Workplace Postings
Accident Prevention Signs
Classification of signs according to use: (Cover all safety signs except those designed for streets, highways, railroads, and marine regulations)
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Danger Signs: Used only where an immediate hazard exists. Employees instructed that danger signs indicate immediate danger and that special precautions are necessary. |
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Warning Signs: Used to indicate a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Employees instructed that warning signs indicate a potentially hazardous situation that could result in death or serious injury. |
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Caution Signs: Used only to warn against potential hazards or to caution against unsafe practices. Employees instructed that caution signs indicate a possible hazard against which proper precaution should be taken. |
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General Safety Signs: Used where there is a need for general instructions and suggestions relative to safety measures. |
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Biological Hazard Signs: The biological hazard/biohazard warning shall be used to signify the actual or potential presence of a biohazard and to identify equipment, containers, rooms, material, experimental animals, or combinations thereof, which contain, or are contaminated with, viable hazardous agents. |
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Mandatory State & Federal Employment Notices
In California, all employers must meet workplace posting obligations. Workplace postings are usually available at no cost from the requiring agency. The Department of Industrial Relations requires employers to post information related to wages, hours and working conditions in an area frequented by employees where it may be easily read during the workday. Additional posting requirements apply to some workplaces. For a list of available safety and health postings, visit the Cal/OSHA publications page.
Annual California and Federal Employment Notices postings will be provided by Human Resources at the beginning of each calendar year.
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