Occupational Safety and Health Standards standard number 1910.100 applies to any chemical which is known to be present
in the workplace in such a manner that employees may be exposed under normal conditions of use or in a foreseeable
emergency. For more information visit https://www.osha.gov/
Why buy an OSHA style header sign vs. an ANSI style?
It may be helpful to know that even though OSHA has adopted updated sign layouts as part of its standards, both sign styles continue to be compliant with OSHA Hazard Communication Standard.
For example, in the OSHA 1910.1001 standard related to asbestos work areas, going into effect as of June 1, 2016 has specific language that is required in a sign’s legend but common designs do not use pictograms or symbols and both DANGER header styles meet the requirements. It is your choice which to use.
ASBESTOS
(HCS) (§ 1910.1200) for Asbestos
The warning signs shall bear the
following legend:
DANGER
ASBESTOS
MAY CAUSE CANCER
CAUSES DAMAGE TO LUNGS
AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ONLY
1910.1001(j)(4)(ii)(B)
In addition, where the use of
respirators and protective clothing is
required signs shall include the
following:
WEAR RESPIRATORY PROTECTION
AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING IN
THIS AREA
1926.62(m)(1)(i) for Lead
The employer shall post the following
warning signs in each work area
where an employee's exposure to
lead is above the PEL.
DANGER LEAD WORK AREA
MAY DAMAGE FERTILITY OR THE
UNBORN CHILD CAUSES DAMAGE TO THECENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM
DO NOT EAT, DRINK OR SMOKE IN
THIS AREA
