At Pannier Graphics, we’ve taken a different approach for over 45 years. We make every safety sign in-house using our industry-leading Fiberglass Embedment process. The result is a sign that’s weatherproof, UV-resistant, and virtually maintenance free for years to come. And we stand behind every one with a full 10-year warranty.
In this guide, you’ll learn how to shop safety signs using our web shop, when to choose in-stock vs. made-to-order, how custom safety signs work, and what to look for when you compare safety sign shops. If you’re new to Pannier, you’ll also see why our fiberglass embedment process has become the standard for outdoor durability and long service life. Our goal is simple. Help you buy once. Help you buy confidently.
TL;DR
- Pannier manufactures every sign in-house using a fiberglass embedment process that resists weather, UV, and wear. Our signs are backed by a 10-year warranty.
- In-stock signs ship the next business day. Quantities shown online are live.
- Made-to-order signs usually ship in about one week.
- Custom safety signs include a PDF proof for your approval.
- Site templates follow OSHA readability and contrast conventions. For fully custom layouts, customers confirm OSHA or ANSI compliance for their facility.
- Shipping charges calculate automatically at checkout using UPS services. Typical UPS Ground delivery is day-definite within one to five business days.
What You Can Do in the Online Store
The Online Sign Shop is built for convenience, but it never cuts corners on quality.
- Shop ready-to-order signs. If a product is marked in stock, it is on the shelf and will leave our facility the next business day. The number you see is the real inventory, not a guess.
- Customize your own safety sign. Choose size, header, wording, colors, logo, and mounting style. You receive a PDF proof before production begins.
- Save with bulk pricing. Discounts start at two items and ramp up. This helps teams standardize signage across multiple doors, rooms, and sites quickly.
- Ship anywhere. The store supports UPS Ground, Second Day Air, and Next Day Air. International orders are welcome and are coordinated with an Account Manager if needed. Charges calculate automatically in the cart.
- Track your order. Create an account to check status and view order history. UPS tracking is sent via email once your package ships.
Pro tip for first-time shoppers: Order one in-stock sign to evaluate the look and feel on site. Then place your full order with confidence.
Immediate Purchases: In-Stock Products
Need signage now? We keep popular safety messages ready to roll.
- Ships Tomorrow: Order an in-stock sign today and it leaves our facility the next business day.
Customer favorites to feature:
These are fiberglass embedded .090" panels, which gives you rigidity without a heavy weight. Panels are engineered to resist UV exposure and harsh weather. That means your sign keeps its color and clarity season after season.
Use case ideas:
- Keep visitors out of mechanical rooms and utility spaces with Authorized Personnel Only signs.
- Place Watch Your Step at uneven thresholds, stair landings, and loading dock edges.
- Mark boundaries around private property, job sites, and remote facilities with durable No Trespassing.
- Post Eye Protection Required at lab doors and shop bays where PPE rules apply.
Custom Safety Signage: Made-to-Order
Some messages are universal. Others are specific to your site. That is where made-to-order shines.
- Custom in 1 Week: Most made-to-order signs ship in about seven business days, even at higher quantities.
When you add an in-stock item to your cart, what you see is what we make. Prefer a different color, font, or small layout change? Easy. Send a quick note to marketing@pannier.com or use the contact form on the Safety Sign page and our team will quote your exact request.
Popular made-to-order examples:
- How To Buy Safety Signs Online: The Pannier Graphics Shop
- Robotic Arm in Operation – Keep Clear
- Biohazard – Infectious Materials
- Quiet Zone – Patient Recovery in Progress
- Caution: Crane Overhead
- Hazardous Materials Storage – Keep Door Closed
- Wildlife Area – Do Not Feed Animals
- Caution: Strobe Lighting in Use
Made-to-order is ideal for parks, campuses, and facilities that want a consistent look across many locations.
Custom Safety Signs: How It Works
Custom safety signs let you tailor the message without sacrificing durability. Here is the fast path:
- Pick your size. 14 x 10 or 10 x 7.
- Choose your header. Danger, Caution, Notice, or Warning. OSHA uses color conventions to help viewers interpret urgency. Red indicates Danger. Yellow indicates Caution. Orange is warning. Blue is typically used for Notice under ANSI.
