Media Vests


The PPAGLA Media Safety Vest is now available for media representatives nationwide with 'authorized' media identification issued through local police/sheriff or highway patrol office. The following is a description of the vest:

  • • Type 3 Lime colored safety vest of lightweight 100% Polyester tight-mesh material. 2 inch 3M 'Scotchlite 8906 Reflective Material' striping on front and back. Meets ANSI 107-200 Class 2.
  • • Bold, block lettering "NEWS MEDIA', plus PPAGLA logo on the front and back.
  • • Clear pocket window for media id on front right, with a chest pocket on the opposite side.
  • • Three sizes available: Large (our smallest), 2XL (fits 5'8''/200lbs) and 4XL (longer/wider in waist).

Vest application must be accompanied by a check for $30 plus $2.48 CA sales tax for PPAGLA members, and $50 plus $4.13 CA sales tax (if within California) for non-members.

Make check payable to PPAGLA. Add Shipping costs at $3.00 per vest ordered. Complete, sign, and attach all required documentation and mail to:

PPAGLA
Media Safety Vest 
3607 West Magnolia Blvd. Suite #5
Burbank,California 91505
Click here for application.

NOTE: Beginning November 24, 2008, a new Federal Law states that “ALL persons working on a Federal Highway MUST wear a Type 2 or Type 3 safety vest”. This includes firefighters, police, tow truck drivers and the media.

For more information, contact PPAGLA Board Member Bob Riha, Jr. via email at: at ppaglamediavest@gmail.com.

The Press Photographers Association Of Greater Los Angeles announces an 'APPROVED' Media Safety Vest For Journalists And Photojournalists