, utility, and maintenance applications where traffic exposure occurs in controlled lower-speed environments: urban road work, site construction with vehicle access, warehouse and distribution yard operations, parking structure maintenance, and utility installations in urban street environments where traffic speeds are controlled below the Class 3 threshold. Black front panel design positions non-fluorescent black material on the front chest\/yoke area while placing lime fluorescent panels on the sides, back, and sleeves where Class 2 background material measurements and retroreflective tape requirements are satisfied — workers seen from the side and rear show the full lime profile that Class 2 background material requires, while the front view shows the two-tone lime-and-black presentation that distinguishes program-quality appearance from standard all-lime construction. Long sleeve construction covers the arms with lime fluorescent material while the black front reduces the all-lime visual load for workers who prefer the professional two-tone aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8286BK Class 2 Hi-Vis Long Sleeve Shirt Black Front — Key Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 2 certified\u003c\/strong\u003e — conspicuity for controlled lower-speed traffic environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack front accent\u003c\/strong\u003e — professional two-tone appearance with compliant lime panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong sleeve construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — full arm coverage and background material contribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard hi-vis fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e — cost-appropriate Class 2 compliance with appearance feature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetroreflective tape\u003c\/strong\u003e — low-light and nighttime conspicuity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8286BKY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eErgodyne GloWear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType R Class 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong sleeve shirt with black front\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard hi-vis fabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHi-Vis Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLime fluorescent with black front panels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStandard Fabric Class 2 with Black Accent: Appearance and Compliance at Standard Cost\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrograms that specify Class 2 hi-vis shirts for construction and utility crews in urban and commercial environments increasingly balance two requirements that were previously treated separately: regulatory compliance (ANSI 107 certification at the required class level) and organizational appearance (professional, branded crew presentation appropriate for public-facing work environments). Black-accent designs like the 8286BKY address both requirements within a standard fabric cost structure, providing the two-tone professional appearance that distinguishes program-quality hi-vis from commodity all-lime garments without the performance fabric premium that commands higher cost per unit. For programs where the primary appearance requirement is the professional two-tone aesthetic — rather than performance moisture management in physically demanding summer conditions — the 8286BKY's standard fabric construction achieves the appearance goal at a more cost-effective price point than the performance fabric 8294BK. Urban utility contractors who work in residential neighborhoods, city road maintenance programs visible to commuters, and construction crews on commercial building sites in active business districts are programs where appearance quality communicates professionalism and is evaluated by building owners, city officials, and the public — the 8286BKY's black front provides the appearance quality signal these programs want within the Class 2 compliance framework. Long sleeve construction provides arm coverage that contributes to the garment's total background material area while protecting worker arms from UV exposure, debris contact, and minor abrasion during utility installation and construction material handling — relevant for workers performing overhead conduit routing, material positioning, and equipment operation where arm protection has practical value beyond hi-vis compliance. The lime fluorescent sleeves maintain background material contribution from the arm panels while the black front reduces the all-lime aesthetic to the two-tone presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompliance and Certifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107\u003c\/strong\u003e — Type R Class 2 certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMUTCD compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e — hi-vis requirements for applicable work zone types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReal-World Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack front provides professional two-tone appearance for Class 2 programs in public-facing urban work environments — delivering the organizational appearance quality that construction and utility programs in residential, commercial, and public environments want to present to clients and the public while maintaining ANSI 107 Class 2 compliance throughout.\u003c\/strong\u003e Urban utility contractors and city road maintenance programs that have adopted black-accent Class 2 shirts consistently report improved client and public perception of crew professionalism, with no compliance impact from the two-tone design's certification-compliant lime panel and tape configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard fabric cost structure provides the professional black accent appearance at a price point appropriate for large Class 2 programs where the performance fabric premium is not justified by the workforce's activity level and sweat management requirements — delivering appearance quality within budget for lower-activity or cooler-climate programs.\u003c\/strong\u003e Program managers procuring Class 2 shirts for supervisory, inspection, and lower-activity roles find standard fabric black-accent models like the 8286BKY provide the professional appearance quality of two-tone design within a budget more appropriate to roles where performance moisture management adds limited practical benefit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications and Use Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUrban utility programs — Class 2 black front for professional appearance in city environments\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8286BKY for utility workers and urban maintenance crews in Class 2 environments where black front accent provides professional appearance for public-facing work in residential and commercial neighborhoods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupervisory and inspection roles — standard fabric black front for lower-activity Class 2 personnel\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8286BKY for Class 2 supervisors, safety officers, and inspection personnel whose lower activity level doesn't justify performance fabric premiums but whose visible program role benefits from professional two-tone appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction contractor programs — appearance-standard Class 2 at standard fabric cost\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8286BKY for commercial construction contractors who require Class 2 compliance with professional black-accent appearance for crews in urban construction environments where client and public-facing professionalism is evaluated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor GloWear 8294BK Class 2 performance fabric with black bottom, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8294bk-class-2-hi-vis-performance-shirt-black\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8294BK Class 2 Performance Shirt Black Bottom\u003c\/a\u003e. For GloWear 8284 Class 2 standard fabric all-lime long sleeve, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8284-class-2-hi-vis-long-sleeve-shirt\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8284 Class 2 Hi-Vis Long Sleeve Shirt\u003c\/a\u003e. For GloWear 8369BK Class 3 standard fabric with black front, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8369bk-class-3-hi-vis-long-sleeve-shirt-black\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8369BK Class 3 Hi-Vis Shirt Black Front\u003c\/a\u003e. Browse the complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/collections\/high-visibility\"\u003eHi-Vis Safety Apparel collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the black front panel position matter for ANSI 107 Class 2 compliance verification?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107 specifies minimum background material area and retroreflective tape area requirements, along with angular coverage requirements that ensure the compliant materials are visible from multiple approach angles — not just one direction. The black front panel position on the 8286BKY is designed to maintain lime fluorescent panels and tape in the positions that satisfy the Class 2 angular coverage requirements. Side and rear views of the garment show lime panels that contribute to total background material measurement. The certification marking on the garment documents that this design meets Class 2 requirements. For programs requiring documented compliance, the certification label provides the regulatory reference for inspection and verification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the \"Y\" suffix in the 8286BKY model number?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"Y\" suffix in Ergodyne GloWear model numbers typically indicates the standard lime\/yellow-green fluorescent hi-vis color — distinguishing the lime colorway from orange fluorescent variants in lines where both colors are available at the same class level. Some GloWear models are available in both lime and orange ANSI\/ISEA 107 compliant fluorescent colors; the \"Y\" or \"YE\" suffix indicates the lime\/yellow-green version. The 8286BKY is the lime fluorescent version of the black front Class 2 long sleeve shirt. ANSI\/ISEA 107 accepts both lime (yellow-green) and orange-red as compliant fluorescent background colors — lime is more commonly specified for construction and utility applications, while orange is sometimes preferred for specific industry conventions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the 8286BKY compare to the 8284Y — what does the black front add?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth the 8286BKY and 8284Y are Class 2 standard fabric long sleeve hi-vis shirts. The 8286BKY adds black front accent panels that create a two-tone professional appearance; the 8284Y uses all-lime construction throughout. Both meet Class 2 certification requirements. The selection depends on appearance requirements: programs specifying professional two-tone appearance or workers who prefer the black-accent aesthetic choose the 8286BKY; programs specifying uniform all-lime coverage for maximum fluorescence visibility or simplest compliance inspection select the 8284Y.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Ergodyne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44048765911128,"sku":"8286BKY","price":42.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/1900\/0920\/files\/ERGO-8286BK-Lime-A_273x0_95f726c3-98ba-4087-92a2-61d997fa4c5e.jpg?v=1777430207"},{"product_id":"ergodyne-glowear-8292-class-2-hi-vis-short-sleeve-performance-shirt","title":"Ergodyne GloWear 8292 Class 2 Hi-Vis Short Sleeve Performance Shirt","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8292 Performance Hi-Vis Safety Shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e provides ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 2 certified high-visibility protection with performance moisture-wicking fabric and short sleeve construction — delivering Class 2 compliance in a performance short sleeve format for construction workers, utility crews, and maintenance personnel who require Class 2 hi-vis certification in warm summer conditions where short sleeve thermal relief combined with performance moisture management provides the compliance-and-comfort balance that sustained outdoor wearing demands. The 8292 is the short sleeve companion to the 8294BK in Ergodyne's Class 2 performance range — providing the same performance moisture-wicking fabric construction as the 8294BK in a short sleeve format appropriate for summer seasons, warm climates, and physically active roles where the combination of short sleeve thermal relief and moisture-wicking sweat management creates the most comfortable Class 2 wearing experience across extended outdoor work shifts. ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 2 certification provides the appropriate conspicuity level for workers in traffic environments traveling up to 50 mph with traffic control measures in place: urban road maintenance, utility work in city environments, construction site vehicle-pedestrian hazard zones, and infrastructure operations at controlled-speed locations where Class 2 coverage meets the applicable ANSI\/ISEA standard. Short sleeve construction for Class 2 shirts applies the same compliance rationale as the Class 3 8367: workers in warm summer conditions who are required to wear hi-vis garments as PPE will find ways to reduce thermal load from long sleeve coverage — short sleeve compliance options provide the classification requirement in a thermally manageable format that workers wear correctly and unmodified through hot summer conditions. Performance fabric in the short sleeve 8292 adds moisture transport beyond what standard short sleeve fabric provides: even with short sleeves reducing the fabric-to-skin contact area, the torso fabric still generates perspiration accumulation during active work that performance wicking addresses, maintaining a drier torso microclimate during sustained physical labor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8292 Class 2 Hi-Vis Short Sleeve Performance Shirt — Key Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 2 certified\u003c\/strong\u003e — appropriate conspicuity for controlled traffic environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShort sleeve construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — thermal relief for summer outdoor and warm-climate work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance moisture-wicking fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e — sweat management for active labor in warm conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll-lime construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — full fluorescent background material on torso and short sleeves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetroreflective tape\u003c\/strong\u003e — low-light and nighttime conspicuity from vehicle headlights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8292\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eErgodyne GloWear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType R Class 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShort sleeve shirt, full lime\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePerformance moisture-wicking polyester\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHi-Vis Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLime\/yellow-green fluorescent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerformance Short Sleeve Class 2: Maximum Comfort for Summer Construction and Utility Compliance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8292 targets the intersection of three practical demands on Class 2 hi-vis programs in warm climates and summer seasons: the compliance requirement that workers wear Class 2 certified hi-vis garments while exposed to vehicle traffic, the thermal comfort requirement that workers wearing garments for extended outdoor shifts can manage body temperature during physical activity in summer heat, and the moisture comfort requirement that perspiration management keeps workers dry and focused on their tasks rather than distracted by saturated, heavy fabric. Short sleeve format addresses the thermal demand — less fabric coverage reduces the area generating heat accumulation and provides more skin surface for direct air convection cooling. Performance moisture-wicking fabric addresses the moisture demand — active perspiration transport from skin to outer fabric surface enables faster evaporative cooling even from the reduced shirt coverage of short sleeve construction. The combination means workers can maintain Class 2 compliance through full summer shifts in a garment that doesn't become progressively more uncomfortable as ambient temperature and work-generated heat accumulate. Class 2 environments — urban construction, utility excavation, warehouse yard work, lower-speed road maintenance — frequently involve sustained physical activity in environments where workers are in or near moving equipment and vehicles throughout the shift. Trench diggers, material handlers, asphalt repair crews, and utility installation personnel all perform significant physical labor in these environments. Performance short sleeve construction provides the appropriate balance of PPE compliance and physical comfort for these active roles in warm conditions. The retroreflective tape on the 8292 provides the Class 2 minimum tape coverage in the torso position that maintains nighttime and low-light conspicuity for workers in early morning, late afternoon, and dawn\/dusk operations when vehicle headlight retroreflection supplements fading natural daylight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompliance and Certifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107\u003c\/strong\u003e — Type R Class 2 certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMUTCD compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e — meets requirements for applicable lower-speed work zone environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReal-World Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShort sleeve performance combination provides the most thermally comfortable Class 2 garment for summer outdoor and warm-climate work — combining short sleeve heat reduction with moisture-wicking sweat management to deliver the best wearing experience for physically active workers in hot conditions who require Class 2 compliance throughout their shift.\u003c\/strong\u003e Construction safety managers who issue 8292 performance short sleeve shirts for summer Class 2 programs report notably better all-day wearing compliance compared to standard long sleeve programs, with fewer improvised sleeve modifications and garment removal during heat peaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll-lime short sleeve construction provides clear visual compliance for Class 2 programs without the background material calculation complexity of black-accent designs — workers and supervisors can visually confirm compliance at a glance, and OSHA inspectors can verify the garment's fluorescent coverage without measuring panel areas or evaluating two-tone positioning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Utility company safety coordinators who issue Class 2 garments to large field crews in summer find all-lime short sleeve models simplify daily PPE compliance verification during tailgate safety checks and site walks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications and Use Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer urban construction — Class 2 performance short sleeve for active crews in heat\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8292 for construction laborers, utility workers, and maintenance crews in urban Class 2 environments during summer seasons where performance short sleeve provides the most compliant and comfortable wearing option for sustained outdoor physical labor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarm climate year-round programs — Class 2 short sleeve for consistently warm environments\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8292 for construction and utility programs in warm climates where short sleeve Class 2 is appropriate year-round, providing consistent performance moisture management across all seasons without the need for seasonal garment rotation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive physical roles in Class 2 environments — performance moisture management for high-activity work\u003c\/strong\u003e — short sleeve performance for workers performing physically intensive tasks (excavation, material handling, asphalt work) in Class 2 environments where moisture management significantly affects comfort and compliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor GloWear 8294BK Class 2 performance with black bottom, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8294bk-class-2-hi-vis-performance-shirt-black\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8294BK Class 2 Performance Shirt Black Bottom\u003c\/a\u003e. For GloWear 8367 Class 3 short sleeve version, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8367-class-3-hi-vis-short-sleeve-shirt\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8367 Class 3 Hi-Vis Short Sleeve Shirt\u003c\/a\u003e. For GloWear 8284 Class 2 standard fabric long sleeve, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8284-class-2-hi-vis-long-sleeve-shirt\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8284 Class 2 Hi-Vis Long Sleeve Shirt\u003c\/a\u003e. Browse the complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/collections\/high-visibility\"\u003eHi-Vis Safety Apparel collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the 8292 short sleeve Class 2 shirt compliant without a vest layered over it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the 8292 is certified to ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 2 as a standalone garment, not as a layered system. It meets Class 2 requirements independently through its torso and sleeve background material area and retroreflective tape configuration. No supplementary vest is required for Class 2 compliance when wearing the 8292 as the outermost visible garment. If the shirt is worn under a jacket or outer layer that covers the lime panels and tape, the outer layer must itself be ANSI 107 Class 2 or higher certified — the 8292's certification applies only when the shirt is the outermost visible garment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the sleeve length on the 8292 \"short sleeve\" designation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShort sleeve construction in the 8292 follows standard shirt short sleeve proportions — sleeves extending to approximately mid-upper arm or just below the shoulder, covering the upper arm without extending to the elbow. The lime fluorescent material on the short sleeves contributes to the garment's total Class 2 background material area. Workers who prefer longer sleeve coverage for arm UV protection should specify a long sleeve Class 2 model such as the 8284 or 8286BKY. Workers who prefer maximum arm exposure and thermal relief should note that short sleeve exposure of the forearms increases UV skin dose during outdoor summer work — sunscreen application on exposed forearms is advisable for extended outdoor wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the 8292 performance fabric have any impact on the retroreflective tape performance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe retroreflective tape on the 8292 is sewn onto the performance polyester fabric as a separate functional element — the tape's retroreflective performance is independent of the fabric's moisture management characteristics. Retroreflective tape performance can be affected by soiling, detergent residue, and delamination from repeated laundering. Follow care instructions to preserve both the fabric's moisture-wicking performance and the retroreflective tape's reflectivity — typically cool machine wash, no bleach, low heat or line dry. Inspect tape periodically for soiling or peeling that indicates cleaning or replacement is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Ergodyne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44048768335960,"sku":"8292","price":42.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/1900\/0920\/files\/8292-class-2-performance-hi-vis-t-shirt-lime-front.jpg?v=1777430260"},{"product_id":"ergodyne-glowear-8294bk-class-2-hi-vis-performance-shirt-black","title":"Ergodyne GloWear 8294BK Class 2 Hi-Vis Performance Shirt Black Bottom","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8294BK Performance Hi-Vis Safety Shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e provides ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 2 certified high-visibility protection with performance moisture-wicking fabric and a black bottom design — delivering Class 2 certification in a performance-fabric shirt with black lower-body panels for road maintenance, construction, utility, and infrastructure workers who require Class 2 compliance with the professional two-tone appearance that black-accent designs provide, supported by performance fabric construction that manages perspiration during active work in warm conditions. The 8294BK is Ergodyne's Class 2 performance hi-vis shirt with black bottom accent — the Class 2 counterpart to the Class 3 8371BK, providing Type R Class 2 certification in a performance moisture-wicking shirt with black panel accents that differentiate it from the all-lime Class 2 performance models. ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 2 certification requires 775 square inches of fluorescent background material and 201 square inches of retroreflective tape — providing the conspicuity level appropriate for workers in environments with traffic traveling at speeds up to 50 mph and in work zones with supplementary traffic control measures in place. Class 2 Type R applies to a broad range of construction and maintenance environments: parking lot crews, urban road maintenance, utility work adjacent to lower-speed streets, warehouse and distribution facility traffic exposure, and site preparation work where the work zone speed environment is controlled below the Class 3 threshold. The black bottom design places non-fluorescent black material on the lower portion of the shirt while maintaining lime fluorescent panels on the upper torso, chest, and back where the Class 2 background material measurement and retroreflective tape placement requirements are satisfied — creating a professional two-tone appearance with the compliant lime and reflective elements appropriately positioned for vehicle-driver detection. Performance fabric provides moisture-wicking sweat management for workers in active roles across the range of Class 2 environments, maintaining wearing comfort during sustained physical labor in warm conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8294BK Class 2 Hi-Vis Performance Shirt Black Bottom — Key Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 2 certified\u003c\/strong\u003e — conspicuity for lower-speed traffic and controlled work zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack bottom design\u003c\/strong\u003e — professional two-tone appearance with compliant lime upper panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance moisture-wicking fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e — sweat management for active physical labor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetroreflective tape\u003c\/strong\u003e — low-light and nighttime vehicle-driver conspicuity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType R classification\u003c\/strong\u003e — roadway and highway work zone application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8294BK\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eErgodyne GloWear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType R Class 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShirt with black bottom accent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePerformance moisture-wicking polyester\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHi-Vis Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLime fluorescent upper \/ black bottom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eClass 2 Performance Hi-Vis: Professional Appearance for Urban and Lower-Speed Environments\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClass 2 hi-vis programs serve the largest segment of workers who wear hi-vis as PPE — the broader population of construction workers, utility personnel, maintenance crews, and infrastructure workers who are exposed to vehicle traffic in controlled environments at speeds below the Class 3 threshold. Urban construction sites, parking structure maintenance, utility trenching in city streets, warehouse yard operations, and site preparation work all generate vehicle-worker proximity hazards that Class 2 hi-vis addresses without requiring the maximum Class 3 coverage appropriate for high-speed highway environments. The 8294BK's performance fabric extends the sweat management benefits of moisture-wicking construction to Class 2 programs: utility workers performing trench excavation and pavement repair in urban environments, construction laborers on site preparation, and maintenance crews performing outdoor tasks in summer conditions all benefit from the same moisture transport that performance fabric provides for Class 3 highway workers. Black bottom accent design serves the appearance standards that urban and municipal programs frequently emphasize: city maintenance crews, utility workers in residential neighborhoods, and construction personnel on visible urban projects represent the contracting organization in public-facing environments where neat, professional appearance communicates quality and competence alongside regulatory compliance. The lime upper panels and retroreflective tape meet Class 2 requirements in the torso area where background material measurement and tape placement satisfy the standard — drivers approaching from any direction can detect the worker through the visible lime and reflective panels that Class 2 requires, while the black lower panels create the cleaner, more professional appearance that distinguishes crews in high-visibility public urban work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompliance and Certifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107\u003c\/strong\u003e — Type R Class 2 certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMUTCD compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e — meets hi-vis requirements for applicable work zone speeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReal-World Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack bottom design provides a professional two-tone appearance for Class 2 programs in urban and public-facing work environments — satisfying both the ANSI 107 Class 2 compliance requirement and the organizational appearance standards that urban infrastructure programs apply to public-facing crews working in residential and commercial areas.\u003c\/strong\u003e Municipal maintenance contractors and urban utility crews who have adopted black-accent Class 2 shirts report improved crew appearance perception from the public and client organizations, with consistent compliance maintained through the lime upper panels' Class 2 certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance moisture-wicking fabric supports sustained wearing compliance during warm-weather active work in Class 2 environments — reducing the heat and sweat discomfort that drives informal compliance modifications in standard fabric hi-vis shirts during summer urban construction and maintenance operations.\u003c\/strong\u003e Utility and construction foremen who have issued performance fabric Class 2 shirts to crews find better shirt-on compliance during hot afternoons compared to standard fabric alternatives, reducing the supervision overhead required for garment compliance monitoring during peak heat periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications and Use Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUrban construction and utility — Class 2 performance hi-vis for city environment crews\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8294BK for urban construction workers and utility crews in lower-speed work zones where Class 2 compliance satisfies the traffic speed requirement and black bottom accent provides professional appearance in public-facing urban environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMunicipal maintenance programs — professional Class 2 for public-facing infrastructure\u003c\/strong\u003e — black bottom performance Class 2 for municipal road, utility, and parks maintenance crews in public environments where professional crew appearance is a program requirement alongside ANSI 107 compliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction site and warehouse — Class 2 hi-vis for vehicle-pedestrian environments\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8294BK for construction site workers and warehouse yard personnel in vehicle-traffic environments requiring Class 2 hi-vis where performance fabric supports physical labor and black accent maintains professional program appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor GloWear 8292 Class 2 performance short sleeve, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8292-class-2-hi-vis-short-sleeve-performance-shirt\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8292 Class 2 Performance Short Sleeve\u003c\/a\u003e. For GloWear 8371BK Class 3 performance shirt with black front, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8371bk-class-3-hi-vis-long-sleeve-shirt-black\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8371BK Class 3 Performance Shirt Black Front\u003c\/a\u003e. For GloWear 8284 Class 2 standard fabric long sleeve, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8284-class-2-hi-vis-long-sleeve-shirt\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8284 Class 2 Hi-Vis Long Sleeve Shirt\u003c\/a\u003e. Browse the complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/collections\/high-visibility\"\u003eHi-Vis Safety Apparel collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen is Class 2 appropriate versus Class 3 for construction and utility workers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107 and MUTCD provide guidance for class selection based on traffic speed and work zone conditions. Class 2 is appropriate for workers exposed to traffic traveling under 50 mph in controlled work zones with flagging or traffic control devices in place — urban construction sites, lower-speed road maintenance, parking lots, and warehouse yards where vehicle speeds are controlled. Class 3 is required for workers in high-speed environments (over 50 mph), complex traffic zones, night work, and environments with reduced visibility. For projects with both Class 2 and Class 3 areas (urban arterial with Class 2, adjacent highway ramp with Class 3), different zones may require different classes — verify the applicable class with your traffic control plan and project specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the 8294BK be upgraded to Class 3 for workers who may enter both zones?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8294BK is certified only to Class 2 — it cannot be \"upgraded\" to Class 3 by adding vest layers, because ANSI 107 compliance requires the complete garment system to meet Class requirements, not combinations of Class 2 garments. For workers who regularly move between Class 2 and Class 3 environments, specifying a Class 3 garment provides compliance in both zones — a Class 3 garment satisfies Class 2 requirements as well. Workers who occasionally enter Class 3 zones can wear the 8294BK with a Class 3 compliant vest over it, but the total visible system must meet Class 3 requirements when the vest is worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does moisture-wicking performance differ between the 8294BK and non-performance Class 2 shirts like the 8284?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8294BK's performance polyester fabric uses fiber and weave engineering that creates a moisture gradient — the inner surface stays drier by moving liquid outward faster than standard weaves. The 8284 and other non-performance models use standard hi-vis fabric that absorbs and holds moisture without the active transport function. The practical difference is most apparent during sustained physical activity in warm conditions: performance fabric wearers maintain a drier skin contact interface throughout active work periods, while standard fabric becomes progressively wetter and heavier as perspiration accumulates. For roles with moderate physical activity or cooler conditions, the performance difference is less meaningful — the cost premium for performance fabric is best justified for physically active work in warm environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Ergodyne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44048770629720,"sku":"8294BK","price":42.