OSHA Combination Safety Signs – Multi-Message Hazard Communication

OSHA Combination Safety Signs are designed for areas where multiple risks exist simultaneously—such as electrical rooms, chemical storage areas, machine shops, and confined spaces. Instead of displaying several separate signs, these combination boards consolidate Danger, Warning, Caution, and Notice messages into one clean, clear, and compliant visual communication tool.

Globelite manufactures high-durability OSHA combination signs using ACP, PVC, acrylic, reflective aluminum, and photoluminescent materials. All signs follow OSHA 1910.145, ANSI Z535, and ISO 7010 standards, ensuring professional hazard communication for industries, commercial buildings, and high-risk work zones.

Why Use OSHA Combination Safety Signs?

1. Declutters Hazard Zones

Replaces multiple single-message boards with one unified, easy-to-understand sign.

2. Prioritizes Risk Levels Correctly

Follows the hierarchy: Danger → Warning → Caution → Notice, helping workers understand severity instantly.

3. Ensures Compliance Across Industries

Supports OSHA, ANSI, ISO, and Indian safety regulations required during audits.

4. Universally Recognized Symbols

Clear pictograms and bilingual text enhance comprehension for all workers.

5. Built for Tough Industrial Conditions

Available in UV-resistant, weatherproof, and impact-resistant materials for long-term durability.

Structure of OSHA Combination Safety Signs

Signal Words & Color Codes

• DANGER (Red/Black/White) – Immediate, life-threatening hazards.

• WARNING (Orange/Black) – Serious risks that can lead to major injury.

• CAUTION (Yellow/Black) – Minor or moderate risks.

• NOTICE (Blue/White) – General information and non-injury messages.

Typical Content Blocks

• Hazard Identification – “High Voltage”, “Flammable Liquids”
  • Prohibited Actions – “No Entry”, “No Smoking”
  • Mandatory PPE – “Wear Helmet, Goggles, Safety Shoes”
  • Procedures – “Lockout Before Maintenance”
  • Emergency Information – Contact numbers or QR code for SOP/MSDS

Applications of OSHA Combination Safety Signs

These signs are essential in complex hazard zones, such as:

• Electrical Rooms – High voltage + PPE + restricted entry
  • Chemical Storage Areas – Flammable liquids + smoking restrictions
  • Loading Docks – Forklift movement + wheel chocking instructions
  • Confined Spaces – Permit requirement + ventilation alerts
  • Construction Sites – Falling objects + PPE reminders
  • Machine Shops – Rotating machinery + LOTO instructions

Materials & Build Options

• ACP (Aluminum Composite Panel) – Best for indoor/outdoor use
  • PVC & Acrylic Boards – Lightweight and economical for indoor areas
  • Reflective Aluminum – Ideal for night visibility
  • Photoluminescent Signs – Glow-in-the-dark for power-failure conditions
  • Protective Laminations – UV, chemical, and anti-graffiti coating options

Buying Guide – Choosing the Right OSHA Combination Sign

• Identify all hazards in the zone
  • Select correct signal words based on risk severity
  • Group related instructions logically
  • Choose suitable size (A3/A2/A1/custom)
  • Add bilingual text for multilingual workforce
  • Include optional QR code linking to SOP or MSDS
  • Maintain brand consistency with logo placement

Comparison – Single vs. Combination Safety Signs

Placement Guidelines

• Mount at entry points before the hazard zone
  • Keep center height at 1.5–1.8 m
  • Ensure no obstructions
  • Use consistent templates across facilities
  • Add smaller signs inside the area if needed

Maintenance Tips

• Audit quarterly for fading or physical damage
  • Update content when SOPs or hazard conditions change
  • Clean monthly for full visibility
  • Use UV-laminated ACP for long outdoor life

FAQs – OSHA Combination Safety Signs

What is an OSHA combination safety sign?
A multi-message board combining Danger, Warning, Caution, and Notice elements.

Where should they be used?
Areas with multiple hazards—electrical rooms, chemical storage, construction sites, confined spaces.

Can multiple signal words be used together?
Yes, but must follow hierarchy: Danger → Warning → Caution → Notice.

Are they compliant in India?
Yes—aligned with ISO symbols and Factories Act safety requirements.

Can QR codes be added?
Absolutely, useful for SOPs, MSDS, emergency contacts.

What material is best outdoors?
ACP or reflective aluminum.

Do they replace all single signs?
At entry points—yes. Inside zones—supplementary signs may still be needed.

Conclusion

OSHA Combination Safety Signs are the most efficient way to communicate multiple hazards in a single, professional, and compliant display. They reduce clutter, improve comprehension, and help organizations maintain safe, audit-ready environments. With Globelite’s customizable and durable sign options, industries can achieve clear, standardized, and long-lasting hazard communication