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Floor Marking

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CONTENTSContents of the Best Practice Guide to Floor Marking by Graphic Products, Inc.

INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................pg 1Why Floor Marking?

FLOOR MARKING APPLICATIONS .............................................pg 2

IMPROVING SAFETY & EFFICIENCY ........................................pg 3Improving SafetyImproving Effi ciency

CHOOSING THE BEST FLOOR MARKING METHOD .......pg 5Taping vs. Painting Comparison Chart

CHOOSING THE BEST TAPE ...........................................................pg 7Choosing the Best Tape for YouTypes of Floor Marking Tapes

REGULATIONS & STANDARDS .....................................................pg 9OSHA Clarifi cationRegulations on ColorWidely Used Floor Marking Colors & Patterns

TIPS ON FLOOR MARKING ......................................................... pg 11 General TipsApplying Floor Marking TapeRemoving Floor Marking TapeGlow-in-the-Dark Floor Marking

SAMPLE FLOOR PLAN ................................................................... pg 13

FACILITY FLOOR MARKING INSPECTION ........................ pg 14

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Why Floor Marking?

Floor marking makes a physical space easier for workers and visitors to understand. It can be seen in all kinds of professional facilities, from large, heavy-duty manufacturing and chemical processing plants down to small schools and gymnasiums. When used intelligently, fl oor marking communicates important information to workers at the exact location they need it, making a facility safer and more effi cient.

This DuraLabel fl oor marking guide will be useful to you if you are beginning a fl oor marking initiative at your facility, or if you are just looking for ideas for improving your facility’s existing fl oor marking.

This guide includes:

• Common uses of fl oor marking

• Helpful tips for fl oor marking

• Recommended fl oor marking products and solutions Feel free to contact Graphic Products at 877.534.5157 with any questions not answered by this guide at any stage in your research process.

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Traffi c route fl oor marking for vehicle and pedestrian traffi c.

INTRODUCTION The term fl oor marking refers to lines and symbols on the fl oor that make people aware of important workplace boundaries. Some common uses of fl oor marking are to mark pedestrian walkways, product storage areas and hazardous areas.

Floor marking for warehouse traffi c routes.

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Traffi c RoutesPedestrian and vehicular pathway markings are probably the most common use of fl oor marking. Forklift collisions with workers are a major cause of workplace fatalities, which is a good indicator of how important clearly-marked traffi c routes are. Marking emergency exit routes is also important; exit fl oor markings can include directional arrows and glow-in-the-dark lines.1 Ideally, route markings should be so easy to understand that workers can navigate safely through a facility without any prior training.

Product & Material Storage Some facilities mark product and material storage areas. These can be temporary storage areas, as for products that are currently being worked on, or more long-term storage areas, as for raw material storage bins or fi nished products. The point of labeling these areas is to easily communicate to workers where resources should go and where to fi nd what they need. The reduction in worker confusion results in greater effi ciency and safety. This use of fl oor marking can be considered part of a lean manufacturing2 or 5S3 initiative.

Equipment & ToolsSimilarly to marking products and materials, some facilities place outlines around equipment and tools. For example, a white line of tape may be applied around the base of a portable machine or tool to let workers know where that object is supposed to be located. This ensures that workers will never need to waste time searching for the resources they need. (This use of fl oor marking also usually falls under a 5S and lean manufacturing category.) An outline of a machine also serves as an indicator that the machine has components that extend out that far, so it also serves a safety purpose.

All Types of Workplace CommunicationThere is no limit to how fl oor marking may be used. Some other uses are: marking areas that must be kept clear of people and objects; marking areas where workers should stand when operating a machine or performing a procedure; reminders for other important workplace communications, such as “No Smoking,” “No Loitering” and the like. Wherever there is important information that a worker should know, there is a potential for intelligent and creative visual communication.

FLOOR MARKING APPLICATIONS The following are a few of the more popular fl oor marking applications, but keep in mind there are many creative ways a facility can use fl oor marking that aren’t listed here.

Yellow and black stripes indicate a hazardous area.

Hazardous AreasIt is also important to communicate to workers that some areas are potentially harmful. Some examples are: placing markings in front of a potentially hazardous piece of equipment; placing markings in an area of a building that contains a known hazard (like a high amount of particulates in the air); and placing markings in front of electrical panels.

