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Danger Beware Of Hoist Sign D1017
From: $10.29
‘The Danger Beware Of Hoist sign is designed to warn workers and visitors of overhead hoist and suspended load hazards in workplaces and industrial environments. Manufactured in Australia and suitable for environments requiring compliant AS1319 safety signage.
Description
Danger Beware Of Hoist Sign
The Danger Beware Of Hoist sign is designed to clearly identify overhead hoist hazards and suspended load risks in workplaces, warehouses, factories and industrial facilities.
These danger safety signs help improve workplace safety, reduce the risk of injury from moving or suspended loads and support compliance with Australian Standard AS1319 safety signage requirements.
Hoist warning signs are essential in environments where cranes, lifting equipment, chain hoists or overhead lifting systems present serious risks to workers, contractors and visitors.
Clearly visible overhead load hazard signage assists businesses in improving workplace safety awareness while helping reduce the likelihood of serious crush, impact or lifting equipment incidents around hoist operating areas.
Common Applications
- Warehouses and logistics facilities
- Factories and manufacturing plants
- Construction sites
- Workshop lifting areas
- Overhead crane operating zones
- Industrial processing facilities
- Loading and unloading areas
- Mining sites
- Maintenance workshops
- Restricted access areas
- Plant rooms
- Material handling zones
Available Materials
This hoist safety sign is available in a range of durable materials suitable for Australian industrial and commercial environments.
- Aluminium
- Self-adhesive vinyl
- Corflute
- Polypropylene
- Colorbond steel
Suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications with excellent durability and visibility.
Australian Standards Compliance
This sign is manufactured in accordance with the principles of Australian Standard AS1319 for occupational safety signage.
AS1319 specifies that danger signs should be used where hazards are likely to be life threatening, particularly around lifting equipment and suspended load hazards.
Danger signage plays an important role in workplace compliance programs across construction, warehousing, mining, logistics and industrial operations throughout Australia.
Why Use Hoist Warning Signs?
Clearly visible lifting hazard signage helps reduce workplace incidents, improve hazard awareness and support workplace compliance obligations.
Overhead hoists and suspended loads can expose workers, contractors and visitors to serious crush and impact risks. Properly installed danger signs help identify hazardous zones before entry and improve overall site safety management.
Using compliant safety signs also helps businesses demonstrate a proactive approach to workplace safety and hazard communication.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Danger Beware Of Hoist sign mean?
A Danger Beware Of Hoist sign warns workers and visitors of overhead lifting equipment and suspended load hazards that may cause serious injury.
Where should hoist warning signs be installed?
These signs are commonly installed near cranes, overhead lifting systems, loading zones, workshops and restricted lifting equipment areas.
Are these signs compliant with Australian Standards?
Yes. These signs are designed in accordance with Australian Standard AS1319 requirements for occupational safety signage and danger sign formatting.
What materials are available?
The signs are available in multiple materials including aluminium, self-adhesive vinyl, corflute, polypropylene and Colorbond steel depending on the application requirements.
Are these signs suitable for outdoor use?
Yes. These danger safety signs are manufactured using durable materials suitable for long-term indoor and outdoor use across Australian conditions.
| Material | Thickness | Outdoor Suitable | Outdoor Lifespan (Unlaminated) | Outdoor Lifespan (Protective Laminated) | Description |
| Aluminium | 1.6mm |
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2 – 5 Years | 5 – 10 Years | The Premium and most versatile material available. This material is ideal for resistance to corrosion and where strength is a necessity. Regulatory material for Road Signage, Parking Signs and best suited for most applications. Aluminium tolerances comply with AS 1734-1997 |
| Steel – Sign White | 0.55mm |
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2 – 5 Years | 5 – 10 Years | The is a Colourbond product specifically manufactured for the signage industry. Pre-painted white one sided steel. Most commonly used for signs fixed to concrete walls or existing Colourbond fences. |
| Polypropylene | 1.4mm |
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1 – 2 Years | 3 – 5 Years | White plastic sheet which is 100% recyclable. Lightweight material best suited for medium term safety signs. Semi rigid material that is UV stable and longer term option than Corflute. |
| Corflute | 5mm |
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6 – 12 Months | 1 – 3 Years | Most common short term safety sign material (900gsm weight). Corflute is a twin wall polypropylene commonly named flute board. Due to the flute nature of the material. Most commonly used for construction sites. |
| Corflute | 6mm |
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3 Years | 3 – 5 Years | This material is only used in conjunction with Class 1 Reflective for temporary traffic control signage such and Multi Message Signage (1200gsm Weight). Slightly heavier material for the longer lifespan required on temporary traffic control. |
| Vinyl Sticker | 0.1mm |
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3 – 5 Years | 5 – 7 Years | This is a quality Heavy Duty Polymeric vinyl fabric and has a long outdoor life. It is highly tear resistant and suitable for indoor and outdoor conditions. The glue is a permanent adhesive, but can be removed easily with the help of a heat gun. |
| Stainless Steel | 0.55mm |
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3 – 5 Years | 5 – 10 years | The Premium Stainless Steel available in a variety of thicknesses and grades. This material is ideal for resistance to corrosion and where strength is a necessity. Our common grade is Stainless Steel 316 Grade. Built for the harshest Marine Environments. |
| Magnetic Sign | 0.9mm |
