Child safety vests
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Falling PriceResult child safety vestAs low as €2.70 €2.25 Regular Price €3.00
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Portwest Kids Hi-Vis Yellow VestAs low as €4.44 €3.70
Yellow child safety vests
Wearing a safety vest is not just for fun. This equipment is an essential part of a vehicle's first aid kit. In this guide, we will help you choose a safety vest suitable for children.
Wearing a reflective safety vest: what does the law say?
Like a helmet, the safety vest is part of the equipment mandatory for road users (motorists, scooter riders, cyclists).
For cyclists, wearing a vest is essential for all driving outside built-up areas according to the Highway Code. Failure to comply with this obligation is punishable by a fine of between €35 and €150, depending on the seriousness of the case. To ensure the safety of cyclists, the law requires that the safety vest be reflective. This workwear for children must also be homologated (with a "CE" marking)to comply with regulations.
The same provisions apply to motorists, but with a few nuances. Indeed, wearing a safety vest is not systematically compulsory for drivers and their passengers. This item of clothing must, however, be included in the first aid kit. In other words, wearing it is compulsory in the event of an accident or mechanical breakdown.
According to a decree issued in October 2008, safety vests are not necessarily yellow in color. It is quite possible to opt for clothing on the upper body in red, orange or even pink (for children). However, this equipment must be fitted with reflective strips.
The absence of a safety vest in a vehicle is punished with a fine ranging from €90 to €135 for motorists.
Wearing a child safety vest: what are the advantages?
Apart from compliance with regulations, wearing a safety vest has many advantages.
Versatile equipment
Contrary to popular belief, the safety vest is not only for professionals in the BTP. It is also very useful in many circumstances:
- Traffic accident,
- Mechanical failure,
- Driving a bike,
- Work in factories,
To be spotted at night, you can even wear a safety vest to connect the office-home journey.
Optimal visibility in the car, on a bike, or for horseback riding
In the event of a mechanical breakdown, you are forced to get out of the car to repair the technical faults. Even if you stop on the side of the road, you are not always visible. This exposes you to the risk of an accident, because at any time, a speeding car can hit you.
The safety vest will allow you to be seen by motorists thanks to its reflective strips.
How to choose a safety vest for children?
The level of safety is a crucial criterion for choosing a safety vest. All child safety vests available on Oxwork's online catalog comply with EN 1150 standards. Intended for non-professional clothing, this standard makes it possible to specify the effectiveness of the reflective strips of equipment.
You will find a wide variety of safety vests for children in the online store, including models with a sewn-in 50 mm safety band. Ultra-fluorescent, this band allows you to be visible at more than 100 m. This allows motorists to downshift.
You can also opt for the safety vest with two 5 cm horizontal reflective strips and a 5 cm wide reflective strip on the shoulder. These elements have the advantage of offering more visibility.
Apart from safety, comfort is also an essential consideration when choosing a child safety vest. Equipped with a Velcro closure, the child safety vest marketed by Oxwork guarantees ease of use. Indeed, it can be put on in just a few seconds; and adjusts according to the morphology of the child.
To adapt to all needs, safety vests are available in several sizes. They can be worn by children aged 6 to 12.
Where can I find a cheap fluorescent yellow vest?
You will find on our website Oxwork, fluorescent safety vests for children, adapted to their sizes/ages, CE certified or complying with the EN 1150 standard. The best value for money , it's our home.