Yellow and Red Occupational Safety Vest A yellow and red vest combines the benefits of both colors: 1. High visibility: The presence of yellow (or fluorescent yellow) ensures the wearer is visible and conspicuous, increasing their safety. 2. Job identification: The presence of red (often in stripes or sections) helps identify the wearer or their role. For example: o A construction site supervisor's vest might be: the red enhances their status as a supervisor, while the yellow ensures their safety among equipment and workers. o An airport worker's vest: They need to be visible (yellow), but their official color or team identification is red. o A traffic or security policeman's vest: To achieve high visibility while maintaining their corporate identity. Important Standard Specifications Regardless of color, vests must meet safety standards to ensure their effectiveness. • Reflective Tape: They must contain reflective strips (often silver or white) to reflect the light of car headlights at night.
