Keep Your Workplace Safe with the Right Signs
Running a warehouse, plant or job site? Then you already know things move fast. People, machines, forklifts, chemicals, it’s organized chaos on a good day. Without clear signs, it can quickly go from busy to dangerous.
OSHA isn’t optional. And neither is safety.
Why Signs Are a No-Brainer
- Stop accidents before they happen
- Help people find their way without asking
- Stay on OSHA’s good side (and avoid fines)
- Make emergency exits and gear easy to spot
Not all signs do the same job. You need the right ones in the right spots. Let’s break it down.
What Types of Industrial Signs Do You Need?
Hazard Signs
Point out the big dangers, stuff like high voltage, flammable gear or heavy machinery that could flatten a grown man.
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Warning and Caution Signs
Let people know something’s risky, even if it won’t kill them. Think slippery floors or low ceilings.
Shop Warning Signs
PPE Signs
Tell workers exactly what to wear in each zone. Helmets here. Gloves there. No guessing.
Find PPE Signs
Exit and Evacuation Signs
Mark every exit. Every route out. Every emergency plan. No one should have to think during a fire.
Check Exit Signage
Machine Labels and Lockout Signs
Label what each machine does. Add lockout tags to stop someone flipping a switch mid-repair.
Explore Lockout Tagout Signs
Where Should You Put Your Safety Signs?
Stick signs where people need them most. That means:
- Entrances and exits
- Near anything electrical or chemical
- Walkways, forklift lanes, loading docks
- PPE stations, eye wash stations
- Bathrooms and locker rooms (yes, even there)
- Anywhere you’ve got a hazard hiding in plain sight
Know the OSHA Rules
Signs aren’t just about being helpful. They’ve got to follow the law.
What OSHA and ANSI Want:
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Use the right words: DANGER (red), WARNING (orange), CAUTION (yellow)
- Make the text easy to read from far away
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Use symbols everyone can understand
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Signs should last—no peeling, fading, or missing letters
See OSHA-Compliant Signage
Make Your Signs Work Harder
Good signage is only useful if people notice it. Here’s how to make that happen:
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Keep the design and wording the same across the site
- Use signs made for your environment (like waterproof or chemical-safe)
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Check them every few months and replace anything beat up
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Train your team on what signs mean and what to do
Pair Your Signs With Smart Gear
Signs are part of the system. Add these too:
Floor Marking Tape
Draw clear lines between safe zones and danger zones
Shop Floor Tape
Lockout Tagout Kits
No surprises during machine maintenance
Buy Lockout Gear
First Aid Stations
Mark the spot, save time in emergencies
Get First Aid Signs
Spill Kits
Make leak cleanups fast and obvious
View Spill Kits
Why Shop Safety Signs at OneSource?
Because we’ve got what the others don’t:
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Signs that meet OSHA and ANSI standards
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Tough materials for rough environments
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Custom options for your site
- Fast delivery and no nonsense
FAQs About Industrial Safety Signage
How often should I check or replace my signs?
Do a full signage audit every quarter. Replace any that are unreadable, damaged or missing.
What materials work best in outdoor or dirty environments?
Aluminum or heavy-duty plastic. Look for weather and chemical resistance in the product specs.
Do I need signs in multiple languages?
If your workforce speaks more than one language, yes. Clear communication matters more than ever.
How do I know which signs I legally need?
Check OSHA’s requirements or talk to a safety consultant.
Wrap Up
If your signs are faded, missing or unclear, you’ve got a problem.
If you’re not sure what signs you need, that’s a problem too.
Either way, we’ve got you covered. From warning signs to PPE reminders, let’s get your site compliant and your people safe.
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