The Viking Open Road® 6165 Surveyor Vest is designed for professionals who need high visibility, durable construction and organized storage in the field. Made from 150-denier polyester twill, it features double-hemstitched pockets and seams for increased resistance to wear from repeated washing. Eight pockets, a full-width 14-inch zippered back pack and dedicated storage for surveyor tools provide practical organization, while mesh side vents support airflow. High-visibility classification varies by colour: black 6165BK is CSA Z96-22 Class 1, Level 2 and ANSI/ISEA 107-2020 Type O, Class 1, while yellow 6165G provides higher visibility classifications.

Key Features

Field-ready storage: Eight hook-and-loop pockets, including five exterior and three interior pockets.
Dedicated surveyor features: Brass grommets on lower front pockets accommodate surveyor tape dispensers, with a long ruler pocket at the left rear.
Additional carrying capacity: 14-inch zippered pack extends across the back area.
Durable construction: Double-hemstitched pockets and seams, heavy-duty brass snaps and grommets increase durability.
Ventilated design: Mesh side vents improve airflow during field work.
Communication-ready: Cell phone/radio pocket with hook-and-loop closure.
Harness access: Rear D-ring slot accommodates compatible fall protection equipment.

Intended Use

Designed for professionals requiring visibility, storage and field-ready functionality.

Professional surveying
Forestry
Conservation work
Site supervision
Construction

Product Specifications

Brand: Viking
Collection: Open Road®
Model – Black: 6165BK
Model – Yellow: 6165G
Model – Orange: 6165O
Product Type: High-visibility surveyor vest
Material: 150-denier polyester twill with mesh side vents
Reflective Material: 2 in. Vi-brance® reflective material on 4 in. contrasting tape
Reflective Configuration: WCB / WorkSafe / DOT configuration
Pockets: 8 hook-and-loop pockets, 5 exterior and 3 interior
Surveyor Storage: Lower front brass grommets for tape dispenser and long ruler pocket at left rear
Additional Storage: 14 in. zippered pack across the back
Additional Features: Heavy-duty brass snaps and grommets, dual reflective chest straps, cell/radio pocket and rear D-ring access

Certifications and Standards

Yellow / Orange – 6165G | CSA Z96-22 – Class 2, Level 2: Canadian high-visibility safety apparel classification; becomes Class 3 when combined with the appropriate model arm and leg bands.
Yellow / Orange – 6165G | ANSI/ISEA 107-2020 – Type R, Class 2: High-visibility classification for workers exposed to roadway traffic and moving vehicles or equipment.
Black – 6165BK | CSA Z96-22 – Class 1, Level 2: Canadian high-visibility safety apparel classification.
Black – 6165BK | ANSI/ISEA 107-2020 – Type O, Class 1: High-visibility classification for occupational off-road environments.