1 For more information about glow-in-the-dark signs, see the corresponding section of this guide or request the more detailed guide entitled Introduction to Photoluminescent Labels, Signs and Path Markings, free from Graphic Products.

2 Lean manufacturing is a school of thought that considers the use of resources for any goal other than creating value for the end customer to be “waste.” Lean manufacturing aims to eliminate all forms of waste. It is often associated with the philosophy of “continuous improvement,” which means always looking for new ways to reduce waste and improve effi ciency.

3 5S is a workplace organization method that originated in Japanese production facilities. The method describes 5 steps, all starting with the letter ‘S’, that will increase the organization and effi ciency of a workplace. 5S is often included under the larger umbrella of lean manufacturing. For more information on 5S, ask for the free 5S System Guide from Graphic Products.

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Improving Safety

Floor marking makes a work area easier to understand, which in turn makes it a safer work area. Some examples of how fl oor marking is used for safety are:

• Pedestrian walkways

• Vehicular traffi c paths

• Aisle marking

• Glow-in-the-dark path markers

• Exit routes

• Safety equipment/PPE

• “Keep Area Clear” signs

• Environmental hazards

• Mechanical hazards

• Electrical hazards

• Noise hazards

• Bumps, holes, other trip hazards

Even applications not usually thought of as safety-related can have the added benefi t of making the workplace safer. For instance, having the fl oor marked with the locations of equipment and tools also makes it less likely that someone will trip over a piece of equipment that is not where it is supposed to be.

Most industrial facilities already use fl oor marking for safety purposes. But most facilities haven’t spent time to fi gure out how to maximize the impact of their fl oor marking. For example, one application that almost every facility could benefi t from, but that many have not implemented, is installing emergency exit path markers that glow in the dark if the lights go out. (See the Glow-in-the-Dark fl oor marking section in this guide for more information.)

Using fl oor marking is also a great opportunity to reinforce existing safety information that a worker or visitor might have forgotten or might not have noticed. These can be messages or symbols already present on walls or equipment; adding them to the fl oor can serve as extra reinforcement of those ideas. Some examples: placing fl oor markers at entrance ways with a “Required PPE” symbol marker or a “Watch for Forklift Traffi c” message.

Floor marking is just one part of an overall strategy of using signs, labels and other visual communication to make safe work practices obvious to employees. Every facility has a unique layout and unique labeling needs that are not served best by a cookie-cutter approach. Every facility can be made safer if managers customize facilities to best use fl oor marking and other labels for their environment.

IMPROVING SAFETY & EFFICIENCY Smart fl oor marking doesn’t just improve safety; it makes a facility more effi cient. This section looks at some of the major ways fl oor marking benefi ts an organization.

Fluorescent marking on stairs and handrails.

Floor marking can alert drivers to a pedestrian presence.



Improving Effi ciency The term “visual workplace” is often used to describe a highly visual workplace; a workplace where people (workers or visitors) can easily understand how an area operates based primarily on labels, signs and other visible cues. In addition to the types of fl oor marking already discussed, this can include placards on walls or machinery showing procedures, signs with important reminders, equipment labels and min/max level markers for inventory.

Instituting a visual workplace is usually part of a comprehensive lean manufacturing and 5S initiative. Most large and profi table manufacturing companies have implemented highly visual workplaces. By placing critical workplace information at the point where it is most needed, these companies decrease wasted time due to workers being confused, making errors or searching for tools and materials.

Floor marking can organize the storage of inventory.

The easier a workplace is to understand, the more productive and effi cient it will be. Intelligent fl oor marking is an important part of creating an effective visual workplace.

IMPROVING SAFETY & EFFICIENCY



CHOOSING THE BEST FLOOR MARKING METHOD There are two main fl oor marking methods: tape and paint. Advancement in adhesive tape technology and the extensive amount of work that painting requires are two reasons tape has become a more popular choice for most industrial applications.

No fumesFumes require ventilation, the wearing of PPE and possible

facility shutdown

No time needed to dry Needs time to dry

No spills Spills likely

Up to 5 years, depending ontraffi c/exposure

Up to 7 years, depending on traffi c/exposure

Using an applicator, both straight & curved lines are easy

Diffi cult to do straight orcurving lines by hand

Preparation requires only cleaning fl oor Extensive preparation time

Minimal required accessories May require brushes and/or rollers, taping, drop cloths, etc.

