TICONN 1903 Class 3 Hi-Vis Fleece Full-Zip Hoodie Jacket
EDITORIAL REVIEW: 4.5/5 β WC Safety Review of the TICONN 1903, a Class 3 fleece hoodie that keeps crews warm and seen. Editorial assessment by Steven Eaton, WC Safety editor, based on published TICONN specifications...
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Editorial assessment by Steven Eaton, WC Safety editor, based on published TICONN specifications and category fit. We did not laboratory-test this product.
The TICONN 1903 is an ANSI/ISEA 107-2020 Class 3 fleece-lined full-zip hi-vis hoodie in fluorescent yellow-lime, adding thermal fleece insulation and an integrated hood to Class 3 visibility for cold-weather highway construction, rail maintenance, and outdoor night work. It meets the Class 3 minimums of 1,240 square inches of fluorescent background and 310 square inches of retroreflective tape.
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Why the TICONN 1903 keeps cold-weather crews warm and compliant
Cold, dark shifts on the highway or the rail right-of-way need two things at once: the highest visibility class and real warmth. The 1903 combines them β a fleece-lined interior for warmth-to-weight, an integrated hood for head and neck protection against wind and precipitation, and a full-zip front for controlled ventilation and quick on-off β all while meeting ANSI/ISEA 107-2020 Class 3 with the full 1,240-square-inch fluorescent background and 310-square-inch retroreflective tape. As hi-vis hoodies go, this is the cold-weather Class 3 pick, and the best hi-vis hoodies guide and ANSI 107 guide cover how to match garment to the work zone. It keeps crews warm, hooded, and seen.
Safety first: the 1903 is high-visibility apparel for being seen in traffic and low light β it is not protective clothing rated for a chemical splash hazard, cut, flame, or arc. For those hazards, wear the appropriate rated PPE, including chemical-resistant gear for chemicals; the fleece adds warmth, not flame or arc protection. Keep the reflective striping on the outermost layer and unobstructed by the hood or bags, and confirm Class 3 fits your zone with the when-do-you-need-hi-vis guide. Retire the hoodie once the fluorescent fabric fades or the tape cracks.
What the TICONN 1903 listing documents
From the published specs: ANSI/ISEA 107-2020 Class 3 certification in fluorescent yellow-lime; a fleece-lined interior; a full-zip front with an integrated hood and hand-warming pockets; and the Class 3 minimums of 1,240 square inches of background and 310 square inches of retroreflective tape. These are true class 3 hi-vis hoodie credentials and a genuine fleece safety sweatshirt β a warm full-zip hi-vis jacket for winter roadwork.
How the TICONN 1903 compares to other hi-vis
For other TICONN Class 3 hoodies, the TICONN 1491 and TICONN 1485; for a Class 3 insulated bomber jacket, the GloWear 8377; for a Class 3 shirt, the GloWear 8371BK; and for a Class 3 vest, the GloWear 8346Z. The complete hi-vis apparel guide covers the range.
Choosing the right hi-vis garment
Match Type, Class, and insulation to the work zone and season. For garment families, browse the safety vests, high-visibility, and hi-vis shirts collections; for outerwear and wet weather, the hi-vis jackets and hi-vis rainwear collections and the hi-vis jackets guide; and for the class decision, the Class 3 vests collection and the hi-vis shirts guide.
Where it fits by job and crew orders
The 1903 suits highway construction, rail maintenance, and outdoor night crews who need Class 3 visibility with fleece warmth through cold shifts. Wear it as an outer layer with the striping exposed, size it correctly to keep the reflective geometry in place, and retire it when the material fades. For crew orders, quantity purchasing runs through a free Amazon Business account β volume pricing, PO numbers at checkout, and tax-exempt eligibility for qualifying organizations, with the walkthrough linked in our footer.
What "Class 3" actually means
High-visibility apparel is specified by ANSI/ISEA 107, and the class number is not a quality ranking β it is a measured area of background and retroreflective material, matched to how fast traffic moves and how complex the background is. Class 2 suits roadway work under about 50 mph; Class 3 requires substantially more material and coverage of the arms, which is why a Class 3 garment is a sleeved jacket or sweatshirt rather than a vest.
For federal-aid highway work, 23 CFR Part 634 requires high-visibility apparel meeting ANSI/ISEA 107 for anyone working within the right-of-way. On other sites, 29 CFR 1926.201 covers flagger visibility.
Two practical limits. Retroreflectivity degrades with laundering and abrasion, so a faded garment can fall out of class long before it looks worn out β check the care label for the rated wash count. And hi-vis is conspicuity only: it is not flame-resistant unless it separately carries an arc or FR rating.
Frequently asked questions
What is the TICONN 1903?
An ANSI/ISEA 107-2020 Class 3 fleece-lined full-zip hi-vis hoodie in fluorescent yellow-lime. It adds thermal fleece insulation and an integrated hood to Class 3 visibility for cold-weather highway, rail, and outdoor night work.
What does Class 3 mean here?
Class 3 is the highest ANSI/ISEA 107-2020 visibility level for roadway workers, requiring a minimum of 1,240 square inches of fluorescent background and 310 square inches of retroreflective tape, as the listing states.
How warm is it?
The listing states a fleece-lined interior for enhanced warmth-to-weight performance in cold conditions, suitable as a standalone cold-weather outer layer or a mid-layer in extreme cold.
What is the closure?
A full-zip front closure allows controlled ventilation and quick on and off, and an integrated hood adds head and neck protection in cold, wind, and precipitation.
Is this chemical or cut protective clothing?
No - the 1903 is high-visibility apparel for being seen, not rated for a chemical splash hazard or cut protection. Use chemical-resistant or cut-rated PPE for those hazards.
Does the hood affect visibility compliance?
The listing states the garment meets the Class 3 minimums of 1,240 square inches of fluorescent background and 310 square inches of retroreflective tape; keep the hood and any layers from covering the reflective striping in use.
What color is it?
The listing states fluorescent yellow-lime (yellow-green) background material, providing daytime conspicuity while the retroreflective tape returns light at night.
What work is it for?
Cold-weather highway construction, rail maintenance-of-way, and outdoor night work where workers need Class 3 visibility and warmth at the same time.
Can I layer it?
Yes - it works as a standalone cold-weather outer layer or as a mid-layer under a shell in extreme cold; keep the reflective material visible on the outermost layer for compliance.
What sizes are available?
Confirm the size and fit options on the product listing; a properly fitted hoodie keeps the reflective geometry positioned for its rated visibility.
How do I care for it?
Follow TICONN's care instructions and laundering limits; retire the hoodie when the fluorescent fabric fades or the retroreflective tape cracks, since faded material no longer meets its visibility rating.
How do I order for a crew?
Quantity purchasing runs through a free Amazon Business account - volume pricing, PO numbers at checkout, and tax-exempt eligibility for qualifying organizations. The bulk-ordering walkthrough is linked in our site footer.
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