Learn how to verify an EN 17353 test report: check product identity, B1/B2/B3 scope, photometric results, certificates, variants, and red flags before buying.
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When manufacturing or sourcing enhanced visibility equipment for medium-risk situations, staying compliant with European standards is critical. The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) recently rolled out EN 17353:2020+A1:2025, an amendment that brings a much-needed fix to the industry. For buyers and manufacturers of reflective workwear—especially those dealing with custom high visibility shirts and lightweight jackets—the […]
At first glance the two names look almost the same — but EN 17353:2020 +A1:2025 represents a clearly updated and technically revised version of the original EN 17353:2020 standard. The suffix “+A1:2025” means that a formal amendment (Amendment 1) was incorporated in 2025. 1. EN 17353:2020 — Original Standard (2020) First published in 2020 by the European Committee for Standardization […]
In 2025, the European Committee for Standardization (CEN) published an important update to the medium‑risk visibility standard: EN 17353:2020 +A1:2025. This revised standard provides clear test methods and performance requirements for enhanced visibility equipment designed for medium‑risk situations, bridging the gap between casual reflective accessories and high‑visibility protective clothing covered under EN ISO 20471. What Is EN 17353:2020 +A1:2025? EN 17353:2020 +A1:2025 is […]
Factories that manufacture safety vests often confuse EN17353 and EN20471. The wrong standard can result in product rejections, safety failures, and legal compliance issues. In this guide, I’ll walk you through how to comply with EN17353 for your safety vests — and how it compares to other regulations like EN20471. EN17353:2020 is a European standard […]
1. What is EU type – examination? EU type – examination is a crucial part of the conformity assessment procedure for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). It involves a notified body carefully examining the technical design of PPE. The main goal is to verify and attest that the technical design of the PPE meets the requirements […]
Road safety has long been an important area of focus in Europe, particularly in relation to the availability of visibility equipment that can keep pedestrians and cyclists safe in low-light conditions. EN17353:2020 Type B1 and Type B2 reflective products must be marketed in pairs at least, as demanded by European standard EN17353, a requirement based […]
For businesses or individuals looking to create user manuals for reflective hangers, here are the official usage instructions in both Finnish and Swedish. Feel free to use these as a reference when writing or updating your own product manuals. Finnish Instructions: Heijastimen Käyttöohje Heijastinta tulisi käyttää hämärässä ja pimeän aikaan. Sen tulisi roikkua ja liikkua […]
The EN 17353 standard significantly improves visibility in various conditions by establishing specific requirements for enhanced visibility clothing and devices designed for medium-risk situations. Here’s how it achieves this: Key Features of EN 17353 Types of Visibility Equipment: EN 17353 categorizes visibility equipment into three types, each tailored for different lighting conditions: Type A: Designed for use […]