Men’s Hi-Vis FR & Arc-Rated Workwear

Shop men’s hi-vis FR and arc-rated workwear for electrical, utilities, mining, energy, oil and gas and other high-risk industries. Explore flame-resistant shirts, pants and protective workwear with selected arc-rated, anti-static and reflective options.

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Men’s Flame-Resistant & Arc-Rated Workwear

Specialist workplaces can expose workers to hazards that require more than conventional hi-vis clothing. Flame-resistant (FR) and arc-rated workwear is designed for particular thermal and electrical hazards, with different garments providing different levels and types of protection.

This collection brings together men’s specialist workwear for industries such as electrical, utilities, mining, energy, oil and gas, industrial maintenance and other high-risk environments.

Depending on the individual product, the range can include FR work shirts, flame-resistant work pants, hi-vis FR clothing, taped protective workwear, anti-static garments and arc-rated workwear.

Importantly, FR and arc-rated do not mean exactly the same thing. Garments should be selected according to the hazards identified for the task and the required workplace protection level.

Arc-Rated Workwear for Electrical Hazards

An electrical arc flash can generate extreme thermal energy. Arc-rated clothing is specifically tested for exposure to arc thermal hazards and carries a rating indicating its tested protective performance.

The required arc rating depends on the workplace hazard assessment. A worker should never select a garment simply because it is described as flame resistant, hi-vis or protective.

Check each product for its stated arc rating, garment classification, applicable standards and manufacturer specifications before use in an environment with an identified arc-flash hazard.

Flame-Resistant Hi-Vis Workwear

FR workwear is designed using materials and garment constructions intended to resist ignition and limit flame spread. Depending on the product, specialist FR clothing may also incorporate features such as FR reflective tape, anti-static properties and high-visibility fabrics.

These garments can be required in environments where workers may be exposed to heat, flame or other identified hazards.

FAQs About ARC/Fire Rated Workwear

Do you sell arc-rated work pants?

Cheap Work Boots stocks specialist protective workwear across its range, including garments designed for electrical and arc-flash risk environments. Arc-rated and flame-resistant are not interchangeable terms, and an FR garment should not automatically be assumed to have the arc rating required for a particular task. Where arc-flash protection is required, check the individual garment for its stated arc rating, certification and applicable standards before use.

Do you sell flame-resistant or FR work pants?

Yes. Selected men’s work pants in the range incorporate flame-resistant materials and FR reflective tape for specialist workplaces. Current examples include the Hard Yakka Y02525 cargo pant with FR tape and the KingGee Y02670 ShieldTec FR cargo pant with FR tape and knee pockets. FR protection varies considerably between garments, so always check the individual product specifications before purchasing.

What is the difference between FR and arc-rated work pants?

FR (flame-resistant) workwear is designed to resist ignition and reduce the spread of flame. Arc-rated clothing has been specifically tested and assigned a rating for protection against thermal energy generated by an electrical arc event. Arc-rated garments are flame resistant, but not every FR garment is necessarily arc rated. Workers exposed to electrical arc hazards should select clothing according to the required arc rating and workplace risk assessment.

Do you sell anti-static FR workwear?

Selected specialist garments can incorporate anti-static properties alongside flame-resistant protection. Anti-static, FR and arc-rated protection are separate characteristics, so check the individual garment to determine exactly which properties and standards apply.

What industries use FR and arc-rated workwear?

Specialist FR and arc-rated clothing can be required in industries including electrical, utilities, mining, energy, oil and gas, industrial maintenance and other environments involving identified thermal or electrical hazards. The required clothing depends on the task and workplace risk assessment.

Do mine workers wear FR and arc-rated clothing?

Some mining environments and roles require specialist FR, anti-static or arc-rated workwear, while others may not. Requirements depend on the mine, work area, task and hazards involved. Site requirements should always be confirmed before choosing protective clothing.

What is FR workwear?

FR generally refers to flame-resistant workwear designed to resist ignition and reduce flame spread when exposed to particular thermal hazards. The protection provided depends on the garment materials, construction, testing and certification, so individual product specifications should always be checked.

What is arc-rated workwear?

Arc-rated workwear is clothing specifically tested for protection against the thermal effects of an electrical arc event. Arc-rated garments have a stated protective rating, which allows appropriate clothing to be selected according to the assessed electrical hazard.