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/1900\/0920\/files\/8294bk-class-2-performance-hi-vis-t-shirt-lime-front.jpg?v=1777430312"},{"product_id":"ergodyne-glowear-8367-class-3-hi-vis-short-sleeve-shirt","title":"Ergodyne GloWear 8367 Class 3 Hi-Vis Short Sleeve Safety Shirt","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8367 Hi-Vis Safety Shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e provides ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 3 certified high-visibility protection in a short sleeve construction — delivering maximum ANSI 107 Class 3 visibility certification in a short sleeve format for highway, road construction, and utility workers who require Class 3 compliant hi-vis coverage during warm summer work seasons when long sleeve construction creates excessive heat accumulation and workers prefer the thermal relief of short sleeve apparel while maintaining full Class 3 compliance. The 8367 is Ergodyne's Class 3 short sleeve hi-vis shirt — providing the same Class 3 certification as the long sleeve 8368 and 8370 models in a short sleeve construction that trades arm UV coverage for improved upper body ventilation and reduced thermal load during sustained outdoor work in warm summer conditions. ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 3 certification for a short sleeve garment requires sufficient fluorescent background material and retroreflective tape in the torso area to meet the Class 3 minimums without the sleeve panels that long sleeve garments contribute — the 8367's construction satisfies Class 3 requirements through torso panel design that achieves the required background material area and tape coverage from the shirt body alone. Short sleeve construction addresses a real-world compliance challenge: in summer heat, workers issued long sleeve Class 3 shirts often roll up sleeves, tie the shirt off, or replace it with unauthorized non-compliant alternatives to reduce heat discomfort. A short sleeve Class 3 option allows workers to be thermally comfortable in summer conditions while wearing a compliant garment, eliminating the compliance-versus-comfort conflict that long sleeve hi-vis creates in peak summer heat. Highway flaggers, traffic control personnel, and outdoor construction workers who stand or work in direct sun for extended periods benefit most from short sleeve Class 3 availability — these roles involve sustained static or low-activity presence in sun exposure where long sleeve fabric against the arms generates significant heat accumulation that short sleeve construction reduces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8367 Class 3 Hi-Vis Short Sleeve Shirt — Key Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 3 certified\u003c\/strong\u003e — maximum highway visibility compliance in short sleeve format\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShort sleeve construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — reduced thermal load for summer outdoor work compliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll-lime construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — full fluorescent background material on the torso and upper arms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetroreflective tape\u003c\/strong\u003e — nighttime and low-light conspicuity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard hi-vis fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e — cost-effective Class 3 for summer season programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8367\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eErgodyne GloWear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType R Class 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShort sleeve shirt, full lime\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard hi-vis fabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHi-Vis Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLime\/yellow-green fluorescent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShort Sleeve Class 3: Compliance Without Compromise in Summer Heat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8367 short sleeve Class 3 certification resolves a fundamental tension in summer highway work zone PPE programs: the same high-speed traffic environment that creates the greatest conspicuity requirement (requiring Class 3) is often the same outdoor summer environment where heat stress and thermal discomfort from heavy garment coverage creates the greatest pressure on wearing compliance. Highway work zones in summer combine direct solar radiation on fluorescent fabric, ambient temperatures that may exceed 90°F, physical labor generating body heat, and limited shade or respite — creating conditions where every additional fabric layer the worker wears contributes to heat accumulation and discomfort. Long sleeve Class 3 shirts required in these conditions often produce an informal compliance problem: workers roll up sleeves or modify garments in ways that technically compromise the Class 3 background material measurement, even while maintaining good faith compliance intent. The 8367 provides the Class 3 certification in a short sleeve design that eliminates the sleeve layer rather than compromising the certification through unauthorized sleeve modification. Road construction and highway safety managers who implement short sleeve Class 3 shirt programs for summer operations report better maintained compliance with the actual certification requirements — workers keep the compliant garment on and unmodified because the thermal load is manageable in the short sleeve format. The fluorescent background material and retroreflective tape configuration on the 8367 meets Class 3 requirements within the torso construction, satisfying the minimum background area and tape placement requirements without sleeve panel contribution. Flaggers and traffic control personnel — among the highest-exposure highway worker populations who stand in work zones for extended shift periods with continuous vehicle traffic exposure — benefit most from the compliance-versus-comfort resolution that short sleeve Class 3 provides in summer conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompliance and Certifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107\u003c\/strong\u003e — Type R Class 3 certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMUTCD compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e — highway worker hi-vis requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReal-World Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShort sleeve construction eliminates the summer compliance problem of workers modifying long sleeve Class 3 shirts — providing a compliant garment that workers actually keep on in summer heat rather than a technically compliant but heat-producing long sleeve shirt that creates informal modification behaviors that compromise the certification.\u003c\/strong\u003e Highway safety managers who have switched summer programs to short sleeve Class 3 options report reduced sleeve modification behaviors (rolling up, tying off) compared to long sleeve-only programs, improving the actual certification compliance maintained throughout hot summer shifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass 3 certification in short sleeve format provides FHWA\/MUTCD compliant conspicuity for the highest-risk highway worker positions in the season when thermal comfort pressure on compliance is greatest — ensuring flaggers, traffic control personnel, and work zone exposure workers have the maximum visibility certification during summer operations without the heat compliance tradeoff of long sleeve requirements.\u003c\/strong\u003e State DOT and highway contractor safety coordinators who implement formal summer\/winter uniform programs with Class 3 short sleeve options for warm months maintain consistent Class 3 compliance through the full work season rather than experiencing summer compliance degradation from heat-modified garments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications and Use Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer highway flagging — Class 3 short sleeve for traffic control personnel in heat\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8367 for flaggers and traffic control workers in high-speed work zones during summer seasons where short sleeve Class 3 provides required visibility compliance with reduced thermal load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarm-season road construction — Class 3 short sleeve for active crews in summer\u003c\/strong\u003e — short sleeve Class 3 for road construction crews performing physical labor in summer heat where long sleeve garment compliance degrades due to heat modification behaviors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer uniform programs — Class 3 short sleeve as warm-weather rotation\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8367 as the summer complement to long sleeve Class 3 models in programs that maintain seasonal garment rotations for summer heat and cooler weather conditions respectively\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor GloWear 8368 Class 3 standard fabric long sleeve version, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8368-class-3-hi-vis-long-sleeve-shirt\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8368 Class 3 Long Sleeve Hi-Vis Shirt\u003c\/a\u003e. For GloWear 8370 Class 3 performance fabric long sleeve, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8370-class-3-hi-vis-long-sleeve-performance-shirt\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8370 Class 3 Performance Shirt\u003c\/a\u003e. For GloWear 8292 Class 2 performance short sleeve, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8292-class-2-hi-vis-short-sleeve-performance-shirt\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8292 Class 2 Performance Short Sleeve\u003c\/a\u003e. Browse the complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/collections\/high-visibility\"\u003eHi-Vis Safety Apparel collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes a short sleeve shirt provide enough background material area for Class 3 certification?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the 8367 is certified to ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 3, confirming that its torso and sleeve construction achieves the required minimum background material area (1,240 square inches) and retroreflective tape area (310 square inches) without requiring full-length sleeves. ANSI 107 specifies minimum areas and angular coverage, not specific garment styles — manufacturers achieve Class 3 compliance in various garment configurations including short sleeves by designing torso panels and tape placement to meet the standard's measurements within the shorter sleeve format. The certification on the 8367 is not a compromise — it documents full Class 3 compliance in a short sleeve design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen should workers use short sleeve Class 3 versus long sleeve, and can they alternate based on conditions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorkers can wear any ANSI 107 certified garment at the required class level — alternating between 8367 short sleeve and 8368\/8370 long sleeve based on weather conditions and personal preference is acceptable as long as the worn garment maintains the required certification class. Some programs specify a minimum certification class rather than a specific garment, allowing workers to choose compliant garments appropriate for daily conditions. For sun exposure concerns, long sleeve provides UV coverage that short sleeve does not — workers who choose short sleeve for thermal comfort should consider separate sun protection measures for the arms (sunscreen application) when working extended hours in direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the 8367 suitable for both day and night work zone operations?