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Safety & Traffic Signs

What to Look for When Choosing a Traffic Sign

Traffic and site safety signs can be used for guidance, warning, restricting access and managing vehicle and pedestrian movement. When choosing a product, consider the sign's intended use, size, material, mounting method and visibility requirements together.

Short answer: First decide on the warning or guidance the sign needs to give. Then check the sign's size, mounting method, the environment it will be used in and any technical specification requirements.

Size and viewing distance

A sign's legibility depends on where it is used and the viewing distance. Compare the product dimensions with the area where it will be installed; do not assume it suits the site based on how large it looks in the image alone.

Indoor and outdoor use

For products used outdoors, the material, surface finish and mounting conditions may become important. If outdoor durability is not clearly stated in the product information, do not make assumptions based on the material name alone.

Fixed and portable warning equipment

Fixed signs and portable or base-mounted warning equipment serve different needs. Portable solutions may be considered for temporary site layouts, while suitably mounted products may be considered for permanent areas.

See also our area guidance equipment

To guide vehicle or pedestrian traffic temporarily, you can also consider cones, delineator posts and barrier-type products.

You can browse other site and safety products in the occupational safety equipment category.

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