Our high visibility body armour range combines certified ballistic and stab protection with enhanced reflective strips and hi-vis colouring - making it ideal for community support officers, door supervisors, traffic marshals, event security, and anyone who needs to be seen as well as protected. Available in both overt and covert hi-vis designs with protection levels from KR1 stab rated through to NIJ Level IIIA ballistic.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is high visibility body armour?
High visibility body armour combines personal protection with enhanced visibility. The vests incorporate reflective strips and hi-vis colouring (typically yellow or royal blue) that make the wearer easily identifiable in low light or busy environments. They are worn over clothing rather than concealed underneath and are commonly used by community support officers, security guards, and public-facing professionals.
Who typically wears high visibility body armour?
Our hi-vis body armour is popular with community support officers (CSOs), police volunteers, door supervisors, event security staff, traffic management teams, and private security personnel working in public-facing roles. The visible nature of the vest serves both as a deterrent and as a way to identify the wearer as a person in authority.
What protection levels are available?
Our high visibility range is available in KR1 SP1 stab and spike protection, NIJ Level II ballistic protection, NIJ Level IIIA ballistic protection, and Home Office HO1 KR1 SP1 multi-threat protection. The right choice depends on your threat assessment. For most community-facing security roles in the UK, KR1 SP1 or Home Office certified options are appropriate.
What does KR1 SP1 mean?
KR1 is a UK Home Office CAST standard rating for knife resistance - a vest rated KR1 has been tested against knife stabs at a defined force level. SP1 is the equivalent spike/needle protection rating. Products rated to both KR1 and SP1 provide protection against both knives and sharp spikes or hypodermic needles. This is the minimum recommended standard for community-facing security roles in the UK.
Can high visibility vests be worn in all weather conditions?
Yes. Our hi-vis vests are designed for outdoor and all-weather use. The outer materials are durable and the reflective strips are designed to retain their visibility in wet conditions. If you are working in very cold conditions, our vests can be layered over a base layer or fleece without compromising the protective panels.
Are these vests available with Klick Fast dock points?
Yes. Several of our community support high visibility vests come with built-in Klick Fast dock points, allowing you to attach radios, ID pouches, cameras, and other accessories directly to the vest without additional fittings. Please check individual product listings to confirm Klick Fast compatibility.
