Portwest FR85 Orange Bizflame High-Vis FR Jacket
Railway work has particularly stringent visibility requirements, and the Portwest FR85 Orange Bizflame High-Vis FR Jacket easily meets these standards. The jacket is inherently flame resistant and anti-static, and that fact that it is 100% metal-free makes it particularly suitable for certain electrical tasks.
What Can the Orange Bizflame High-Vis FR Jacket Do for Me?
The jacket has several helpful features:
- High-Vis: The jacket features premium sew on reflective tape for high visibility, and qualifies as suitable protective clothing for railway work
- Flame Resistant: The jacket offers protection from occasional and brief contact with small igniting flames
- Anti-Static: The material is inherently anti-static due to the carbon fibre component
- Metal-Free: The jacket is metal-free which is required for some professional uniforms
Who Can Use the Portwest Bizflame FR Jacket?
The Portwest Bizflame FR Jacket is suitable for wear during railway work, thanks to it's high-vis certifications. The jacket is also ideal for electricians, as it is 100% metal-free, which is required for certain tasks.
Which Size Is Right for Me?
To find the correct size please measure the circumference of your chest as illustrated in the diagram below. Next establish your size with reference to the table and then select the appropriate option from the drop down menu at the top of the page. If you are between sizes we recommend choosing the larger.
| Size | Chest Measurement |
| Small/Medium | 92 - 104cm |
| Large/Extra Large | 108 - 124cm |
| XX-Large/XXX-Large | 128 - 140cm |
What Certifications Has the Portwest Bizflame High-Vis FR Jacket Received?
The jacket has been extensively tested to ensure your complete safety at work.
- EN ISO 14116:
- EN 1149
- 5: Protects against electrostatic discharge in case of an explosion
- RIS-3279-TOM Issue 1
- EN ISO 20471:
What Do These Certifications Mean?
- EN ISO 14116: This standard specifies whether a garment will protect a wearer from occasional and brief contact with small igniting flames
- EN 1149-5: This standard demonstrates whether a garment protects against electrostatic discharge in environments such as petrochemical refineries where there is a risk of explosion
- RIS-3279-TOM: This standard determines whether a garment qualifies as suitably high-vis for working in the rail industry
- EN ISO 20471: This standard certifies whether an item of clothing is capable of visually signalling the user's presence, and assesses the durability of the high-vis qualities of the garment
The jacket offers protection from limited exposure to fire, although it must be worn with other flame resistant garments to offer full flame resistant protection. The jacket also offers inherent protection against electrostatic discharge. The jacket is certified as high-vis, and can be worn during railway work which has particularly stringent requirements.
Is Further Information Available on These Certifications?
If you would like to find out more about this topic we suggest you read our blog on Flame Resistant Standards: What Do I Need to Know? Or alternatively, if you are looking for high-vis workwear, you might try our blog on High-Vis Workwear: What Do I Need To Know?
What Are the Key Features of the Bizflame Jacket?
- Guaranteed flame resistance for the life of the garment
- Lightweight and comfortable design
- Premium sew on flame resistant reflective tape for added safety
- Material is 100% metal-free for added safety
- Hook and loop closure for easy access
- OEKO-Tex certified as free from harmful chemicals
What Are the Technical Details of the Portwest Jacket?
- Shell Fabric: 98% Polyester, 2% Carbon Fibre, Warp Knitted 120g
- View Additional Shell Fabric Info: 98% Polyester, 2% Carbon Fibre, Warp Knitted, 120g
Conformity Statement
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