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

Click on the Safety Sign Selection Chart below to select and download a sign.

Safety Sign Selection Chart

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!

Contacts:

Haily Griffith, Occupational Health and Safety Manager, 541-346-2962

Kersey Bars, Occupational Safety Program Coordinator & Ergonomist, 541-346-0815

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

Vacant, Occupational Health and Safety Specialist, 541-346-xxxx