Safety Tips

Safety Tips

Stay Seen. Stay Safe.

At ORBIS®, our mission is simple: help people stay visible, confident, and protected wherever they go. Whether you’re on the job site, out for a night run, cycling at dusk, or walking the dog after dark, small safety habits can make a big difference.

Top Visibility & Safety Tips

🔶 1. Always wear reflective gear

Visibility drops drastically in low light. Even a single reflective band or belt can help drivers see you from over 500 m (1,600 ft) away. For maximum effect, wear reflective gear on both your upper and lower body so you’re visible from all angles.

Recommended:
ORBIS® Classic Reflective Belt
ORBIS® Deluxe Reflective Belt
ORBIS® Reflective Arm/Leg Band
ORBIS® Reflective Suspenders

🔴 2. Light up your path

Reflective materials work when light hits them. Safety lights make you stand out even more by actively emitting light, improving how early drivers and other road users can see you.

Clip a light to your belt, jacket, backpack, helmet band, or dog harness to stay visible from every direction.

Recommended:
ORBIS® High Intensity Beam White Safety Light
ORBIS® Wide-Sight Red Safety Light
ORBIS® Wide-Sight High Intensity Red Safety Light
ORBIS® Mini Rechargeable Red Safety Light

🟡 3. Choose bright, contrasting colours

Hi-vis fluorescent yellow/green and orange are proven to stand out in:

  • Daylight
  • Twilight and dawn
  • Fog, rain, and overcast conditions
  • Nighttime under headlights

Whenever possible, choose outer layers and safety gear in high-visibility colours, backed up by reflective strips and active lighting.

👁️ 4. Move with awareness

Visibility is not only what you wear, but how you move.

  • Walk or run facing traffic when possible.
  • Make eye contact with drivers before crossing the road.
  • Avoid sudden changes in direction near vehicles.
  • Keep volume at a level where you can still hear traffic and surroundings.

🧼 5. Keep your gear in good shape

Reflective and elastic materials wear out over time. Check your gear regularly and replace items that show:

  • Cracked, peeling, or dull reflective tape
  • Stretched-out elastic that no longer fits securely
  • Heavy dirt or staining that doesn’t wash off

A clean, bright reflective surface is far more effective than a worn or dirty one.

🐾 6. Protect your pets

Your dog needs visibility just as much as you do, especially near roads, driveways, and shared paths. Attach a reflective band or safety light to their neck or harness during early-morning and evening walks.

Recommended:
ORBIS® “Rover Here” Reflective Neck Bands for Dogs
ORBIS® Mini Rechargeable Red Safety Light
ORBIS® Wide-Sight Red Safety Light

Build your own visibility system

For the strongest protection, combine multiple types of ORBIS® gear:

Our commitment

Every ORBIS® product is designed to make safety easier, not harder. From reflective belts and bands to high-intensity safety lights and mounting accessories, we engineer each detail to help you stay visible, comfortable, and confident — wherever work or adventure takes you.

ORBIS® — built for visibility, trusted for life.