ANSI and OSHA Signs

ANSI (American National Standards Institute) and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) are two organizations that set standards for safety signs in the United States. While they have similar goals of ensuring workplace safety, there are some key differences between the two.

ANSI standards provide guidance on the design, use, and placement of safety signs. ANSI safety signs are intended to convey specific information to workers, such as warning of hazards or identifying the location of safety equipment. ANSI safety signs use a standardized format that includes a signal word (such as “warning” or “danger”), a pictogram, and text to convey a specific message.

OSHA, on the other hand, has more specific requirements for safety signs in the workplace. OSHA requires that certain types of safety signs be used in specific situations, such as warning signs for hazardous materials or danger signs for electrical hazards. OSHA also has specific requirements for the placement and visibility of safety signs.

In general, ANSI safety signs are more focused on conveying specific information to workers, while OSHA safety signs are more focused on ensuring that workplaces meet specific safety standards. Both types of signs are important for workplace safety and should be used in conjunction with each other to create a comprehensive safety program.