Aisle markings are a form of safety equipment that is placed on pathways used by customers or people in general, as well as forklifts or other equipment that needs to be confined or directed via these pathways to ensure safe passage for both equipment and people.
In other words, they are used to guide users and prevent hazards. There are certain guidelines that should be followed so as to ensure that the aisle markings are effective in conveying the messages required – stop, go left, go right, etc. These details are often very insignificant to the unprofessional eye but can lead to serious consequences if not followed.
It’s therefore important to ensure that you employ the services of a professional who is conversant with the safety measures and guidelines that need to be followed when installing aisle markings, depending upon the environment they are being placed in.
Again, the regulations are very important especially in areas with very high traffic. You can’t afford to overlook such guidelines and regulations. This is because you’ll reduce the effectiveness of the aisle markings and put workplace users in danger.
The Measurement Of The Aisle Marking Is Very Important.
It should be installed in an area where it can fit. Don’t for whatever reasons cut the original size of an aisle marking just because it doesn’t fit in the area it’s been designated to. You should either buy or cut the right size of aisle marking for a particular place. It’s also very important to ensure the aisle is of suitable width. It shouldn’t be too small to use or cause any from of congestion. A normal aisle should be at least 4-5 feet wide.
You should also note that there are different colors of aisle marking. Each color signifies different things and conveys a different method. It’s therefore not wise to use just any color for the sake of it. This might bring about confusion and cause more accidents. Aisle marking will be able to keep things organized in any workplace if they are properly used. It’s therefore very important to adhere to the safety guidelines so as to get the best out of these equipments.
Additional Resources
- OSHA Floor Marking– creativesafetysupply.com
- Aisle Marking Tapes – Guidelines and Its Importance– blog.creativesafetysupply.com
- Using aisle marking tape to comply with OSHA standards– aislemarking.com
- Aisle Marking Tape Improves Safety– realsafety.org
- Floor Marking Guidelines– safetyblognews.com
- OSHA Floor Marking Standards– floor-marking-tape.com
- Implementing Floor Markings in your Facility– hiplogic.com
- The common mistakes to avoid when laying floor markings– facilityfloormarking.com
- Factory Floor Safety Markings– blog.5stoday.com