Floor signs

What are warning signs and safety signs?

Warning signs are special signs that provide important information and instructions to help theSecurityto ensure workplace safety. They comply with the applicable standard DIN EN ISO 7010 and are essential for employee health and safety in industry and production.

Our signs are made of durable plastic and feature clear symbols and pictograms that immediately alert your employees to potential hazards. The correctSignageIt plays a crucial role in the labeling of emergency and safety equipment. In short, it is an indispensable element of a safe workplace.

Safety signage in the workplace according to DIN EN ISO 7010

By law, safety signage in a company must comply with the applicable standard.DIN EN ISO 7010It was established over 10 years ago by the European Committee for Standardization as the standard for safety signs, colors, and symbols. All European countries adopted this standard and withdrew their previously used standards. In Germany, DIN 4844-2 had been used for the design of safety signs until then, when it was superseded.

An old signpost toDIN 4844 2While it can still be used today, if your business still has signage based on this "old" standard, you don't need to remove it immediately. However, a problem could arise if an accident or fire actually occurs at your business. You would then have to prove that the signage complies with the current requirements of the applicable standard. We therefore recommend that you replace your safety signage.

At ORGATEX you will find safety signs, prohibition signs, mandatory signs, warning signs and fire protection signs that comply with the internationally recognized DIN EN ISO 7010 standard. So you don't have to worry about whether theSignagein form, color or design of the symbols, it complies with the legal regulations, and you are therefore up to date with regard to safety regulations.

Meaning of warning signs and symbols

Whether it's about the labeling of protective equipment or clearly definedSafety sign, which guide behavior in the workplace - ORGATEX has solutions for you that will make your company safer:

• Signposts
• Emergency signs
• Prohibition signs
• Mandatory signs
• Warning signs
• Symbols for hazardous substances
• Parking signs
• Signs for the floor

ORGATEX is your expert for safety signs. We provideProductsReady to meet the need for concise and easily understandable communication in the workplace and comply with applicable standards. Our products contribute to safety and clear identification in your company. This includes, for example, the installation of...phosphorescent markingsandZebra crossing.

Our signs contain clear symbols andPictograms...which help employees move safely in all areas – from vehicle traffic to specific occupational safety requirements in your hall. With us, you have the right partner at your side to ensure that the safety of your employees in the workplace is always guaranteed.

Red fire safety signs

Fire safety signs are red with white symbols. They mark areas where fire alarms and firefighting equipment, such as fire extinguishers, hoses, or fire ladders, are located.EmergencyThis allows fires to be fought quickly.

According to ASR A1.3, fire safety signs must be recognizable even in darkness. This means that the safety symbols and images must be visible even without illumination.ORGATEXIn the relevant category you will find luminescent fire safety signs that are visible in the dark due to a special coating.

Green emergency signs

The green safety signs with a white image indicate escape and rescue routes as well as emergency exits. Facilities for first aid, emergency showers, or emergency telephones are also indicated by this type of sign.Emergency signsThey must also be luminescent and therefore visible even in the dark.

We offer not only photoluminescent safety signs and a wide variety of other signs, but also robust floor marking signs. This version also complies with current regulations according to ASR A1.3.

Yellow warning signs

Warning signs are yellow with a black pictogram. They warn of hazards in specific work areas and, through their design and size, increase the attention of your employees. Potential hazards include, for example, chemicals, laser beams, electricity, explosive or biological substances, heights, suspended loads, forklifts, or high or low temperatures.

They can also be used as floor shields to keep a doorway clear andDanger areasto visually distinguish them.

Red and white prohibition signs

Prohibition signsThese pictograms serve to ensure workplace safety and indicate which actions are prohibited or which items may not be used. They depict cigarettes, mobile phones, dogs, or food.

Floor signs are particularly suitable when the placement of loads in a specific area needs to be prevented or access denied. Naturally, our prohibition signs also comply with ASR a1.3.

Blue mandatory signs

Mandatory signs are blue and bear a white pictogram. The meaning of mandatory signs is the wearing of safety equipment, such as hearing protection or safety clothing. OurMandatory signsFor occupational safety, floor markings are also available, which are particularly noticeable due to their size.

Signposts

Warning signs are white or yellow. They do not bear any markings.SymbolsThey do not display text, but rather a request to close a door or keep an exit clear. They can also function as prohibition signs, for example, prohibiting the use of a passageway.

How to select information signs and safety signs

Selecting the right signs for your business is an important part of ensuring...Occupational safetyand accident prevention. First, you should analyze the potential hazards in your company to understand what kind of warning signs are needed.

What type of safety sign do you need? Do you need combination signs that combine several symbols and instructions, or specific ones?Warning signsWhat signs should indicate specific risks? The category of signage—whether prohibition, requirement, warning, or information—should be tailored to the specific situation. Finally, occupational safety also plays a crucial role in ensuring the workplace safety of your employees.

Installation of information signs and safety signs

The installation and maintenance of warning signs is an important step in ensuring occupational safety in your company. OurSignsSigns, including mandatory signs, emergency exit signs, and other safety signs, are easy to install and require minimal maintenance. You will find the appropriate foam adhesive for secure mounting on our website.

Nevertheless, it is important to check the signs regularly to ensure they are always clearly visible and legible. Remember that every sign plays a significant role in the overall context of occupational health and safety and should therefore be given due attention. With safety signs from ORGATEX, you ensure that safety standards for the protection of your employees are met at all times in your company.

Instructions for mounting on walls and floors

After the safety signs have been delivered, a precise location for each sign should be determined. Here, theLabelingThe identification of potential hazards and emergency areas is of utmost priority. Every mandatory or prohibition sign must be placed in a clearly visible location that complies with applicable occupational safety standards and regulations.

Consider the meaning of each sign for its specific area and ensure that all signs are correctly aligned. This will help you guarantee the highest level of workplace safety.

ORGATEX: Service tailored to your needs

Are you unsure which safety signs, mandatory signs, or safety markings you need for occupational safety in your company? We're happy to help and advise you on correct labeling using our signs and symbols. Every sign complies with ASR a1.3 and therefore with the applicable standards. Give us a call!

If you are interested in topics such asdigital intralogistics,visual managementorMaterial flowIf you are interested, you will find a wide selection of high-quality products on our website, designed for effectiveness and efficiency, such as...Stair edge profilesor floor markings. Please tell us what specific requirements you have for our products – we'll be happy to help.