Module 1: Introduction to Workplace Labeling and Signage

• Importance of proper labeling and signage in safety
• Regulatory requirements (OSHA, GHS, ISO 7010, ANSI Z535)
• Objectives: hazard communication, awareness, and compliance

Module 2: Types of Safety Signs

• Warning, caution, mandatory, prohibition, and informational signs
• Directional and emergency exit signs
• Color codes and symbols used in signage

Module 3: Chemical Labels

• GHS and OSHA-compliant chemical labeling
• Pictograms, signal words, and hazard statements
• Precautionary statements and manufacturer information

Module 4: Equipment and Machinery Labels

• Safety instructions and operational warnings
• Lockout/Tagout labels
• Moving parts, pinch points, and electrical hazards

Module 5: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Signage

• Mandatory PPE signs: helmets, gloves, goggles, hearing protection
• Placement in high-risk areas
• Compliance monitoring and enforcement

Module 6: Fire and Emergency Signage

• Fire extinguisher, alarm, and exit signs
• Emergency route maps and assembly points
• Visibility, illumination, and maintenance requirements

Module 7: Electrical Safety Signs

• High voltage and electrical hazard warnings
• Safe distance and access restriction signs
• Lockout/tagout and circuit identification

Module 8: Hazard Communication Signage

• Flammable, toxic, corrosive, and biohazard signs
• Labeling of storage areas, tanks, and containers
• Integration with Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS/SDS)

Module 9: Temporary and Maintenance Signage

• Wet floor, construction, and maintenance area signs
• Portable and high-visibility signage
• Proper placement and removal procedures

Module 10: Signage Placement and Visibility

• Height, distance, and line-of-sight considerations
• Illumination, color contrast, and legibility
• Ensuring accessibility and comprehension

Module 11: Inspection, Maintenance, and Updates

• Regular checks for wear, fading, or damage
• Updating signs after process or hazard changes
• Documentation of signage audits

Module 12: Safety Culture and Continuous Improvement

• Employee awareness and training on labels and signs
• Encouraging reporting of missing or damaged signage
• Integration into overall safety management system