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At Safe Reflections, we keep a close eye on reflective visibility standards because we see them as just the starting point for product development and refinement.
When visibility stands between risk and safety, there's no room for shortcuts. That makes
reflective trim more than just an addition to protective gear; it's a life
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critical technology.
One of the most significant industry shifts is the focus on comfort. Historically, safety apparel prioritized visibility and compliance over wearability.
In extreme environments visibility isn't just about being seen. Segmented, breathable reflective trims are effective and specifically engineered for environments where heat, motion, and pressure collide.
Between January 1, 1990, and February 1, 2025,
the number of on-duty firefighter fatalities in the US totaled 3,902,
485 of which are classified as “struck by” incidents.
