Adult Safety Vests

 


Staying Safe on Highway 1: The Importance of Adult Safety Vests

Highway 1, one of the most iconic and heavily traveled roads, demands stringent safety measures—especially for workers and emergency responders. These high-visibility garments are not just a regulation—they're a life-saving necessity.

Why Adult Safety Vests Matter

Whether you're a construction worker, traffic controller, tow truck operator, or law enforcement officer, visibility is everything. Vehicles often travel at high speeds on Highway 1, and poor visibility—especially during early morning hours, at dusk, or in foggy conditions—can result in tragic accidents.

Adult safety vests are designed with fluorescent colors (such as neon yellow or orange) and reflective strips to catch the attention of drivers from a distance. This ensures that anyone working on or near the roadway is clearly seen, reducing the risk of collisions.

Highway 1 often runs through fog-prone areas and can get dark quickly, especially in coastal or forested sections. A safety vest with reflective strips and bright colors (like neon yellow or orange) ensures that drivers can spot pedestrians or workers from a greater distance, even in poor visibility.

Highway 1 stocks Hi-Vis fluorescent Safety vests which are a range of high quality high visibility safety vests made specifically for New Zealand standards. Made from a high GSM cloth.

We have 3 types of Adult Safety Vests.  These zipped vests are of a high quality and will last a long time

  • Standard vests – without pocket

  • Superior vests – with pocket & Id card holder

  • Longsleeve vests

  • SMTS vests


Conclusion

Highway 1 offers breathtaking views—but also presents serious risks for those working near the roadway. The adult safety vest, simple in design yet critical in function, is a cornerstone of roadway safety. 

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59 Druces Road, Manukau, Auckland

Opening Hours 8:00am – 5:00pm, Monday – Friday 

Tel : 09-260 4810



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