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Warning Corrosive Sign

PPR-HI-HS-17-A3SA

£9.19

A3 - S/A Vinyl

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"Warning Corrosive" Sign: Essential for Hazard Communication in High-Risk Areas

Product Overview:

The "Warning Corrosive" sign is an integral part of safety protocols in environments where corrosive substances are present. These substances, which can include strong acids, bases, dehydrators, and oxidizers, have the potential to cause severe harm to both people and materials upon contact. The sign's purpose is to alert workers, visitors, and personnel to the presence of these hazardous chemicals and to promote caution when in proximity to them.

Key Features:

  • Clear Hazard Identification: Instantly indicates the presence of corrosive materials, alerting individuals to the potential for chemical burns or material degradation.
  • Universal Symbols: Incorporates globally recognized symbols, such as the corrosion pictogram from the Globally Harmonized System (GHS), to convey the message regardless of language barriers.
  • High Visibility: Utilizes bright colors, typically black on yellow or white, which is a standard for warning signs, ensuring they grab attention and convey urgency effectively.
  • Durable Materials: Constructed from materials that are resistant to the very chemicals they warn about, as well as general wear from environmental exposure.

Placement Considerations:

  • Process Areas: Mounted near storage tanks, pipelines, and processing equipment where corrosive substances are used or contained.
  • Entry Points: Positioned at the entrances to restricted areas to prevent unwary access to locations where corrosive chemicals are present.
  • Visible Heights: Placed at eye level or in a prominent position to ensure that they can be easily seen and heeded by anyone in the vicinity.

Benefits of the "Warning Corrosive" Sign:

  • Injury Prevention: Minimizes the risk of accidental contact with harmful chemicals by providing a clear warning to take necessary precautions.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Assists facilities in adhering to workplace safety standards, such as those mandated by OSHA and other health and safety authorities.
  • Material Preservation: Helps protect equipment and infrastructure by alerting personnel to areas where extra care should be taken to avoid corrosion.
  • Enhanced Safety Culture: Demonstrates a commitment to safety and health, contributing to a workplace where vigilance and caution are part of the standard operating procedures.

Conclusion:

The deployment of "Warning Corrosive" signage is vital in environments handling dangerous chemicals. It plays a crucial role in preventing accidents and injuries, ensuring that everyone in the vicinity is aware of the hazards posed by corrosive substances. Sturdy, visible and straightforward, these warning signs are an indispensable part of maintaining a secure and compliant workplace. For employers and safety officers, prioritizing the installation of such signage is fundamental to the protection of people, materials, and facilities.

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Product Info

Working with corrosive substances is dangerous. These substances can corrode exposed skin, leaving extreme injuries as a result. As soon as a person’s skin meets corrosive substance damage can begin, meaning precaution must be taken by workplaces to prevent such an injury from happening in the first place.Having a corrosive sign is essential in preventing accidents. By having the correct signage in place, you will be warning any employee or workplace visitor of corrosive substances. When people have adequate warning, they can then take the correct precautions to ensure their safety. The Health and Safety (Safety Signs and Signals) Regulations state that workplaces must display clear hazard signs to warn people to take precautions where these hazards exist. To comply with these regulations, make sure you warn people of any dangerous corrosive substances with a corrosive sign from Puffin Plastics.Our corrosive signs can come in a range of different sizes from A3 to A5 and have two different production methods to choose from. The first is a self-adhesive sticker which can easily be displayed with a peel and stick method. This choice is best for displaying signs on flat surfaces like walls. Our second option is our rigid sign which is made from Rigid PVC at 1mm thickness. This option would suit if you were planning to display the sign on an uneven surface or in an area where durability is of the utmost importance.The production of our corrosive warning signs takes only one to three days with the promise that single items will be sent out with Royal Mail 24-hour shipping at the cost of £1.50.If you have any specific requirements for your corrosive signs, please get in touch today to discuss your business needs.