A concise guide summarizing the key provisions, garment types, and performance requirements of the ANSI/ISEA 107-2020 high‑visibility safety apparel standard.
This technical bulletin provides a quick‑reference overview of the ANSI/ISEA 107-2020 standard for high‑visibility safety apparel (HVSA). It outlines design guidelines, material performance criteria, garment types and classes, and labeling requirements to help manufacturers and users comply with U.S. federal regulations.
The document also includes a FAQ section that addresses common questions about differences from previous editions, regulatory requirements, and the use of single‑use disposable coveralls. It is intended as a summary aid and not a substitute for the full standard text.
| Minimum background material for Type R Class 2 (smallest size) | 540 in² |
|---|---|
| Minimum background material for larger Type R Class 2 garments | 775 in² |
| Minimum background material for Type R Class 3 (smallest size) | 1000 in² |
| Minimum background material for larger Type R Class 3 garments | 1240 in² |
| Minimum retroreflective material for Class 2 garments | 201 in² |
Yes. The 2020 edition includes additional changes such as removal of the Accessories category and new requirements for single‑use disposable coveralls.
Yes. Section 6D.03 of the 2009 Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) specifies the types of HVSA that workers must wear when operating on or near public access roadways.
Yes. ANSI/ISEA 107‑2020 replaces the ANSI/ISEA 107‑2015 version as the current standard.
The label must state that the garment meets the single‑use disposable coverall requirements of ANSI/ISEA 107‑2020, include the phrase “SINGLE‑USE ONLY”, and advise not to remove the label.