Application does not usually interrupt work

Application will usually disrupt work for extended period

Conforms to uneven surfaces such as concrete, asphalt,

brick and tile

Uneven surfaces may require treatment to make surfaces

smooth enough to paint

Can be easily removed Requires harsh chemicals or abrasive machines for removal

Quickly applied for temporary conditions, like a liquid spill

Not designed for quick application

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Choosing the Best Tape for You

DuraLabel offers a line of fl oor marking tapes to handle any number of diverse applications. For example, the thick plastic DuraStripe Supreme V tape features a strong adhesive backing and a texture to decrease slipping. Another tape, the DuraStripe X-Treme, is resistant to weather, oils, acids, alcohol, solvents and acetone.

Most of our fl oor marking tapes have beveled edges that allow for smooth foot and vehicular traffi c. Tapes that lack a beveled profi le may catch on tires or boots, causing tears or peeling. Wheeled traffi c—including forklifts or hand trucks—roll easily over tape with beveled edges.

lot of vehicular traffi c, you will want to get a very durable tape. (DuraStripe Supreme V is an example of a thicker-than-average, beveled tape that would meet this need.) If you are applying fl oor marking in an environment with a lot of chemical exposure, you should think carefully about the best tape for the job. (DuraStripe X-Treme tapes are made from a poly material that is resistant to acids and bases.)

Another method of determining the best tape solution for your facility is to conduct a test by placing different types of tape in several areas in your facility. Leave them for a few weeks and see how they hold up during normal traffi c. To simulate harsher wear and tear, you could use a forklift to rotate a tire on the tape. (Call Graphic Products for free samples of our tape supply so that you can test its effectiveness.)

Some fl oor marking tape is very thick and durable.

CHOOSING THE BEST TAPE All tapes are not created equal. Heavy vehicles like forklifts can put an immense amount of pressure and friction on the fl oor. It’s important to choose fl oor tape specifi cally made to stand up to an industrial amount of wear and tear.

Some tape is better suited for uneven or unusual surfaces.

If you are in charge of implementing a fl oor marking project, you should spend some time fi guring out the characteristics of different tape types and decide which tape would work best in which facility area. For example, if you want to apply fl oor marking in an area that gets a

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Types of Floor Marking Tapes The following table shows the many types of fl oor marking tapes and their applications. All of these fl oor marking tapes are available from Graphic Products.

Supply Characteristics ApplicationsDuraStripe Supreme V • Very thick plastic • Matte fi nish

• Strong adhesive backing • Non-slip texture• Custom printing available

• Unfi nished concrete fl oors• Hazard striping

DuraStripe X-Treme • Very tough • No texture• Resistant to weather, oils, acids, alcohol, solvents and acetone. Resistant to wear from forklift traffi c

General purpose fl oor marking in standard warehouse or industrial environments

DuraStripe Lean • Thinner profi le than other DuraStripe tapes• Longer rolls make it more economical• Applies very easily

• Finished fl oors and other surfaces • Areas without vehicles or high traffi c

Flexible fl oor marking tape • Flexible • Abrasion-resistant Uneven surfaces

Non-skid traction tapes • Gritty surface • Photoluminescent version available• Resistant to moisture and most wash-down chemicals

• Walking surfaces and stairs when slippery conditions occur• Emergency wayfi nding (photoluminescent)

Printable fl oor marking tape • Use your DuraLabel printer to customize with text, arrows or symbols• Resistant to common light, moderate wash-down chemicals• Use with our fl oor marking overlaminate for extra protection and to keep text and images sharp

• Wayfi nding• Customized fl oor marking projects • Unique warnings and notices

DuraSteps, DuraPux, DuraArrow, DuraStripe Corners, DuraStripe T’s

• Distinct die-cut shapes• Shapes include arrows, corners, T’s, circles (DuraPux) and footprints

• Organizing pallet placements • Demarcating storage areas • Route marking• Walkway wayfi nding (footprint shape)

Clear overlaminate A clear covering for placing over printable fl oor marking tape • Protects tape from smears and rips• Width should exceed fl oor marking tape by 1"-1.5"

Tape applicator • Applies fl exible fl oor marking tape• Applies 2", 3" and 4" wide tape

This item is indispensable (no pun intended!) when applying fl exible tape

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Supply Characteristics Applications

CHOOSING THE BEST TAPE



OSHA Clarifi cationThere are few U.S. governmental regulations that apply to fl oor marking. The two mentions of fl oor marking in OSHA documents are both in regards to marking aisles.

