*Also available in hamster sizes. 

What’s wrong with this photo? Spot the violation.

It’s a gray day and the officer needs her reflective arm bands so the vehicles she’s directing can see her. Her dog is in the same danger zone. So why shouldn’t he/she have reflective garb, too?

The Moral: Reflective clothing is a must for anybody–or anything–exposed to traffic hazards.

REFLECTIVE CLOTHING:  Why You Should Pay Attention

• EVERY 14 MINUTES: How often somebody gets hurt in a road construction zone accident
• EVERY 15 HOURS: How often somebody gets killed in a road construction zone accident
• 25: The percentage of road construction zone fatalities involving large trucks.  

5 KINDS OF REFLECTIVE CLOTHING

Reflective, aka high-visibility clothing, reduce your risks of getting hit by a vehicle when you’re exposed to traffic hazards. The 5 common types of reflective clothing include:

1. Reflective Vests

2. Reflective Belts

3. Reflective Arm Bands

4. Reflective Jackets

5. Reflective Hats

WHO SHOULD WEAR REFLECTIVE CLOTHING?

Answer: You (and Your Dog) if You:

• Work in construction
• Work on highways and roads
• Are a fire fighter, school crossing guard or a parking attendant
• Work in EMS
• Work as a baggage handler or other outdoor operation at an airport
• Jog, bike, or do any other roadside activity after work