Hazard labels are the foundation of workplace safety. They identify specific risks clearly and consistently across your facility so operators, maintenance crews and visitors understand the exact danger before they approach equipment or processes. These labels are engineered for heavy use environments where machinery runs nonstop, surfaces get wiped down daily and clarity cannot fail. Each hazard label combines a recognizable symbol with concise text that communicates the risk in seconds, helping prevent injuries, equipment damage and unplanned downtime.
Most facilities use polyester for heavy duty indoor work because it resists oil, heat, abrasion and cleaning chemicals. If the label will face sunlight, moisture or outdoor temperature swings, choose the outdoor polyester option. Paper or vinyl labels from big box stores fail fast in industrial settings. Polyester is the standard for real equipment.
They will bond as long as the surface is cleaned properly. If the paint is loose, the adhesive will only stick to the loose layer which can peel later. The right way to do it is wipe the surface with a cleaner that removes oil, scrape any flaking paint and wipe clean again. Once the adhesive touches a stable surface, the bond is extremely strong.
Yes. These labels are built for machining centers, fab shops, food processing lines and chemical operations. Coolant spray, hydraulic mist, steam, metal dust and daily wipe downs will not remove the print or adhesive once the label has fully cured.
Two main rules. One. The operator must be able to read the text from the normal approach distance. Two. The symbol must be large enough to be recognized before someone reaches into the hazard zone. On tight guards, a compact horizontal format usually works best because it fits cleanly without folding or curling. For large panels or outdoor equipment, bigger labels improve visibility from farther away.
Symbol only is useful when space is limited or when the hazard is universally understood. Most industrial hazards perform better with symbol plus text because the message cannot be misinterpreted. OSHA and ANSI both encourage text that describes the nature of the hazard, the consequence and what action to take.
In normal plant environments these labels last several years with no fading or peeling. Outdoors they withstand sunlight, rain and temperature shifts for a very long time. The biggest factor is surface prep. A label installed on a clean dry surface will drastically outlast one applied on dust, rust or coolant residue.
Yes. You can add part numbers, machine IDs, LOTO requirements, maintenance instructions or any specific language your facility uses. Many plants add custom text to bring the label into alignment with their internal safety program rather than generic messaging.
Yes. Upload the symbol and we will print it exactly as provided. If the symbol needs strengthening for visibility, we can help adjust the contrast so it meets the readability expectations found in professional safety labeling.
Safety Label Supply provides industrial-grade inspection and compliance labeling for manufacturers, fleets, and facility managers. Each inspection sticker is designed to meet real-world conditions in shops, plants, and field operations, combining visual clarity with long-term durability.
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