Construction sites feature a variety of hazards that need to be managed by workers and management on a daily basis. While there are some specific risks faced by skilled workers in certain areas of the site, regardless of the size of the project there will always be basic safety conditions that need to be followed. The Top 10 Construction Signage used may fluctuate depending on the site type and layout, but here are the top 10 warning signs consistantly used, and where to place them.
Warning Construction Site/Keep Out Sign
Only authorised personnel should have access to a construction site due to the many hazards and risks that are always present. A simple way to warn members of the public and anyone else who may wander close to the site is to use the Warning Construction/Keep Out Sign to indicate what is taking place on the land and to avoid entering if they are not required to be there. Common placements are around the perimiter of the site, especially entrances and exits to ensure good visibility of this construction warning sign.
Safety Helmets Must Be Worn On This Site Sign
The Safety Helmets Must Be Worn On This Site Sign provides a simple reminder for workers and site visitors to wear a helmet at all times. Depending on the nature of the work being carried out, the helmet requirements can vary from standard helmets that safeguard the head only, to high performance industrial protection that has ear defenders and safety visors, shielding the eyes and ears. Typical placements would be in common areas or walkways where the sign can be easily seen by visitors and workers.
PPE Must Be Worn In This Area Sign
In order to remain compliant with British law, employers have a duty to ensure workers have the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and that it is worn on site. The PPE Must Be Worn In This Area Sign and the Multi Message Board equivilent message informs workers of their responsibility to be aware of their own safety and that of their colleagues. It’s a general reminder that can be applied to the entire site and specific areas that pose higher levels of risk. When staff are wearing the right protective gear it means the chances of accidents occurring is greatly reduced.
All Visitors and Drivers Must Report To Site Office Sign
Throughout the working day lots of visitors and drivers are coming and going from the site and the site manager needs to be aware of who is present to ensure the safety of everyone. The All Visitors and Drivers Must Report to Site Office Sign enables them to sign the visitor book, understand site instructions and be provided with any PPE gear that may be required by site safety rules. Using the sign as a reminder also makes it easier for management and supervisors to control the flow of people coming onto the site. Typically situated at site entrances and along the entrance route to the site office.
Warning Deep Excavations Sign
Workers and site visitors need to be aware of any potential hazards and their location, and the Warning Deep Excavation Sign provides an appropriate warning. A deep excavation is generally anything that goes below 16 feet in depth. Place the signs in and around the excavation area so people are aware of it before any contact is made.
Danger – Scaffolding Incomplete Sign
The Danger Scaffolding Incomplete Sign keeps you compliant with EN ISO 7010 safety standard and any hazards that exist at height. Use this as a warning to prevent unauthorised people from being close to incomplete scaffolding that is still in the process of being built. It also informs staff that may later be working on the scaffolding not to use it as it is not yet safely secured. You can use this in conjunction with safety helmet signs so people have protection in the event of any accidents resulting from the incomplete scaffolding.
Warning To Public Sign
The Warning to Public Sign is similar to the ‘Keep Out’ sign as it warns unauthorised people to keep away from potential hazards. This is particularly true of construction sites where demolition is taking place. There will be a lot of rubble and heavy machinery in use, and buildings and structures being taken apart that could seriously injure anyone who should not be on the site. Place this sign on the entrance and around the perimeter, so no matter where people are passing by they are aware of the nature of the work being carried out inside.
Safety Starts Here Sign
Specific warning signs will be placed in various locations on a construction site to enhance safety practices for workers and visitors. It should also use a Safety Starts Here Sign to provide an overview of general safety guidelines for the site, ideally placed at the entrance. It reminds everyone about the site rules, such as no smoking, observing the speed limit, PPE, high visibility clothing and safety helmets. It ensures people entering the site are immediately aware of safety expectations and the role they have to play in maintaining them.
Fire Assembly Point Sign
As set out in the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (FSO), every construction site must have a person who is responsible for carrying out and updating fire risk assessments. The Fire Assembly Point Sign (or similar version with custom assembly point numbers such as the Fire Assembly Location Point Sign ) should be positioned in the location where workers, visitors and contractors go to in the event of a fire or fire drill. The sign should be positioned at a point high enough that it can be seen from a distance. Everyone working on or visiting the site must be made aware of the assembly point as part of the overall safety rules.
Stop/Go Sign
Hazards are not only present inside a construction site. On larger sites in particular, there can be high volume of traffic entering and leaving the premises throughout the day. Due to the size and load of these industrial vehicles, other drivers on the road need to be aware of their presence. The Stop/Go Signs are usually held by a worker at the entrance/exit of the site to slow traffic to ensure members of the public remain do not accidently cross the path of vehicles leaving or entering.
Most Popular Construction Signs
Warning Construction Site Keep Out Sign
Warning Construction Site Keep Out Sign
Warning Construction Site Keep Out Signs (10-Pack)
Tree Protection Area Keep Out Sign
Danger Asbestos Warning Sign
Warning Deep Excavations Sign
Danger High Voltage Cables Underground Safety Sign
Danger Confined Space Sign Or Stickers
Danger High Voltage Safety Sign
Warning Deep Water Sign
Danger Deep Excavations Sign
Warning Beware Of Moving Vehicles Sign
Danger Overhead Live Wires Safety Sign
Custom CCTV Security Sign
Danger Fragile Roof Sign
Danger Asbestos Keep Out Sign - Landscape Messages
Danger Keep Out Sign
Warning Site Entrance Sign
Danger Asbestos Warning Sign - Landscape
Danger Construction Site Keep Out / No Trespassing Sign
Danger Demolition In Progress Sign
Danger Drop Below Sign
Caution Change In Floor Level Sign
Danger Deep Water Sign
Summary
In Great Britain there were 61,000 non-fatal and 40 fatal injuries in the construction industry in 2020. So while safety continues to improve, there is still a lot of work to be done. Using the right safety signs will help remind everyone on site of the hazards that are present and of their responsibilities to keep each other safe. The better the safety measures are on-site, the better the environment for everyone working there.
