Ergodyne GloWear 8225HL Class 2 Solid Hi-Vis Safety Vest — Hook-and-Loop

Frequently asked questions

What is the Ergodyne GloWear 8225HL?

An ANSI/ISEA 107 Type R, Class 2 solid hi-vis safety vest in a single-color lime-yellow design with a hook-and-loop front closure. It is the hook-and-loop version of the zipper 8225Z, pairing solid-lime Class 2 compliance with fast one-motion access.

What does Type R, Class 2 mean?

ANSI/ISEA 107 Type R covers roadway workers, and Class 2 meets the standard for environments with vehicle speeds up to 50 mph, providing the 775 square inches of combined background and retroreflective material in the horizontal band arrangement Class 2 specifies, as the listing states.

What does solid mean here?

The 8225HL uses a solid lime-yellow background that meets ANSI/ISEA 107's fluorescent yellow-green specification, with silver retroreflective stripes - a uniform single-color look rather than a two-tone design.

Why hook-and-loop closure?

Hook-and-loop provides the fastest vest access of the standard closure options: a single downward motion opens the closure and a single motion closes it, without zipper alignment.

How does it differ from the zipper 8225Z?

Both are solid-lime Class 2 vests with the same background and silver stripe configuration; the 8225HL uses a hook-and-loop closure for quick access, while the 8225Z uses a zipper for secure retention. Choose by closure preference.

Why choose solid over mesh?

Solid fabric provides fuller-coverage background material and a more substantial feel, while mesh trades some of that for airflow. Choose solid for a uniform single-color look and mesh for warm-weather breathability.

Is this chemical or cut protective clothing?

No - the 8225HL 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.

When is Class 3 needed instead?

Class 3 is required for high-speed traffic above 50 mph and complex or low-light work zones. Confirm the class with the ANSI 107 guidance and your traffic control plan.

Does it work day and night?

Yes - the fluorescent lime background provides daytime conspicuity and the silver retroreflective stripes return headlight and work-light beams at night.

What sizes are available?

Confirm the size and fit options on the product listing; a properly fitted vest keeps the reflective geometry positioned for its rated visibility.

How do I care for it?

Follow Ergodyne's care instructions and laundering limits; retire the vest 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?

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