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the 8367's retroreflective tape provides nighttime and low-light conspicuity from vehicle headlights in addition to the daytime fluorescent background material. For highway work zones that operate at night or in low-light conditions (dawn, dusk, tunnel approaches, or overcast low-visibility weather), the retroreflective tape on the 8367 returns headlight illumination toward the light source direction, making the worker visible to approaching vehicle drivers in conditions where fluorescent material provides limited or no benefit. Class 3 certification covers both daytime and nighttime conspicuity requirements through the combination of fluorescent and retroreflective materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Ergodyne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44048773021784,"sku":"8367","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/1900\/0920\/files\/ERGO-8367-Lime-A_273x0_6d60121c-b306-4364-b39f-0b221b594082.jpg?v=1777430370"},{"product_id":"ergodyne-glowear-8368-class-3-hi-vis-long-sleeve-shirt","title":"Ergodyne GloWear 8368 Class 3 Hi-Vis Long Sleeve Safety Shirt","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8368 Hi-Vis Safety Shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e provides ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 3 certified high-visibility protection with long sleeve construction in a full lime standard fabric shirt — delivering the highest ANSI 107 Class 3 visibility certification in a cost-effective all-lime long sleeve configuration for road construction, highway maintenance, utility, and infrastructure workers who require maximum visibility compliance with full lime background material coverage throughout the garment in a standard fabric construction without the premium pricing of performance or black-accent variants. The 8368 is Ergodyne's standard-fabric Class 3 long sleeve all-lime hi-vis shirt — providing full ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 3 certification with lime fluorescent background material across the front, back, and sleeves and retroreflective tape bands meeting the Class 3 minimum specifications, in standard hi-vis fabric construction appropriate for the broad range of highway and construction PPE programs that specify Class 3 compliance without additional fabric performance or appearance requirements beyond the ANSI standard. ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 3 is the maximum pre-defined visibility classification for highway workers, requiring 1,240 square inches of fluorescent background material and 310 square inches of retroreflective tape in an approved configuration — the 8368's all-lime long sleeve construction satisfies these requirements with fluorescent material covering the full visible garment area, providing the circumferential coverage that the Class 3 standard requires for worker detection from all driver approach angles. Standard all-lime construction makes compliance inspection straightforward: no black panels, no portion calculation questions, full lime coverage throughout provides clear visual confirmation that the fluorescent background material requirement is satisfied across the garment. Long sleeve construction contributes the arm panels' lime material to the total background measurement while providing UV coverage for outdoor workers during summer field seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8368 Class 3 Hi-Vis Long Sleeve Shirt — Key Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 3 certified\u003c\/strong\u003e — maximum highway work zone visibility compliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull all-lime construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — maximum fluorescent background material coverage throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong sleeve design\u003c\/strong\u003e — arm UV protection and background material contribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard hi-vis fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e — cost-effective Class 3 compliance for program procurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetroreflective tape\u003c\/strong\u003e — nighttime and low-light conspicuity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8368\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eErgodyne GloWear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType R Class 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong sleeve shirt, full lime\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard hi-vis fabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHi-Vis Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLime\/yellow-green fluorescent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStandard Fabric Class 3 Long Sleeve: Core Compliance for Highway and Construction Programs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GloWear 8368 occupies the foundational position in Ergodyne's Class 3 long sleeve shirt range: full lime all-around coverage, Class 3 certification, long sleeve sun protection, standard fabric construction, and a price point appropriate for high-volume program procurement without premium feature additions. This position makes the 8368 the practical choice for programs that specify ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 3 compliance as the primary requirement and do not have additional specifications for moisture-wicking performance fabric or black accent panel aesthetics. Construction safety managers who outfit large workforces with Class 3 hi-vis shirts for seasonal highway projects or year-round construction programs frequently evaluate the garment selection based on three criteria: compliance verification (does it meet the required standard?), durability (will it survive the work season?), and cost per unit (what is the procurement budget impact at fleet scale?). The 8368 satisfies compliance and provides appropriate durability for construction wear in a standard fabric configuration that keeps cost per unit manageable across fleet sizes from tens to hundreds of workers. All-lime long sleeve construction provides compliance inspection clarity that no partial-lime design can match: a visual inspection confirms that fluorescent background material covers all visible areas of the shirt, providing quick compliance verification during safety audits, OSHA inspections, and daily supervisor checks without panel-area calculation requirements. Retroreflective tape on the garment provides nighttime and low-light retroreflection that complements daytime fluorescence — highway workers on projects with evening or night shift components have retroreflective conspicuity from vehicle headlights in addition to the daytime fluorescent visibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompliance and Certifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107\u003c\/strong\u003e — Type R Class 3 certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMUTCD compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e — highway worker hi-vis requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReal-World Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll-lime Class 3 construction provides the most straightforward visual compliance verification for safety audits and OSHA inspections — full lime coverage throughout the garment confirms background material requirement satisfaction without panel-area calculations, simplifying daily compliance checks for large highway construction crews.\u003c\/strong\u003e Construction safety managers conducting daily PPE compliance walks find all-lime Class 3 shirts the easiest to verify quickly at a glance compared to two-tone or partial-panel designs, reducing the time and training required for consistent compliance verification across large sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard fabric cost point supports large-scale Class 3 program procurement where per-unit savings across crew size and replacement cycles creates meaningful budget efficiency — providing full Class 3 compliance for the core highway worker population without the premium cost of performance or specialty fabric variants.\u003c\/strong\u003e Highway construction programs issuing Class 3 shirts to entire crew rosters across seasonal or annual replacement cycles find standard fabric models provide the most favorable cost-compliance balance for budget-constrained procurement where performance fabric premiums would be applied across the full workforce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications and Use Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighway construction — standard Class 3 long sleeve for general worker programs\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8368 for road and highway construction crews requiring ANSI 107 Type R Class 3 compliance in a cost-effective all-lime long sleeve format for seasonal program procurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUtility and infrastructure field work — Class 3 long sleeve for outdoor crew programs\u003c\/strong\u003e — standard fabric Class 3 for utility and infrastructure maintenance crews performing outdoor work in highway adjacent or high-traffic environments requiring Class 3 conspicuity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-volume program procurement — cost-effective Class 3 compliance at fleet scale\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8368 for organizations procuring Class 3 shirts for large workforces across multiple projects or seasonal programs where per-unit cost savings at scale is a primary procurement consideration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor GloWear 8370 Class 3 performance moisture-wicking fabric version, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8370-class-3-hi-vis-long-sleeve-performance-shirt\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8370 Class 3 Performance Hi-Vis Shirt\u003c\/a\u003e. For GloWear 8369BK Class 3 standard fabric with black front accent, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8369bk-class-3-hi-vis-long-sleeve-shirt-black\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8369BK Class 3 Hi-Vis Shirt Black Front\u003c\/a\u003e. For GloWear 8367 Class 3 short sleeve version, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8367-class-3-hi-vis-short-sleeve-shirt\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8367 Class 3 Hi-Vis Short Sleeve Shirt\u003c\/a\u003e. Browse the complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/collections\/high-visibility\"\u003eHi-Vis Safety Apparel collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the 8368 long sleeve be worn as part of a layered system in cold weather?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107 allows compliant garments to be worn over or under other garments under certain conditions, but layering rules affect compliance. When worn as an outermost layer, the 8368 provides full visible Class 3 compliance. When worn under a jacket or outer layer that is not Class 3 compliant, the underlying 8368's compliance may be partially obscured. For cold weather work, the outer layer worn over the hi-vis shirt must itself be ANSI 107 compliant at the required class level, or the hi-vis shirt must be the outermost visible garment. Class 3 hi-vis jackets and vests designed for cold weather layering are the preferred approach for maintaining Class 3 compliance in cold conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat size range does the 8368 come in, and how should size be selected for over-clothing wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eErgodyne's GloWear shirts come in a range of sizes — consult Ergodyne's current size chart for the 8368. When workers wear the hi-vis shirt over other garments (thermal layers, standard shirts) in cool weather, selecting one size larger than the worker's standard shirt size provides appropriate coverage without restricting movement or pulling the retroreflective tape out of its required position. When worn as a standalone layer in warm weather, standard sizing provides appropriate fit. The fit should allow full arm range of motion without the shirt pulling open at the retroreflective tape bands during overhead work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should worn hi-vis shirts be evaluated for replacement?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHi-vis garments should be inspected periodically and replaced when: fluorescent background material shows significant color loss (dulled lime, faded toward yellow or off-white) indicating luminance reduction that may compromise minimum ANSI 107 background material performance; retroreflective tape shows delamination, peeling, soiling that cannot be removed, or visible reflectivity loss; the garment has physical damage (tears, holes) that affects background material area measurement; or laundering damage has compromised the garment's structural integrity or certification compliance. The number of wash cycles and UV exposure are the primary aging factors — programs should establish replacement schedules based on expected laundering frequency and outdoor exposure intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Ergodyne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44048775905368,"sku":"8368","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/1900\/0920\/files\/ERGO-8368-Lime-A_273x0_c1e6dc67-665f-4355-8919-2be4da7a7c20.jpg?v=1777430424"},{"product_id":"ergodyne-glowear-8369bk-class-3-hi-vis-long-sleeve-shirt-black","title":"Ergodyne GloWear 8369BK Class 3 Hi-Vis Long Sleeve Shirt Black Front","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8369BK Hi-Vis Safety Shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e provides ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 3 certified high-visibility protection with long sleeve construction and a black front design — delivering the maximum ANSI 107 Class 3 visibility certification in a standard hi-vis fabric long sleeve shirt with black accent panels for road construction, highway maintenance, and infrastructure workers who require Class 3 compliance with a professional two-tone appearance without the premium cost of performance moisture-wicking construction. The 8369BK is Ergodyne's Class 3 long-sleeve standard-fabric hi-vis shirt with black front — the same two-tone lime and black aesthetic as the 8371BK Performance model but using standard hi-vis fabric construction rather than performance moisture-wicking fabric, providing a more economical Class 3 compliant option for programs that prioritize the professional two-tone appearance without the higher cost of performance fabric. ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 3 certification provides the highest standard pre-defined visibility classification for highway workers: 1,240 square inches of fluorescent background material and 310 square inches of retroreflective tape, with lime fluorescent panels positioned to provide the angular coverage required for vehicle driver detection from all approach angles in high-speed traffic environments. The black front panels reduce the all-lime visual profile while maintaining lime panel area and retroreflective tape placement that satisfies Class 3 measurement requirements — the black material is used for portions of the garment where ANSI 107 permits non-fluorescent material without compromising the angular coverage of the compliant lime panels and reflective tape. Long sleeve construction covers the arms with lime fluorescent material that contributes to the garment's total background material measurement while providing UV coverage for workers in sustained outdoor sun exposure during summer highway and infrastructure work seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8369BK Class 3 Hi-Vis Shirt Black Front — Key Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 3 certified\u003c\/strong\u003e — maximum visibility for highway and road work zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack front accent design\u003c\/strong\u003e — professional two-tone appearance with compliant lime hi-vis panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong sleeve construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — arm coverage and full background material contribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard hi-vis fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e — cost-effective Class 3 compliance for budget-conscious programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetroreflective tape\u003c\/strong\u003e — low-light and nighttime vehicle-driver conspicuity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8369BK\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eErgodyne GloWear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType R Class 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong sleeve shirt with black front\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard hi-vis fabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHi-Vis Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLime\/yellow-green fluorescent with black front\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBlack Accent Class 3 Standard Fabric: Professional Appearance at Standard Cost\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHi-vis program managers selecting between the 8369BK and 8371BK face a straightforward trade-off: the 8371BK adds performance moisture-wicking fabric for improved sweat management during physical labor at a higher price point, while the 8369BK provides the same Class 3 compliance and black front aesthetic in standard fabric construction at lower cost per garment. For programs with large fleets of hi-vis shirts where per-unit cost multiplied across the crew size creates significant procurement budget differences, the 8369BK's standard fabric cost point can provide meaningful savings while maintaining the Class 3 compliance and professional appearance requirements. Programs for which performance moisture management is a significant comfort and compliance factor — flaggers, asphalt crews, physically active highway construction roles in summer heat — benefit from the 8371BK's moisture-wicking construction. Programs for supervisory personnel, inspection staff, lower-activity roles, or cooler climate operations where moisture management is less critical can achieve the same Class 3 compliance and professional appearance with the 8369BK at reduced cost. The black front design serves the same organizational functions in both models: a more professional public-facing appearance for road programs in high-visibility municipal and highway environments, worker preference for the less conspicuous social appearance of the two-tone design versus all-lime, and organizational branding consistency across a crew where the two-tone aesthetic signals program quality and attention to detail alongside regulatory compliance. Class 3 certification provides the FHWA\/MUTCD required conspicuity level for workers in highway right-of-way environments — long sleeve lime panels on the arms and torso, combined with front and back retroreflective horizontal tape bands, create the minimum background and reflective material coverage that Class 3 mandates for high-speed work zone detection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompliance and Certifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107\u003c\/strong\u003e — Type R Class 3 certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMUTCD compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e — meets highway worker visibility requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReal-World Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack front accent provides the professional two-tone appearance that distinguishes crews in high-profile public road and infrastructure programs — satisfying both the Class 3 compliance requirement of the highway work zone and the appearance quality standard that municipal and DOT program managers apply to public-facing construction operations.\u003c\/strong\u003e State DOT contract crews and municipal road program managers who specify black-accent Class 3 shirts for public-facing work consistently report that the professional crew appearance improves public perception of the infrastructure program compared to all-lime alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard fabric Class 3 construction provides cost-effective compliance for large-fleet programs where per-unit savings across a substantial crew multiplied across replacement cycles creates meaningful budget efficiency — delivering Class 3 certification and professional black accent appearance at a price point that performance fabric alternatives cannot match.\u003c\/strong\u003e Large road construction contractors outfitting crews of 50-100 workers with Class 3 hi-vis shirts find standard fabric models like the 8369BK provide significant per-season procurement savings when the performance fabric premium is multiplied across fleet size and replacement frequency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications and Use Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoad construction supervision and inspection — Class 3 black front for professional-appearance programs\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8369BK for road construction supervisors, inspectors, and lower-activity roles where Class 3 compliance and professional appearance are priorities and performance moisture management is secondary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge-fleet highway programs — cost-effective Class 3 compliance at scale\u003c\/strong\u003e — standard fabric Class 3 black front for large highway construction programs where cost per unit across fleet size and replacement frequency drives procurement toward standard fabric while maintaining Class 3 compliance and professional appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMunicipal road departments — Class 3 professional appearance for public work\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8369BK for municipal road crew programs requiring Class 3 certification and consistent professional two-tone appearance in public-facing street maintenance and infrastructure work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor GloWear 8371BK Class 3 performance fabric with black front, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8371bk-class-3-hi-vis-long-sleeve-shirt-black\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8371BK Class 3 Performance Shirt Black Front\u003c\/a\u003e. For GloWear 8368 Class 3 standard fabric without black front, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8368-class-3-hi-vis-long-sleeve-shirt\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8368 Class 3 Hi-Vis Long Sleeve Shirt\u003c\/a\u003e. For GloWear 8370 Class 3 performance fabric without black front, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8370-class-3-hi-vis-long-sleeve-performance-shirt\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8370 Class 3 Performance Hi-Vis Shirt\u003c\/a\u003e. Browse the complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/collections\/high-visibility\"\u003eHi-Vis Safety Apparel collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the 8369BK compliant for all FHWA and state DOT projects requiring Class 3 hi-vis?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8369BK is certified to ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 3, which is the standard referenced by FHWA and most state DOT specifications for highway worker hi-vis requirements. For federally funded highway projects, the MUTCD requires Type R Class 3 for workers in the traffic control zone — the 8369BK's certification satisfies this requirement. Some states have additional requirements beyond the federal minimums; verify applicable state and project specifications when specifying for a specific project. The certification marking on the garment documents ANSI 107 Type R Class 3 compliance for inspection and regulatory verification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the 8369BK compare to 8368 — what does the BK add?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8369BK and 8368 are both Class 3 standard fabric long sleeve hi-vis shirts. The 8369BK adds black accent panels (typically on the front chest\/yoke area) that create a two-tone appearance. The 8368 uses standard all-lime construction without black panels. Both garments meet Class 3 certification requirements. The choice is primarily aesthetic: programs with appearance requirements, worker preference for the two-tone look, or organizational branding that includes black-accent hi-vis select the 8369BK; programs that prefer or specify uniform lime appearance, or where simplicity of compliance inspection is a priority, select the 8368.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does \"Type R\" classification mean in ANSI\/ISEA 107?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107 defines several application types for hi-vis apparel. Type R (Roadway\/Highway) indicates the garment is designed and tested for use by workers exposed to highway and roadway traffic — the primary use case for most hi-vis requirements. Other types include Type O (Off-Road) for workers in non-traffic environments and Type P (Public Safety) for law enforcement and emergency responders. Type R Class 3 is the specification most commonly referenced by traffic engineering and construction standards. Verify the applicable type designation in your project's safety specifications — most highway and road construction PPE requirements reference Type R.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Ergodyne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44048778264664,"sku":"8369BK","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/1900\/0920\/files\/ERGO-8369BK-Lime-A_273x0_9266bdf0-f22a-4521-a07c-cce95ea1498a.jpg?v=1777430474"},{"product_id":"ergodyne-glowear-8370-class-3-hi-vis-long-sleeve-performance-shirt","title":"Ergodyne GloWear 8370 Class 3 Hi-Vis Long Sleeve Performance Shirt","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8370 Performance Hi-Vis Safety Shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e provides ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 3 certified high-visibility protection with performance moisture-wicking fabric and long sleeve construction — delivering the maximum ANSI 107 Class 3 visibility rating in a performance-fabric long sleeve shirt for road construction, highway maintenance, and utility workers who require the highest visibility certification with the sweat-management and comfort characteristics that performance fabric provides during sustained physical labor in warm outdoor conditions. The 8370 is Ergodyne's Class 3 performance long-sleeve hi-vis shirt in a standard all-lime configuration — the same performance moisture-wicking fabric construction as the 8371BK but without the black front accent, providing full lime fluorescent background material coverage throughout the visible garment area for programs that specify uniform lime hi-vis appearance or that prefer maximum fluorescent material coverage. ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 3 certification requires 1,240 square inches of fluorescent background material and 310 square inches of retroreflective tape — the 8370's all-lime configuration places the fluorescent material across the front, back, and sleeves for comprehensive circumferential visibility coverage from all approach angles. Type R classification documents fitness for roadway and highway work zone environments where FHWA, MUTCD, and state DOT specifications require Type R Class 3 for workers in the road right-of-way on high-speed highway projects. Performance fabric construction uses polyester-blend materials engineered for moisture transport — the fabric's wicking structure draws sweat away from the skin surface toward the fabric's outer layers where evaporation carries heat away from the body, maintaining a drier, cooler skin microclimate during sustained physical exertion than cotton or standard polyester weaves achieve. Long sleeve construction protects arms from UV radiation during outdoor work — highway workers and utility personnel who work in direct sunlight for extended periods accumulate significant UV dose on exposed skin, and long sleeve coverage reduces this exposure while contributing to the garment's total background material area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8370 Class 3 Hi-Vis Performance Long Sleeve — Key Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 3 certified\u003c\/strong\u003e — maximum highway work zone visibility certification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance moisture-wicking fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e — sweat management for sustained outdoor physical labor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull lime construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — maximum fluorescent background material coverage on all visible surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong sleeve design\u003c\/strong\u003e — arm UV protection and full background material coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetroreflective tape strips\u003c\/strong\u003e — nighttime and low-light vehicle-driver conspicuity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8370\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eErgodyne GloWear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType R Class 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong sleeve shirt, full lime\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePerformance moisture-wicking polyester\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHi-Vis Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLime\/yellow-green fluorescent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerformance Fabric in Class 3 Hi-Vis: Moisture Management for Highway Work Zone Labor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighway construction workers who wear hi-vis garments as required PPE throughout summer work shifts encounter a comfort challenge that standard fabric hi-vis shirts cannot fully address: the combination of solar heat loading on the fluorescent fabric, physical exertion from construction labor, and limited moisture escape from close-fitting garments creates a perspiration accumulation environment that cotton and standard polyester fabrics poorly manage. Sweat-saturated fabric loses its thermal regulation function — wet cotton against the skin has high thermal mass and prevents the evaporative cooling that keeps skin temperature regulated during heavy labor. Performance fabric changes this management equation by actively moving moisture away from the skin before it can accumulate to saturation: the polyester microfiber construction creates a moisture gradient that pulls liquid from the skin-adjacent layer toward the outer fabric surface, where increased surface area and air exposure enable faster evaporation. The practical result is that workers wearing the 8370 performance fabric maintain a drier skin contact interface throughout physically intensive work periods, reducing the overheating and discomfort that drives workers to remove or modify their hi-vis garments in ways that compromise compliance. Full lime construction maximizes background material area — every visible portion of the 8370 contributes to the Class 3 background material measurement, creating the broadest possible fluorescent visual profile for vehicle driver detection from all approach angles. This is particularly relevant for highway workers who perform directional tasks (flagging, working on one side of a traffic lane, directing equipment) where their visibility from specific vehicle approach directions depends on the circumferential coverage that full lime construction provides across the torso, arms, and back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompliance and Certifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107\u003c\/strong\u003e — Type R Class 3 certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMUTCD compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e — meets highway worker hi-vis requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReal-World Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance moisture-wicking fabric reduces heat discomfort during sustained highway construction labor — maintaining a drier skin interface during asphalt paving, compaction, and material handling operations in summer conditions where standard fabric garments become heat-retaining and uncomfortable within hours of active work.\u003c\/strong\u003e Highway construction safety managers who have transitioned crews from standard fabric to performance fabric hi-vis shirts report improved wearing compliance during afternoon heat peaks, when standard fabric discomfort is most likely to produce unauthorized shirt removal or layering modifications that compromise ANSI 107 compliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull lime Class 3 certification provides maximum background material coverage for the broadest vehicle-driver detection profile — giving workers the maximum fluorescent visibility area that ANSI 107 Class 3 defines, with retroreflective tape supplementing daytime fluorescence with nighttime retroreflection for multi-shift projects.\u003c\/strong\u003e Highway project safety coordinators who specify Class 3 requirements for high-speed work zones find full lime construction provides the most straightforward compliance verification — all visible garment area contributes to background material measurement, simplifying inspection and documentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications and Use Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighway construction — Class 3 performance hi-vis for high-speed work zone crews\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8370 for road construction workers in FHWA\/MUTCD Class 3 required highway work zones where performance fabric supports sustained physical labor and full lime construction maximizes visibility coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUtility line and infrastructure work — Class 3 long sleeve for sustained outdoor exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e — performance moisture-wicking for utility workers and infrastructure crews in outdoor environments combining solar heat loading with physical activity where moisture management improves garment compliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-shift operations — Class 3 retroreflective for day-night work zone transitions\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8370 for highway operations running across day and evening shifts where both daytime fluorescence and nighttime retroreflection from Class 3 certified garments provide vehicle-driver conspicuity across all lighting conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor GloWear 8371BK Class 3 performance shirt with black front accent, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8371bk-class-3-hi-vis-long-sleeve-shirt-black\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8371BK Class 3 Performance Shirt Black Front\u003c\/a\u003e. For GloWear 8368 Class 3 standard fabric long sleeve, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8368-class-3-hi-vis-long-sleeve-shirt\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8368 Class 3 Hi-Vis Long Sleeve Shirt\u003c\/a\u003e. For GloWear 8292 Class 2 performance short sleeve, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8292-class-2-hi-vis-short-sleeve-performance-shirt\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8292 Class 2 Performance Shirt\u003c\/a\u003e. Browse the complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/collections\/high-visibility\"\u003eHi-Vis Safety Apparel collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is \"performance fabric\" defined in ANSI 107 hi-vis garments?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Performance fabric\" in hi-vis garment context refers to moisture-wicking polyester-blend construction engineered to move sweat away from the skin toward the fabric surface for faster evaporation, as opposed to standard weaves that absorb and hold moisture. Performance fabric doesn't change the ANSI 107 compliance classification — it's a comfort and moisture management feature within the background material specification. The fluorescent dye and background material area requirements are the same for performance and standard fabric garments at the same ANSI 107 class level. Performance fabric is a construction quality differentiator that affects wearing comfort and compliance, not the visibility certification level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes washing affect the Class 3 certification compliance of the 8370?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107 specifies performance requirements for background material luminance (fluorescence) and retroreflective tape reflectivity, with testing conducted on garments after a specified number of wash cycles — garments must maintain minimum performance after washing. However, fluorescent material does degrade with both UV exposure and repeated laundering over the garment's service life. Garments showing significant fluorescence loss (dulled or faded lime color), retroreflective tape delamination, or physical damage should be replaced. Follow Ergodyne's care instructions, inspect garments regularly for performance loss indicators, and replace when visible degradation suggests compliance may be compromised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between the 8370 and 8368 models?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth the 8370 and 8368 are GloWear Class 3 long sleeve hi-vis shirts in all-lime configuration. The 8370 uses performance moisture-wicking polyester fabric for sweat management during physical labor. The 8368 uses standard hi-vis fabric construction without the performance moisture transport feature. For construction workers performing sustained physical activity in warm conditions, the 8370's performance fabric provides measurably better moisture management. For lower-activity applications, administrative supervision, or programs where fabric performance is not a primary specification, the 8368 provides Class 3 compliance in a standard fabric configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Ergodyne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44048780623960,"sku":"8370","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/1900\/0920\/files\/8370-class-3-performance-hi-vis-long-sleeve-shirt-lime-front.jpg?v=1777430524"},{"product_id":"ergodyne-glowear-8371bk-class-3-hi-vis-long-sleeve-shirt-black","title":"Ergodyne GloWear 8371BK Class 3 Hi-Vis Long Sleeve Performance Shirt Black Front","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8371BK Performance Hi-Vis Safety Shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e provides ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 3 certified high-visibility protection with performance moisture-wicking fabric, long sleeve construction, and a distinctive black-front design — delivering the maximum ANSI 107 Class 3 visibility rating with professional black accent styling in a performance-fabric shirt for road construction, utility, and infrastructure workers who require the highest visibility class certification with a more professional appearance than traditional all-lime hi-vis designs. The 8371BK is Ergodyne's Class 3 performance long-sleeve hi-vis shirt combining two features that differentiate it within the GloWear shirt lineup: the \"Performance\" designation indicates moisture-wicking, quick-drying fabric construction appropriate for physically active work in warm conditions, and the \"BK\" designation indicates a black front section that reduces the all-lime visual profile of standard hi-vis shirts while maintaining the Class 3 background material and retroreflective tape requirements in the visible areas of the garment. ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 3 provides the highest pre-defined visibility classification for highway workers: Class 3 requires a minimum of 1,240 square inches of fluorescent background material and 310 square inches of retroreflective tape, making the garment visible to oncoming vehicle drivers at greater distances and in lower-light conditions than Class 2 alternatives. Type R (Roadway\/Highway) classification indicates the garment is designed and tested for use in road and highway work zones where vehicle traffic creates the primary conspicuity hazard. The performance fabric provides polyester-blend moisture management that moves sweat away from the skin surface during physically active work — relevant for road construction crews, flagger personnel, and utility workers performing sustained physical labor in summer conditions where body heat and perspiration management affect both worker comfort and garment wearing compliance through the shift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8371BK Class 3 Hi-Vis Performance Shirt — Key Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 3 certified\u003c\/strong\u003e — maximum pre-defined visibility for highway work zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack front design\u003c\/strong\u003e — professional appearance with compliance-maintaining lime hi-vis panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance moisture-wicking fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e — sweat management for sustained physical labor in warm conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong sleeve construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — arm protection and UV coverage for full-body outdoor work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetroreflective tape\u003c\/strong\u003e — nighttime and low-light conspicuity for multi-shift work zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8371BK\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eErgodyne GloWear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType R Class 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong sleeve shirt with black front\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePerformance moisture-wicking polyester\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHi-Vis Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLime\/yellow-green fluorescent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eClass 3 Hi-Vis with Black Accent: Professional Appearance for Road and Infrastructure Work\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107 hi-vis requirements specify minimum quantities of fluorescent background material and retroreflective tape, but do not require that the entire garment be lime-green or orange. Black-accent designs like the 8371BK use non-fluorescent black material for portions of the garment — typically the front chest, collar area, or sleeves — while maintaining the required lime fluorescent panels on the sides, back, and upper chest where background material measurement is counted toward the Class 3 minimum. The result is a garment that meets all Class 3 conspicuity requirements from the driver's-eye perspective (the hi-vis panels and retroreflective tape are positioned to satisfy the angular coverage requirements for vehicle detection) while presenting a more professional two-tone appearance that has become standard in higher-profile road construction and utility programs. Black-accent hi-vis shirts have been adopted in programs where workers' appearance reflects on the contracting organization's professionalism — municipal road departments, utility companies, and highway construction contractors who want crews to present a neat, organized appearance while maintaining full ANSI 107 compliance. The \"BK\" variant of the 8371 differentiates from the standard 8370 (all-lime) by adding the black front for programs with appearance requirements or worker preference for the two-tone aesthetic. Performance fabric serves the physical demands of Class 3 workers: flaggers standing for extended periods in direct sunlight, road crew members operating compactors and laying asphalt, and utility infrastructure workers performing overhead line work all generate body heat and perspiration that moisture-wicking fabric moves away from the skin, maintaining dryness and reducing the cooling-through-evaporation interference that saturated cotton creates. Long sleeve construction provides arm UV protection and maintains the Class 3 background material coverage that the sleeve panels contribute to the garment's certification compliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompliance and Certifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107\u003c\/strong\u003e — Type R Class 3 certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMUTCD compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e — meets Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices hi-vis requirements for highway workers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReal-World Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack front design provides professional two-tone appearance that satisfies appearance requirements in road construction and utility programs while maintaining full ANSI 107 Class 3 compliance — addressing the organization image requirements of higher-profile public-facing infrastructure programs without compromising the visibility performance that Class 3 certification documents.\u003c\/strong\u003e Municipal road departments and utility contractors who have adopted black-accent hi-vis shirts report positive feedback from both workers (who prefer the professional appearance) and management (who see consistent, organized crew appearance in public-facing project environments).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance moisture-wicking fabric maintains worker dryness during sustained physical labor in summer road construction and utility work — reducing the discomfort of sweat-saturated hi-vis garments that cotton or lower-performance fabrics produce during active work in warm outdoor conditions.\u003c\/strong\u003e Road construction crews working asphalt paving and compaction operations in summer heat find performance fabric shirts significantly more comfortable than standard fabric equivalents during the prolonged physical exertion that paving operations require, improving wearing compliance through hot afternoon shift segments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications and Use Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighway road construction — Class 3 performance hi-vis for asphalt, paving, and flagging crews\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8371BK for road construction workers in Class 3 required highway work zones where performance fabric supports physical labor in summer heat and black front accent provides professional crew appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMunicipal and utility programs — professional Class 3 hi-vis for public-facing infrastructure work\u003c\/strong\u003e — black front Class 3 for municipal road crews, utility workers, and infrastructure maintenance teams in public-facing environments where crew appearance standards complement ANSI 107 compliance requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-shift highway operations — Class 3 retroreflective for day and night work zone coverage\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8371BK for highway projects operating across day and evening shifts where Class 3 certification and retroreflective tape provide vehicle-driver conspicuity across all lighting conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor GloWear 8370 Class 3 performance long sleeve without black front, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8370-class-3-hi-vis-long-sleeve-performance-shirt\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8370 Class 3 Hi-Vis Performance Shirt\u003c\/a\u003e. For GloWear 8369BK Class 3 standard fabric long sleeve with black front, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8369bk-class-3-hi-vis-long-sleeve-shirt-black\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8369BK Class 3 Hi-Vis Shirt Black Front\u003c\/a\u003e. For GloWear 8294BK Class 2 performance shirt with black bottom, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ergodyne-glowear-8294bk-class-2-hi-vis-performance-shirt-black\"\u003eErgodyne GloWear 8294BK Class 2 Performance Shirt\u003c\/a\u003e. Browse the complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/collections\/high-visibility\"\u003eHi-Vis Safety Apparel collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the black front panel on the 8371BK compromise ANSI 107 Class 3 compliance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — the 8371BK's design maintains full ANSI\/ISEA 107 Type R Class 3 compliance by positioning the lime fluorescent background material and retroreflective tape in the locations and quantities required by the standard. The black front material is positioned in areas where the standard allows non-fluorescent material, while the total lime background material and retroreflective tape across the garment meets Class 3 minimums. ANSI 107 does not require that the entire garment be fluorescent — it requires specific minimum areas and angular coverage. The 8371BK achieves this in a two-tone design that satisfies the standard's measurement requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen is Class 3 required versus Class 2 hi-vis apparel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eANSI\/ISEA 107 and the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) provide guidance on classification selection based on work zone conditions. Class 3 is required for work environments where workers are exposed to traffic traveling over 50 mph, in complex traffic control zones where conspicuity is especially critical, during night work, and in weather conditions reducing visibility. Class 2 is appropriate for lower-speed environments (under 50 mph) with controlled work zones. For FHWA-regulated highway projects, the MUTCD specifies Class 3 for workers in the road right-of-way. Consult the applicable traffic control plan and your project's safety specifications to confirm the required class for your specific work zone conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the care and maintenance for performance hi-vis fabric?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerformance hi-vis garments should be laundered according to the care label instructions — typically machine wash cold or warm with like colors, avoiding bleach, and tumble drying on low or line drying to preserve both the performance fabric and the fluorescent dye. Fluorescent background material fades with UV exposure and laundering cycles over time — ANSI 107 specifies a minimum luminance factor for compliant background material, and garments that have been washed frequently or exposed to significant UV may need replacement when visual inspection suggests significant fluorescence loss. Retroreflective tape should be inspected periodically for delamination, soiling, and reflectivity loss that would indicate replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Ergodyne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44048783376472,"sku":"8371BK","price":43.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/1900\/0920\/files\/8371bk-class-3-performance-hi-vis-long-sleeve-shirt-lime-front.jpg?v=1777430578"}],"url":"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/collections\/hi-vis-shirts.oembed","provider":"WC Safety","version":"1.0","type":"link"}