The fi rst occurs in OSHA CFR 1910.22, titled “Walking-Working Surfaces.” It reads: “Permanent aisles and passageways shall be appropriately marked.”

In a follow-up interpretation to this, OSHA clarifi ed that this rule does not necessarily mean that fl oor markings are required (for example, a dirt fl oor would be near-impossible to apply tape or paint to), and that there are other methods of appropriately marking aisles and passageways. The interpretation pointed out that applying fl oor marking was typically the most convenient and inexpensive method of meeting that requirement.

Another important OSHA interpretation regards aisle-marking sizes:

• The lines used to delineate the aisles may be any color so long as they clearly defi ne the area considered as aisle space. The lines may be composed of dots, square, strip or continuous, but they too must defi ne the aisle area.

• The recommended width of aisle markings varies from 2 inches to 6 inches; therefore, any width 2 inches or more is considered acceptable. [OSHA Interpretation on 1910.22(b)]

Regulations on ColorThe United States has no specifi c regulations regarding fl oor marking colors, unless you are using fl oor marking to signal physical hazards or emergency safety equipment. OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910.144, titled the “Safety color code for marking physical hazards,” sets requirements for using the colors red and yellow for very specifi c applications.1

The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standard Z535 sets forth a widely-adopted system for presenting safety and accident prevention information. These are not mandatory standards; they are recommended best practices. And, as with OSHA’s standard, there are no specifi c guidelines for fl oor marking colors, unless the fl oor marking is being used for preventing physical injuries.

ANSI Z535 used to include very specifi c guidelines for color-coding safety hazards, such as the use of red for danger and stop; orange for intermediate levels of danger; yellow for caution; green for safety, egress and fi rst aid equipment; and blue for informational signs. In 2002, ANSI removed this list of specifi c color applications from the Z535 standard. However, the colors have remained popular as a general guideline in many industries, including as a guideline for fl oor marking. The 2011 Z535 standard only retains a few basic color recommendations, such as the use of red for danger, orange for warning and yellow for caution.2

The main takeaway from all of this is that there is a lot of leeway when it comes to fl oor marking for applications other than safety. The important thing is that your facility have a consistent system for choosing fl oor marking colors and that your employees understand that system.

1 According to OSHA 29 CFR 1910.144, red shall be the basic color for the following: identifi cation of fi re protection equipment and apparatus; safety cans or other portable containers of fl ammable liquids having a fl ash point at or below 80°F; table containers of fl ammable liquids, excluding shipping containers; red lights at barricades and tem-porary obstructions; danger signs. Emergency stop bars, buttons or electrical switches on hazardous machines are also required to be red. Yellow is required to be the basic color for designating caution and for marking physical hazards such as: striking against, stumbling, falling, tripping and “caught in between.”2 2011 ANSI Z535.

REGULATIONS & STANDARDSThere aren’t many laws that dictate how you should implement fl oor marking, but there are many established guidelines and popular practices.

OSHA says that “permanent aisles and passageways shall be appropriately marked.”


Widely Used Floor Marking Colors & PatternsWhile there are no specifi c fl oor marking color requirements, the following is a color-coding guide popularin many facilities.

FLOOR MARKING COLOR/PATTERN CHART

Yellow When used for safety purposes, indicates caution. For organizational purposes, used for pedestrian paths, vehicle paths, aisles, work areas and storage areas.

White Often used for general purposes, such as outlines around equipment or storage racks.

RedFor safety purposes, used as a hazard indicator. For organizational purposes, used to mark the boundaries of a defect product area or scrap material area.

OrangeFor safety purposes, used to indicate a level of caution more serious than yellow. For organizational purposes, used to indicate materials or product held for inspection.

Black, GreenBlue, Purple and Others

Various colors can be used for organizational purposes, such as indicating raw materials, work-in-progress materials or fi nished goods.

Red/WhiteStriping

Often used to indicate areas that must be kept clear for safety reasons (like around exit points, electrical panels, or hazardous equipment.)

Black/White Striping

Often used to indicate areas that must be kept clear for operational and workfl ow purposes.

Black/Yellow Striping

Often used to indicate areas that present physical hazards and require extra caution.