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1 – 3 Years | 3 – 10 Years | A strong and effective hold on most magnetic surfaces, Magnetic signs are great for your car door, or Hazchem or similar surfaces |
| ACM / Aluminium Composite Material | 3mm |
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1 – 3 Years | 3 – 10 Years | ACM or Aluminium Composite Material consists of two aluminium sheets bonded to a central core generally a Polyethylene material. It comes in a range of colours and styles. Generally a lightweight sign material widely used by signwriters. |
| Brushed ACM / Aluminium Composite Material | 3mm |
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1 – 3 Years | 3 – 7 Years | ACM or Aluminium Composite Material consists of two aluminium sheets bonded to a central core generally a Polyethylene material. This has a distinctive Brushed Metal texture on one side, created by treating the surface with fine lines that reduce reflectivity while maintaining a metallic effect. Ideally used on doors for toilets/offices etc. |
| Acrylic | 3mm |
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1 – 10 Years | N/A | Acrylic is also know as Perspex comes in a range of colours and thicknesses and finishes. Lightweight and strong characteristics. Used in a range of signs from door, toilet, exit and Braille. Acrylic Braille signs should only used indoor due to UV Printing characteristics. |
| Rigid PVC | 3mm |
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3 – 5 Years | 5 – 7 Years | Rigid PVC, or Polyvinyl Chloride is a rigid material valued for its durability and chemical resistance. Generally used for Emergency Information Panels (EIP’s) and sometimes used in some Councils for Street Blades. |
| Anodised Aluminium | 1mm |
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6 to 24 Months | N/A | Anodised Aluminium is a Raw material that has undergone electrochemical treatment to create a ingrained layer on the raw sheet. It is a very trendy material but can be problematic to print on. UV Printing is suitable for indoor use. Outdoor use needs a cut letter vinyl to be UV stable over a long period. Best suited for indoor braille and wayfinding signage. Available in multiple thicknesses. |
| Injection Moulded Plastic |
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10+ Years | N/A | This material is only used for our braille signage. As it indicates is a molten plastic injected in a cast to make a extremely versatile sign. The sign cant be vandalised and or have the raised aspect of the sign picked off. | |
| Porta Sign |
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2 – 5 Years | 5+ Years | Porta board signs or Portable safety signs are a handy option sign to warn of a Danger or something to look for. Heavyweight plastic for longer life and greater stability and they have a Hinge limiter to ensure legs open to correct position. Easy to transport with their light weight | |
| Swing Stand Combos |
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3 – 5 Years | 5 – 7 Years | Aluminium sign bundled with a lightweight steel stand. Swing Stands are used for Danger, Warning, Safety advice and information. Commonly used in Traffic Control Signage. | |
| Protective Laminate |
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N/A | Protective Overlaminate is a clear film applied to the surface of signs to safeguard them from fading, scratches, water, dirt, and other environmental damage, extending their lifespan and readability. It can offer various benefits, including UV protection and assists in removal of graffiti. | ||
| Floor Lamination |
Best Suited Indoor |
N/A | 1 – 5 Years | A protective, clear, often textured film applied to printed vinyl graphics that go on floors. This specialized laminate makes the floor graphic more durable and slip-resistant, essential for high-traffic areas like retail stores and events, while protecting the print from scratches and fading, | |
| Cut Vinyl Lettering | 0.1mm |
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8 Years | N/A | Cut Vinyl is a product that can be used in multiple signage situations, Exit door sign, Fire Cabinet Signs, wayfinding signage. We use 3M 50 Series vinyl with a 8 year warranty. |
| Reflective Materials (Sign Face Materials) | Thickness | Outdoor Suitable | Outdoor Lifespan (Unlaminated) | Outdoor Lifespan (Protective Laminated) | Description |
| Class 1 Reflective (Temp) |
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3 – 5 Years | 5+ Years | Class 1 Temp signs are used for safety and traffic signage that requires high visibility 24/7, such as on Traffic Control, Box Edge Signs, and any Temp Roadwork signage. It’s the lowest grade of Class 1 (400) reflective material, designed to reflect light from many angles. Complies to AS1906-1-2017. | |
| Class 1 Reflective HIP CL400 |
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5+ Years | 10+ Years | Class 1 High Prismatic Reflective signs are used for safety and traffic signage that requires higher visibility 24/7, such as Regulatory Road Signs, critical safety signage. It’s the most common grade of Class 1 (400) reflective material, designed to reflect light from many angles. Must be accompanied with 3M overlaminate for compliance. Complies to AS1906-1-2017. | |
| Class 1 Reflective Diamond Grade CL1100 |
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N/A | 12+ Years | Class 1 (1100) signs are used for the most critical road signage especially formulated for highway signs and Stop, Give Way signs. It’s the highest grade of reflective material, designed to reflect light from many angles. It is a premium grade of reflective sheeting used. Complies to AS1906-1-2017. | |
| Class 2 Reflective |
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3 – 5 Years | 5 – 10 Years | Class 2 is used for signs requiring engineer-grade reflectivity for non-critical, off-road applications like car parks, shopping centres, and workplaces. Perfect Safety sign option for most applications, just slightly less reflectivity than Class 1 signs. | |
| Luminous (Glow In the Dark) |
Best Suited Indoor |
1 – 3 Years | 5+ Years | Luminous material (reactivates) when exposed to light and then illuminates in dark. Popular for evacuation, directional, safety and exit signage. Can last up to 10+ hours with at least 60 minutes exposure to ambient light for the first time and 10 minutes exposure after that. |
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