DuraLabel Safety Labels and Signs
 Use
the DuraLabel to make all types of safety related labels.
You'll have durable, easy-to-read labels and signs that
deliver needed information at the point of need.
The DuraLabel can use both die-cut
labels and industrial grade vinyl tapes for making safety
labels.
Vinyl tapes are available in over 100
colors, including all of the standard colors used for
making safety labels and signs. Tapes are available in
widths up to four inches. But, as shown here, size is
not a problem. Label and sign size is not limited by the
width of the tape. The DuraLabel can print tiled signs
in which a larger sign is printed in several strips.
Safety labels and signs may need to
be visible under low light conditions. The DuraLabel has
reflective tapes available that provide high visibility
in low light.
 DuraLabel
tapes are also available in two colors, such
as a white label with an orange stripe at the top. This
allows you to print a header in the stripe at the top
and the safety information in the body of the label.
The example to the left shows an arc flash warning label
that was printed on two color vinyl. White tapes preprinted
with an orange, red or yellow stripe are available
in various widths.
In addition to having the supplies
needed to make safety labels, the DuraLabel includes software
and templates that makes printing safety labels easy.
Database software for printing both RTK labels and arc
 flash
labels is included. Over 500 Microsoft Word and Excel
templates let you quickly print labels using software
with which you are already familiar. A huge pictogram
library provides the symbols you need to clearly communicate
safety warnings and messages.
When you need safety labels and
signs, turn to the DuraLabel
PRO label and sign printer. Its high resolution
thermal transfer printing and huge selection of
supplies mean you can make the safety labels and
signs you need, and you'll be getting quality that
lasts.
OSHA &. ANSI Safety Signal Word Definitions
The "signal word" is the text on a sign that has the word or words that are intended to capture immediate attention. These are typically the words, in the header of the sign, such as danger, warning and caution.
When making safety signs there are two sources of safety signal word definitions, OSHA and ANSI. The definitions are similar and are provided here to give a clearer understanding of when each signal word should be used.
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OSHA |
ANSI |
Danger |
"Danger tags shall be used in major hazard situations where an immediate hazard presents a threat of death or serious injury to employees. Danger tags shall be used only in these situations.”
OSHA 29 CFR1910.145(f)(5) |
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations. DANGER should not be considered for property damage accidents unless personal injury risk appropriate to those levels is also involved.
ANSI Z535.2-2002 |
Warning |
Warning tags may be used to represent a hazard level between "Caution" and "Danger," instead of the required "Caution" tag, provided that they have a signal word of "Warning," an appropriate major message, and otherwise meet the general tag criteria of paragraph (f)(4) of this section.
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.145(f)(7) |
Indicates potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING should not be considered for property damage accidents unless personal injury risk appropriate to those levels is also involved.
ANSI Z535.2-2002 |
Caution |
"Caution tags shall be used in minor hazard situations where a non-immediate or potential hazard or unsafe practice presents a lesser threat of employee injury. Caution tags shall be used only in these situations."
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.145(f)(6) |
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices. CAUTION is permitted for property damage only accidents
ANSI Z535.2-2002 |
Safety |
"Safety instruction signs shall be used where there is a need for general instructions and suggestions relative to safety measures."
OSHA 1910.145(c)(3) |
Use safety signs to “indicate general instructions relative to safe work practices, reminders of proper safety procedures, and the location of safety equipment.”
ANSI Z535.2-2002 |
BioHazard |
"Biological hazard tags shall be used to identify the actual or potential presence of a biological hazard and to identify equipment, containers, rooms, experimental animals, or combinations thereof, that contain or are contaminated with hazardous biological agents."
OSHA 1910.145(f)(8)(i) |
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