Keep in mind that this chart shows suggestions based on common uses. Your facility is free to create its own coloring and formatting style for fl oor marking. Just remember that your color-coding choices should be easy-to-understand and consistent across your organization.

FLOOR MARKING COLOR/PATTERN CHART

REGULATIONS & STANDARDS




TIPS ON FLOOR MARKING Floor marking appears to be a simple procedure, and it’s tempting to start placing tape immediately. But it is important to spend some time creating a plan and weighing your options. This will ensure you get the best results for your facility and workers.

General TipsHere are some recognized best practices:

• Plan the locations of your fl oor markings extensively before placing the fi rst piece of tape.

• Encourage worker suggestions for fl oor marking improvements.

• Use as few colors as possible to avoid confusion.

• Choose colors and color patterns that will be easy to recognize and easy to tell apart. This usually means using bright colors and simple patterns.

• Don’t choose colors and color patterns that are too close to existing safety markings because that may confuse workers.

• Don’t use the color chosen for pathways for other fl oor marking applications; that could cause confusion about the correct path to take.

• Don’t cover up important equipment (like an access door or electrical outlet) with fl oor markings.

• It isn’t necessary to always use continuous lines of tape. For example, if you were marking off a box where product was intended to be stacked, you could use corner markers to show the edges of the square instead of using continuous tape for the entire outline.

• Train all workers on what the new color codes mean.

Tape can be applied by hand or with a dedicated applicator device.

Floor marking tip: be sure to choose easily recognizable colors & patterns.

Applying Floor Marking TapeIf not applied correctly, even the best fl oor marking tape can peel off too quickly. This is usually because the fl oor was not cleaned adequately. The following steps will help ensure you get the best results:

1. Decide on where you want fl oor marking applied. Remove materials and equipment from the section of the fl oor that will be taped.

2. Sweep or vacuum the fl oor to remove debris.

3. Clean the fl oor thoroughly with soap and water. Use other cleaning solutions, like alcohol, if necessary, to remove residue.

4. Let the fl oor dry.

5. If long straight lines are needed, use a length of string or a laser pointer as an application guide.

6. Apply tape by hand or with a dedicated applicator (like DuraLabel Flexible fl oor marking tape applicator.)

7. Apply the tape evenly to ensure its adhesive fully bonds to the fl oor. This can be done with a dedicated tamping device or with any heavy rolling object that presses the tape down, like the wheel of a forklift.



Removing Floor Marking TapeAnother advantage of tape over paint is that it is much easier to remove. Your facility may be renovated or your production workfl ow may change; using tape makes it easier to alter your fl oor marking to match new situations.

The following are steps used to remove fl oor marking tape easily, without making a mess.

1. Use a putty knife or razor blade to lift up the edge of the tape.

2. Pull the tape up slowly at a 90° or greater angle.

3. Be sure to pull the tape up evenly so that equal force is applied across the width of the tape. If there is unequal force on one part of the tape, it will be more likely to tear off in strips instead of coming off in one piece.

4. If residue remains on the fl oor, use a specialized cleaning solution (like isopropyl alcohol) and a mop to remove it.

Glow-in-the-Dark Floor MarkingGlow-in-the-dark labeling materials allow for clearly marked exit pathways even in the event of power outages or smoky conditions. This technology is becoming increasingly popular in facilities. In some regions it is even legally required.

The technical name for “glow-in-the-dark” materials is photoluminescent. Phosphorent tape is a specifi c kind of photoluminescent tape that absorbs energy from a light source during normal operating conditions and glows when that light source is removed. The light that phosphorescent tape provides is not enough to illuminate an area, but it is enough to make paths and doors visible when lights go out.

In 2004, New York City approved a building code law that made phosphorescent markings mandatory in emergency stairwells and at exit doors of commercial high-rise buildings 75 feet or taller. This was mainly a result of a report that indicated that glow-in-the-dark markings in the World Trade Center buildings played an important role in leading survivors to safety.

Since then, New York’s initiative has served as a model for similar revisions in other municipalities and organizations across America, including the State of Connecticut, the International Code Council (ICC), the California Building Code (CABC) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

For more information on this subject, request the free guide Introduction to Photoluminescent Labels, Signs and Path Markings from Graphic Products.

TIPS ON FLOOR MARKING

BoldGlo Phosphorescent Tapes provide dependable luminescence for up to 8 hours after the lights go out, meeting NFPA and OSHA codes and standards.



