Safety Signs - Communicating Conditions on Campus

Communication of safety concerns and unusual operating conditions is an important part of keeping our campus community safe. Temporary signs are a useful tool in informing students, staff, visitors, and vendors of unusual conditions. It is important to use the sign that is suitable to the level of concern. 

Safety signs should be used in addition to regular communications channels; Work Control will continue to be the primary source of communicating workplace issues via email.

Steps to communicate safety concerns on campus:

  1. Identify the appropriate sign by consulting the chart below.
  2. Click the sign to download.
  3. Type your message in large font.
  4. Print.
  5. Laminate (if needed).
  6. Post.
  7. Remove the sign after the issue is resolved. 

Safety Sign Selection Chart

Environmental Health & Safety has made a quick and easy way to determine which sign is appropriate for the issue. 

Goal of Sign

Examples

SiGN Type

Provide information to affected parties about an unusual condition.

  • Bathroom Closed
  • Wet Paint
  • Use Other Exit

Use Notice Template

Warn of a hazard to affected parties.

  • Slippery Floor
  • Trip Hazard
  • Sharp Edge

Use Caution Template

Keep people away from danger.

  • Open Electrical Panel
  • Fall Hazard
  • Crane In Use

Use Danger Template

Tips:

  • You will not be able to edit the sign after you open it; you must download a copy before you can edit it.
  • Make sure the message on the sign is brief and clear.
  • Post the sign in a conspicuous location. You may have to have several signs to notify people who are approaching from a different direction.
  • When using danger tape or caution tape, affix the sign to the tape.
  • When appropriate, include a contact name, department, or phone number.
  • Do not forget to remove the sign after the issue has been resolved!

Questions?

Contact Justin Zunker, Occupational Safety Officer, 541-346-0780