TICONN TICONN-1491 Hi-Vis Class 3 Safety Sweatshirt Hoodie

The TICONN High Visibility Safety Sweatshirt Hoodie (SKU: TICONN-1491) delivers ANSI/ISEA 107-2020 Class 3 certified high-visibility protection at a value price point that makes large-scale safety program procurement practical without compromising regulatory compliance. Featuring fluorescent yellow-green construction with strategically placed retroreflective tape, this Class 3 hi-vis hoodie meets the same ANSI 107 standard required on federally funded highway and road construction projects — at a cost that allows employers to outfit entire crews, replace worn garments promptly, and maintain continuous compliance across large workforces.

Key Features

• ANSI/ISEA 107-2020 Class 3 certified — highest pedestrian worker visibility classification
• Fluorescent yellow-green fabric meets Class 3 minimum 1,240 sq in background area requirement
• Retroreflective tape strips meeting Class 3 310 sq in minimum for night and low-light visibility
• Sweatshirt-weight construction for all-season comfort and temperature regulation
• Integrated hood for head and neck protection in cold and windy conditions
• Front pocket for hand warming and accessory storage
• Value pricing supports bulk procurement for safety programs and crew outfitting
• Durable construction for demanding road construction and warehouse environments

Specifications

Detailed Description

For safety managers, fleet operators, and project managers responsible for outfitting large crews with compliant hi-vis garments, the per-unit cost of workwear directly affects compliance rates. When high-visibility hoodies are expensive, organizations delay replacement of worn or damaged garments, workers share garments between shifts, and crews show up without required PPE. The TICONN TICONN-1491 addresses this problem directly: ANSI/ISEA 107-2020 Class 3 compliance at a price point that makes bulk purchasing practical.

ANSI/ISEA 107-2020 Class 3 is the most stringent classification for high-visibility safety apparel. It requires a minimum of 1,240 square inches of fluorescent background material and 310 square inches of retroreflective tape ��� substantially more than Class 2, which requires only 775 square inches of fluorescent material and 201 square inches of tape. The TICONN-1491 meets these Class 3 requirements, making it compliant for the most demanding highway, rail, and roadway construction environments where Class 3 is federally mandated.

The fluorescent yellow-green colorway is the most widely specified color in North American roadway safety programs. It delivers high daytime luminance, making workers conspicuous to motorists at longer distances than standard colors. Combined with retroreflective tape that returns headlight energy back toward oncoming drivers, the TICONN-1491 performs as a full-spectrum visibility garment across daylight, dusk, dawn, and nighttime conditions.

Sweatshirt-weight construction serves multiple purposes in a field environment. The cotton-poly loop-back fabric provides enough thermal mass to keep workers comfortable in cool morning temperatures without overheating during physical exertion later in the day. It functions as a standalone garment in mild weather or as a thermal base layer under a hi-vis rain jacket or insulated vest in colder conditions. The integrated hood adds weather protection without requiring a separate piece of headwear, keeping workers covered during unexpected precipitation.

For bulk safety programs, the TICONN-1491 is a straightforward specification: a single Class 3 compliant garment available in multiple sizes that can be ordered in quantity, inventoried, and deployed as needed. When garments reach end of service life — identified by faded fluorescence or compromised retroreflective tape — they can be replaced promptly without significant budget impact. This replace-rather-than-rehabilitate approach to safety workwear maintenance is the most effective way to ensure consistent compliance across large teams.

Road construction firms, utility contractors, warehouses, and municipalities running large safety programs will find the TICONN-1491 an effective foundation garment. It does not require the investment of premium-brand hi-vis apparel while still meeting the exact same ANSI standard. For environments where garments get dirty, damaged, and replaced frequently, the value tier makes more operational sense than spending on premium features workers may not need.

Compliance and Standards

• ANSI/ISEA 107-2020 Class 3: Highest hi-vis classification. Required for workers on high-speed federally funded highway projects.
• FHWA Requirements: Federal Highway Administration mandates Class 3 garments for workers on federal-aid highway projects.
• MUTCD Compliance: Meets Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices visibility requirements for roadway workers and flaggers.
• OSHA 29 CFR 1926.201: Supports compliance with OSHA visibility standards for flagging operations and roadway environments.

Real-World Benefits

• Bulk procurement economics: Value pricing enables purchase of full-crew inventories and prompt replacement of worn garments.
• Consistent compliance: Affordable per-unit cost removes the temptation to extend service life beyond safe wear limits.
• All-season utility: Sweatshirt weight transitions between standalone and mid-layer use across spring, fall, and mild winter conditions.
• Standard fluorescent profile: Yellow-lime color is recognizable to all compliance inspectors and immediately verifiable in the field.
• Full Class 3 protection: Same ANSI standard as premium-brand hi-vis hoodies at a fraction of the price.

Applications and Use Cases

• Road and highway construction — frontline crews and laborers
• Warehouse and distribution center floor workers
• Bulk safety program procurement for large contractor firms
• Municipal public works and road maintenance departments
• Utility and telecommunications field crews
• Construction site general labor requiring Class 3 compliance
• Rail and transit maintenance programs

Related Products

• Hi-Vis Safety Vests — Full Collection
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is TICONN a reliable brand for ANSI 107 compliance?

TICONN products carry ANSI/ISEA 107-2020 certification. When purchasing hi-vis garments for safety programs, confirm that the specific product lists its ANSI classification on the label or in the product documentation. For regulated work environments, maintain records of the ANSI standard met by garments issued to employees.

What makes Class 3 better than Class 2 for road work?

Class 3 provides substantially more fluorescent background area (1,240 vs. 775 sq in) and retroreflective tape (310 vs. 201 sq in) than Class 2. On high-speed roadways where drivers have limited reaction time, the additional visible area provides an important safety margin. FHWA mandates Class 3 for workers on federal-aid highway projects; many state DOTs follow the same requirement.

How many garments should I stock per employee?

Safety program best practices recommend a minimum of two garments per employee to allow for washing, drying, and inspection between shifts. For dirty or outdoor environments where garments accumulate grime quickly, three per employee allows continuous clean-garment deployment while others are being laundered or inspected for serviceability.

When should a hi-vis hoodie be replaced?

Replace garments when: fluorescent material appears visibly faded or washed out; retroreflective tape is cracked, peeling, or shows significant delamination; the garment has holes, tears, or damage affecting the fluorescent area; or it can no longer be laundered to an acceptable state of cleanliness. When in doubt, replace — the cost of a new garment is negligible compared to the cost of a worker incident.

Can this be used as a layering piece under a rain jacket?

Yes. The sweatshirt-weight construction makes it an effective mid-layer. When worn under a hi-vis outer shell, ensure the outer garment maintains Class 3 compliance. The hoodie adds thermal insulation while the outer layer provides rain protection and the visible fluorescent surface.

Does this meet FHWA requirements for federally funded road projects?

Yes. The TICONN-1491's ANSI/ISEA 107-2020 Class 3 certification satisfies FHWA requirements for workers on federal-aid highway projects, where Class 3 is mandatory. Keep garment labeling records on file for project safety documentation as required by project specifications.

Is fluorescent yellow-green available in all sizes for large crews?

The TICONN-1491 is available in a range of sizes to support diverse workforce populations. For large crew procurement, verify current stock availability in required sizes and consider ordering ahead of project start dates to allow time for size-specific distribution and fitting verification.