Machinery Prohibition Signs

Machinery Signs are safety signs used to warn, instruct and protect people working near machines, equipment and moving parts. They help communicate hazards such as crushing, entanglement, cutting, electrical danger, hot surfaces and automatic start-up risks.

Commonly referred to as Machine Safety Signs, Equipment Warning Signs or Machinery Hazard Signs, they are widely used in factories, warehouses, engineering workshops, manufacturing plants, production lines and maintenance areas.

Manufactured in the UK, Rainbow Safety's machinery signs are available in self-adhesive vinyl, rigid plastic, aluminium and other durable materials. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use, they help businesses improve workplace safety and clearly communicate machine-related risks.

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Only Authorised Persons May Use This Machine prohibition safety sign
Only Authorised Persons May Use This Machine Sign
Restrict machine operation to trained personnel with this highly visible only authorised persons may use this machine sign.
• Clearly states that only authorised persons may operate the machine
• Suitable for workshops, factories, warehouses, and industrial work areas
• Bold red and white prohibition design ensures quick recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps improve workplace safety and prevent unauthorised machine use
£2.26
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Do Not Remove Guards Machinery prohibition safety sign
Do Not Remove Guards Machinery Sign
Prevent unsafe machinery operation with this clear do not remove guards machinery sign.
• Clearly warns against removing safety guards from machinery
• Suitable for factories, workshops, warehouses, and industrial environments
• Bold red and white prohibition design ensures quick visibility
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps improve machinery safety and reduce workplace accidents
£2.26
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Do Not Wear Loose Clothing When Operating This Machine prohibition safety sign
Do Not Wear Loose Clothing When Operating This Machine Sign
Promote safe machinery operation with this highly visible do not wear loose clothing when operating this machine sign.
• Clearly warns operators not to wear loose clothing near machinery
• Suitable for factories, workshops, machinery rooms, and industrial areas
• Bold red and white prohibition design ensures quick recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps reduce entanglement risks and improve workplace safety awareness
£2.26
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Do Not Oil Or Clean Moving Machinery prohibition safety sign
Do Not Oil Or Clean Moving Machinery Sign
Prevent unsafe machinery maintenance with this clear do not oil or clean moving machinery sign.
• Clearly warns against oiling or cleaning machinery while in motion
• Suitable for factories, workshops, warehouses, and industrial machinery areas
• Bold red and white prohibition design ensures clear visibility
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps reduce machinery accidents and improve workplace safety
£2.26
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Do Not Touch Men Working prohibition safety sign
Do Not Touch Men Working Sign
Warn against interfering with active work areas using this highly visible do not touch men working sign.
• Clearly instructs people not to touch or interfere with workers or equipment
• Suitable for construction sites, maintenance areas, workshops, and industrial zones
• Bold red and white prohibition design ensures quick recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps improve workplace safety and reduce disruption during operations
£2.26
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Guards Must Be Used mandatory machinery safety sign
Guards Must Be Used Sign
Ensure machinery safety procedures are followed with this highly visible guards must be used sign.
• Clearly instructs that safety guards must be used during machinery operation
• Ideal for factories, workshops, warehouses, and machinery areas
• Bold blue and white design ensures excellent visibility and recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps reduce workplace accidents and improve machinery safety compliance
£2.26
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Machinery Signs Guide

Machinery Signs identify hazards, restrictions and safety instructions relating to workplace machinery and equipment. They help employees, contractors and visitors understand the risks before operating, cleaning, maintaining or working near machinery.

These signs form an important part of machine safety procedures and are commonly installed on equipment, guards, control panels, workshop doors and production areas to improve visibility and reduce the risk of accidents.

Where Are Machinery Signs Used?

  • Factories and manufacturing plants
  • Engineering workshops
  • Production lines and assembly areas
  • Warehouses with automated equipment
  • Machine rooms and plant rooms
  • Maintenance and servicing areas
  • Construction and industrial sites
  • Packaging and processing facilities

Available Materials

Self-Adhesive Vinyl

Ideal for smooth machinery panels, guards, doors and internal surfaces.

Rigid Plastic

Durable and suitable for workshops, production areas and general workplace use.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are machinery signs?

Machinery signs are safety signs used to warn people about hazards and communicate instructions relating to machines, equipment and moving parts.

Where should machinery signs be displayed?

They should be placed on or near machines, control panels, guards, workshop entrances and areas where machine hazards are present.

What hazards do machinery signs warn about?

Common hazards include moving parts, crushing risks, entanglement, cutting hazards, hot surfaces, electrical danger and automatic start-up.

Are machinery signs suitable for factories?

Yes. Machinery signs are widely used in factories, production areas, workshops and manufacturing facilities.

Can machinery signs be fixed directly to equipment?

Yes. Self-adhesive vinyl is suitable for smooth machine panels, while rigid plastic and aluminium can be fixed to walls, guards or frames.

Can machinery signs be used outdoors?

Yes. Aluminium and rigid plastic signs are suitable for external plant, equipment yards and exposed industrial areas.

Can machinery signs include PPE instructions?

Yes. Machinery safety signs can include mandatory PPE requirements such as eye protection, hearing protection, gloves or safety footwear.

Can machinery signs be customised?

Yes. Rainbow Safety can manufacture bespoke machinery signs with custom wording, symbols, branding and site-specific safety instructions.

Why are machinery signs important?

They help identify machine hazards clearly, reinforce safe working procedures and reduce the risk of injuries in industrial environments.

Why Buy From Rainbow Safety?

  • Manufactured in the UK
  • Over 30 years of safety signage expertise
  • Fast dispatch on standard products
  • Trade discounts available
  • Custom signage manufactured to order
  • Extensive range of machinery and workplace safety signs
  • Trusted by UK businesses, manufacturers and contractors
  • Expert support from an experienced safety signage team