Explosive Material Signs and Labels
Explosive hazard signs that inform workers and visitors of explosive substances in or near your workplace help protect your people and property. Identify such hazards with signs that indicate blasting areas or display the explosive symbol. Choose from OSHA, GHS, DOT and DOD formats.
Our US-made safety signs and labels include a protective laminate that resists moisture, abrasion and chemicals to make your explosive warnings clear.
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Explosives are defined as chemicals that cause a sudden, almost instantaneous release of pressure, gas and heat when subjected to sudden shock, pressure or high temperature. If your workplace includes explosives or explosive chemicals, explosive signs aren't just a good idea. They're the law.
Our signs for explosives are printed on aluminum, plastic or magnetic material, or as adhesive labels so you can select a material and size to meet your needs. We also have DOD Fire Division signs and flip placards. Explosive warning signs help prevent accidents and ensure compliance with safety regulations in potentially dangerous environments.
Protect your employees and avoid workplace damage with standard safety signs for explosives or custom explosive material signs from ComplianceSigns.com.
Explosives Safety Signs in the Workplace
Under the Occupational Safety and Health law, employers have a responsibility to provide a safe workplace. That involves complying with OSHA standards, rules and regulations and using color codes, posters, labels or signs to warn employees of potential hazards. So if you have explosives in your workplace, you need signs for explosive hazards.
Part of OSHA compliance is developing and implementing a written hazard communication program, and then training employees on hazard exposures and proper precautions. The OSHA Hazcom standard aligns with GHS standards, which use the Exploding Bomb symbol for explosives, self-reactives and organic peroxides.
Rules for Explosives Transportation
OSHA also sets requirements for transporting explosives. OSHA 1910.109(d)(2)(ii)(a) identifies exterior markings or placards required on applicable vehicles. These DOT placards must be displayed at the front, rear, and on each side of the motor vehicle or trailer, or other cargo carrying body while it contains explosives or other dangerous articles.
Select the correct DOT placard based on the class of material and amount being shipped:
- Explosives A Placard (Red letters on white background): Any quantity of Class A or a combination of Class A and Class B explosives
- Explosives B Placard (Red letters on white background): Any quantity of Class B explosives
- Oxidizers Placard (Yellow letters on black background): 1,000 lbs. or more gross weight of oxidizing materials (blasting agents, ammonium nitrate, etc.
NFPA Explosive Materials Code
NFPA® 495, Explosive Materials Code, spells out levels of safety for the manufacture, transportation, storage, sale and use of explosive materials. This includes blasting agents, water gel and emulsion materials, smokeless and black powder propellants and ammunition. The NFPA Code not apply to transportation for military purposes or when under federal jurisdiction.
Resources and Information on Explosives Safety:
OSHA 1910.09 Standard on explosives and blasting agents
NFPA 495, Explosive Materials Code (2023)
Download the DOT Hazardous materials markings, labeling and placarding guide
DOD Ammunition and Explosives Safety Standards
OSHA Hazard Communication site
What to know about DOD explosives signs
