When linemen are working out in the elements, they need not only waterproof protection, but also the ability to be seen on the job site. Ariat's new FR HiVisH20Proof Jacket meets these needs by featuring heavy-duty Cat. 4 protection in a lightweight 6-oz. fabric with 3M reflective tape.
The high-vis yellow jacket is ANSI Class 3 rated for visibility and includes 160 gsm FR insulation. In addition, the garment has a fully seam-sealed waterproof construction with a breathable membrane. Its zippered exterior and interior chest pockets allow for safe storage of sensitive material, while the heavy-duty storm flap has Velcro closures for additional rain protection.
Amy Fischbach is the Field Editor for T&D World magazine and manages the Electric Utility Operations section. She is the host of the Line Life Podcast, which celebrates the grit, courage and inspirational teamwork of the line trade. She also works on the annual Lineworker Supplement and the Vegetation Management Supplement as well as the Lineman Life and Lineman's Rodeo News enewsletters. Amy also covers events such as the Trees & Utilities conference and the International Lineman's Rodeo. She is the past president of the ASBPE Educational Foundation and ASBPE and earned her bachelor's and master's degrees in journalism from Kansas State University. She can be reached at [email protected].
