ANSI Z535.2-2002 Facility Safety Sign Design

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

Safety Sign Objectives:

1. To alert persons of an existing or potential hazard.
2. To identify hazards.
3. To describe the nature of the hazard.
4. To explain the potential consequences of exposure to the potential hazard.
5. To instruct persons how to avoid the hazards.