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Hazard Signs for UK Workplaces

At The Safety Sign Depot, we offer a wide selection of hazard signs designed to help businesses and organisations protect their staff and demonstrate compliance with Health and Safety regulations.

Whether you’re ordering for an office, public building, factory, warehouse, or construction site, clear hazard signage plays a key role in preventing workplace accidents and injuries. 

Under UK law, employers have a duty of care to protect staff and visitors. The Health & Safety (Safety Signs and Signals) Regulations 1996 require businesses to display safety signage in instances where hazards cannot be mitigated by other means. 

Regardless of what design you order from us, you can rest assured that all our signs are fully compliant with Health & Safety (Safety Signs and Signals) Regulations, using colours, symbols, and layouts that are 100% in line with regulatory expectations. 

Why Hazardous Signage Are Necessary

Hazard signs aren’t just a box-ticking exercise to demonstrate compliance with regulatory expectations; they’re also a frontline defence against workplace accidents, injuries, and costly downtime. 

By displaying our signs near key danger or hazard areas, you provide staff and visitors with an effective warning that allows them to take precautions and adjust their behaviour accordingly. 

Failure to display hazard signage within your site can lead to a whole host of unwanted consequences, including: 

Elevated accident and injury rates

Staff absences

Costly insurance claims

Legal challenges from the HSE

Irreparable damage to business reputation

Types of Hazard Signage Available

At The Safety Sign Depot, we have worked exceptionally hard to stock a wide range of hazard signage that caters towards all different types of workplace hazards. These include:

Warning hazard signs - alert to potential danger (yellow triangle designs)

Caution hazard signs - Used to warn of lower-level risks 

Danger hazard signs - Used to warn against serious or life-threatening hazards

Electrical hazard signs - Used to warn against things like high voltage, live equipment and exposed wiring

Chemical hazard signage - Warns of corrosive, toxic and flammable substance risks

Slip, trip & fall warnings - Used to warn of slippery floors and uneven surfaces

Machinery hazard signs - Used to warn against the risk created by live machinery

Choosing the Right Hazard Warning Signs

When considering which signage options best align with your bespoke requirements, selecting the right hazard sign isn’t just about choosing a design. The key factors to consider are: 

Risk Severity

Use caution signs for lower-level risks and danger signs for risks that pose a serious risk to life. 

Size

The further away your sign needs to be displayed from the hazard, the larger it should be. We offer a range of signage options to ensure all application requirements are covered.

Signage Material

We recommend Self-Adhesive Vinyl or Rigid Plastic for indoor use, or Foamex / Aluminium Dibond for long-term outdoor usage. 

Fixing Method

Self-adhesive for smooth indoor surfaces, drilled holes for rigid boards and rounded corners for enhanced safety and risk-reduction while installing. 

How to Position Safety Hazard Signs for Maximum Impact

In addition to choosing the right size, signage material, and finishing options, attention should also be given to where the sign will be positioned to maximise impact. Best practices include:

Install as close to eye level as humanly possible

Place near key entry points and as close to hazard zones as possible

Ensure their adequate lighting and no obstructions

Avoid displaying in cluttered areas

Unique Tip

Use layered warnings. For example, if you want to warn of a specific hazard, display a sign near entrances, then again near the working zone and then again in close proximity to the hazard. This reinforces the message and maximises compliance. 

Why Buy Hazard Signage From Safety Sign Depot?

The Safety Sign Depot are on of the UK’s best-in-class Health and Safety Signage suppliers. Our customers love shopping with us as we offer: 

Unbeatable UK prices

Bulk discounts and trade pricing

Fast production turnaround (2-3 working days)

High-quality digital printing

Free finishing options (drilled holes and rounded corners)

Free UK shipping on all orders over £25

Browse our full range of hazard safety signs to find the right solution for your bespoke needs!

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are your hazard signs compliant with UK safety regulations?

Yes. All our hazard safety signs are 100% compliant with current UK Health and Safety regulations, ensuring your business benefits from the peace of mind that regulatory compliance brings.

What materials are your hazard signage made from?

We offer an extensive array of signage materials, including Vinyl, Viprint, Foamex and Aluminium Dibond.

Can I get a bulk discount or trade pricing?

Yes, you can. We offer industry-leading bulk discounts, which are available on every product page. We also offer competitive trade prices, which can be accessed by applying for a trade account.

How fast can you deliver hazard warning signs?

Our standard lead time is 2-3 working days. If you require expedited shipping, please contact our sales team to discuss express shipping options.

Can I customise the size or wording of a sign?

For sure. We can add branding, contact details, or any other details you prefer. Please speak with our sales team before placing your order to arrange this. 

What is your return policy?

We offer 30-day free returns for any returns that have been caused by a mistake or error during our production process.

Are your safety hazard signs weatherproof?

If you require a weatherproof hazardous signage for outdoor use, opt for our Foamex or Aluminium Dibond options.

What finishing options are available for your hazardous signage?

We offer drilled holes or rounded corners to aid a stress-free installation. Both options are entirely free of charge.

Can you ship one order to several different locations?

Of course. If you require shipping to multiple locations, please contact us directly before placing your order, and we will arrange the shipping accordingly.

What size hazard safety signs do you offer?

We offer a range of popular stock sizes, including A2, A3 and A4. We can also accommodate custom sizing requests if you contact us directly.