Hi Vis Safety Apparel for Telecom & Cable Crews

Seen on the roadside, up the pole and in the bucket.

Telecom, fiber and cable crews work along roads, in aerial lifts, on poles and near energized lines, often on the move between jobs all day. We outfit telecom, broadband, cable and tower contractors with hi vis vests and shirts, arc-rated options, rain gear and helmets, decorated with your company logo.

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What to look for in telecom hi vis

  • Class 2 or Class 3 at the roadside. Crews setting up near traffic need ANSI-rated garments; Class 3 is the stronger choice at night and on fast roads.
  • Mic tabs and pockets. Mic tabs hold radios, and multi-pocket vests keep meters, phones and tools handy.
  • Arc-rated near power. Crews working in the power space on joint-use poles may need arc-rated garments. Your hazard assessment decides the rating.
  • Helmets with chin straps. Climbing-style and lineman helmets with chin straps stay put in buckets and at height.

Your company's and your customer's safety rules always come first. New to ANSI ratings? Read ANSI Made Easy.

A telecom kit to start from

  • Everyday: the 104ST Class 3 tee, or a Class 2 polo or tee under the 505SX seven-pocket breakaway vest with mic tabs and X-back.
  • Near power: the 305-2100 Class 2 AR/FR mesh vest (4.6 cal/cm²) and the 355-2500AR AR/FR Class 3 waterproof breathable jacket.
  • Head protection: the 280-HP1491RV Traverse vented climbing helmet or the JSP 280-AHS240 Type II lineman helmet.
  • Rain: the 353-2000 Class 3 heavy-duty waterproof breathable jacket with mic tabs.

Mic-tab styles · Arc-rated apparel · Hard hats and helmets · Rain gear · Work gloves

Worker in an orange hi vis jacket decorated with a black crew logo on the chest

Your crew, your brand

We decorate in-house, so every tech shows who they work for: your logo on the chest and your company name across the back, which helps homeowners and property managers recognize your crews. See our decoration and branding options.

Ordering for one crew or many

  • Decorated orders: 12-piece minimum per design.
  • Turnaround: blank (undecorated) orders ship in 3–5 days; decorated orders take about 15 days. Fall and winter are our busiest season, so order early.
  • Sizes for the whole crew: select styles run up to 9X, with tall sizes and women's fits on some styles.
  • Multiple regions, one price list: a national account or employee store keeps approved gear and pricing the same for every crew and subcontractor.
  • Purchasing: open accounts are available to established accounts by approval.

Working on electric distribution too? See our utility workers page.

Telecom hi vis FAQ

Which ANSI class do telecom crews need?

Crews working near traffic generally need Class 2 or Class 3. Follow your company's and your customer's safety program.

Do you carry arc-rated hi vis?

Yes, including AR/FR vests and rain gear. Shop arc-rated apparel.

Can subcontractors order matching gear?

Yes. An employee store can give approved contractors access to your branded items and pricing.

How long do orders take?

Decorated orders take about 15 days, and blank (undecorated) orders ship in 3–5 days. Fall and winter are our busiest season, so order early.