SAMPLE FLOOR PLAN Here is a sample facility fl oor plan that shows some real-world applications of fl oor marking and color-coding.

1 Purple tape for fi nished goods

2 White tape for 5S cart storage

3 Blue tape for part organization

4 Printable tape for traffi c marking

5 White tape for work area

6 Green tape for part organization

7 Black tape for part organization

8 Yellow tape for pallet storage

9 DuraStripe T’s & Corners

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10 Red/white striping for “keep clear” areas

11 Stop sign for traffi c

12 Black/yellow striping for hazardous areas

13 Yellow tape for traffi c fl ow

14 Black/white striping for “keep clear” areas

15 Black/yellow hazard striping, electrical equipment

16 Green tape for safety area designation

17 DuraSteps – directional footprint cutouts

18 Glow-in-the-dark fl oor marking

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19 Fire safety label

20 Door safety sign

21 Emergency eye wash label

22 Dock identifi cation

23 Forklift safety sign

24 Rack & shelf labels

25 Labeled inventory locations

26 Shelf & bin labels

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FACILITY FLOOR MARKING INSPECTION Is it possible your facility might benefi t from new or more extensive fl oor marking? Walk around your facility and complete this inspection sheet. Your answers will give you ideas for improving your facility’s fl oor marking.

Questions Answers/Comments

General Does your facility have fl oor markingsalready in place?

Does your facility have a consistent, facility-widecolor-coding system for its fl oor marking?

Are the chosen colors and color patterns easy to recognize and easy to tell apart?

Are the fl oor markings faded, torn or scuffed? Or are they in good shape?

If the fl oor marking includes text, are the words legible?

Are workers trained on what your facility’s visual communication system is?

Safety: Traffi c RoutesAre exit routes and exit signs clearly marked so that workers will know where to go in the event of an emergency?Are glow-in-the-dark materials used for exit route markings and signs?

Are pedestrian walkways clearly marked?

Are pathways and areas of operation for vehicles (e.g., forklifts, overhead cranes) clearly marked?

Do pedestrian walkways minimize interaction with vehicular traffi c?

Are traffi c intersections clearly marked?

Safety: Marking HazardsDoes hazardous equipment have fl oor marking indicating dangerous areas?

Does hazardous electrical equipment have fl oor marking indicating its hazard boundaries?



Safety: Marking Hazards (cont.)Do areas where hazardous material containers or compressed gas cylinders are stored have fl oor marking indicating the hazards present?Do any other potentially-hazardous areas of the facility have fl oor marking to indicate the danger?

Are there areas where corrosive chemicals are present? Will these areas require more durable fl oor marking materials?Do fi re extinguishers, safety showers, fi rst aid stations, etc., have fl oor markings around them that prevent people from blocking those areas?Are there any areas with frequent injuries or near-misses that could benefi t from fl oor marking?

Organization/Effi ciencyAre there problems with wasted time due to workers not knowing where equipment, tools, materials or products are located?Are there outlines used to mark the location of portable equipment and tools?

For stacking or storage of materials, is there a fl oor marking system in place that allows workers to easily tell the materials apart?Do areas that must remain open for workfl ow purposes have fl oor marking that communicates that?

Miscellaneous Are there areas where worker errors frequently occur? Could those areas benefi t from additional visual communication in the form of fl oor marking?Are there areas where there is frequent lost time due to worker confusion? Could those areas benefi t from fl oor marking? Are there areas where fl oor marking could be used to communicate an often overlooked rule or situation? (Example: “Caution: crane operates in this area.”) Are there small fl oor-located items (e.g., electrical outlets, access doors) that could be made more visible with fl oor marking?

FACILITY FLOOR MARKING INSPECTION



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In this guide you’ve learned the importance of fl oor marking and some of the ways it is used to increase workplace safety and effi ciency.

If you are beginning a fl oor marking project at your facility, it’s important to consider all of your options. There are many tapes and accessories to choose from and they are not all created equal. To get the best results, you should use a trusted brand that offers a wide variety of tapes for many types of applications.

Graphic Products has been supplying industrial, manufacturing and military clients with labeling and signage solutions for more than 40 years. We are the proud maker of DuraLabel brand printers and label supply materials. The DuraLabel brand includes our line of high-quality fl oor marking tapes.

Smart fl oor marking leads you down a path of safety.

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