Falling Objects

Falling Objects Signs

A tool slipping off a scaffold, a box falling from a rack or an icicle breaking off a roof can seriously injure someone below. These signs mark areas where something may fall from above and what must not be done there.

What Is in This Category?

Caution falling materials from above signs
Falling parts, rocks and tools hazard signs
Snow and ice falling from roof hazard signs
Do not stand or pass under scaffolding signs
Do not throw materials from height or scaffolding signs
Falling materials under conveyors and from racking warnings
Secure materials and equipment against falling signs

How to Choose

Use vinyl stickers or PVC board indoors and galvanized steel outdoors, on construction sites and around excavations. Mount the sign close to eye level where the warning applies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where should a falling objects sign go? At the entrance of areas with work overhead, around scaffolding and crane zones, in high racking aisles, under conveyor lines and, in winter, on walkways under roof eaves.