Battery Charging Danger Signs

According to OSHA regulations, it is required that battery charging installations be located in designated battery charging areas because of the dangers of hydrogen gas and battery acids. It’s important that workers take safety precautions in order to reduce potentially dangerous situations. By posting OSHA signs in these areas, workers are warned of the dangers of smoking or bringing an open flame near the area, they are reminded to wear protective gear and to turn off chargers when connecting or disconnecting batteries. In addition, the American National Standard Institute (ANSI) caution and safety signs help make your workplace a safe environment.

What do you need to know about Danger Safety Signs

Environmental & facility safety signs are usually larger because they are observed at further distances. These signs usually contain lesser amounts of information for visual clarity at a distance. Signs should be placed in a clearly visible location and should be protected from damage and obliteration.

• When safety signs are distinguished by their color code (ANSI Z535.2) they become useful tools to help protect the health and safety of personnel at the workplace.
• Safety signs are a supplement to, and NOT a substitute for, the required protective measures for eliminating or reducing the hazards in the workplace.
• Reading and understanding safety signs displayed on machinery or around your facility will help minimize the possibility of accidents and increase hazard awareness.

Danger Sign Information

Chemical Related Hazard Danger Signs

Hazardous chemicals are any products or materials that present any physical or health hazards when used, unless they are exempted under the law

Chemical storage areas can be the most dangerous places in most facilities. Placing the correct warning signs and labels around chemicals is essential to maintaining work place safety. Visit the Occupational Health & Safety Website to learn more about increasing safety awareness with signs.