- Write your message. Keep it short and specific.
- Add a logo or pictogram. Symbols boost recognition and speed.
- Select text and background colors. Aim for strong contrast.
- Pick mounting. Adhesive or holes with optional grommets.
- Approve your proof. We send a PDF for sign-off before production.
Compliance tip: Our site templates follow OSHA readability and contrast conventions. If you create a fully custom layout, confirm that your design meets the OSHA 1910.145 requirements and any ANSI Z535 practices used at your facility.
Readability tip: A common rule of thumb says 1 inch of letter height for roughly every 10 feet of viewing distance in favorable conditions. Some guidance extends to 25 feet per inch depending on font and lighting. Test your layout against your actual viewing distance.
Shop Safety Signs By Category
Our online shop includes safety signs that span a wide range of categories and applications.
Directional and Facility Signs
- Restrooms Left / Right
- Exit
- Notice: Not an Exit
Place these at decision points. Restroom arrows guide traffic in parks, trailheads, stadiums, and campus buildings. Not an Exit belongs on doors that look like an escape route but are not safe to use. That single sign reduces confusion during drills and emergencies.
Pro tip: Ensure line of sight from the last intersection to the door. If visitors must turn, add a second arrow sign as a nudge.
Park Rules and Policy Signs
- Park Closed at Sunset
- No Swimming
- No Fishing
Rules protect visitors and resources. Post Park Closed at Sunset at vehicle entrances and trailheads. Add No Swimming or No Fishing where water quality or safety conditions are a concern. Pair policy signs with directional arrows when rules apply beyond the sign location.
Pet and Wildlife Policy Signs
- Clean Up After Your Pet
Simple. Clear. Effective. Position these at trailheads, dog-friendly lawns, and waste-bag dispensers. The cleaner the experience, the happier the community.
Hazard and Safety Warning Signs
- Danger: High Voltage
- Warning: Tripping Hazard
- Caution: Watch Your Step
- Caution: Eye Protection Required
Hazard signs should be posted where the risk starts, not thirty feet away. Match the header to severity. Red for Danger when death or serious injury is likely. Yellow for Caution when minor or moderate injury is possible. Reinforce with pictograms where helpful.
Security and Restriction Signs
- Danger: No Trespassing
- Warning: Keep Out
- Notice: Do Not Enter
- Notice: Authorized Personnel Only
Use stronger language and headers near high-hazard zones or where enforcement matters. Post No Trespassing at site boundaries and remote access points. Reserve Authorized Personnel Only for interior doors, fenced areas, and mechanical spaces.
Custom Safety Signs
- Fully personalized content, colors, and layout
- Proofing included
- Typical turnaround about one week
When your language or layout is unique, custom is the simplest way to maintain consistency across sites.
What To Look For in a Safety Sign Shop
If you are comparing vendors, use this checklist to evaluate quality and value.
- Proven durability - Look for materials that resist UV exposure, moisture, abrasion, and temperature shifts. Fiberglass Embedment has a track record of long outdoor life with strong color retention and minimal maintenance.
- OSHA and ANSI alignment - Signal words and colors should follow OSHA 1910.145 and the color practices in ANSI Z535. That makes signs instantly recognizable at a glance.
- Readability guidance - Ask for letter-height recommendations for your viewing distance. A common rule of thumb is 1 inch of letter height per 10 feet of distance in favorable conditions, with other guidance noting up to 25 feet per inch depending on conditions. A good shop will help you choose a size that works where the sign will live.
- Real production control - Shops that manufacture in-house control quality and timelines. That usually means faster proofing, faster turnaround, and consistent color across reorders. Pannier manufactures in-house in Gibsonia, Pennsylvania.
- Clear turnaround and shipping - Look for transparent timelines on in-stock and made-to-order products, plus straightforward carrier options. UPS Ground is day-definite within one to five business days in the U.S. Express services are available when speed matters.
- Proofing for custom - Proof approval prevents costly mistakes. Ask how proofs are delivered and how changes are handled.
- Long-term value, not just price - Cheap signs fade or peel, and the replacement cycle costs time and money. The National Safety Council reports the average cost per medically consulted workplace injury was $43,000 in 2023. Good signage is a small investment compared with the cost of preventable incidents.
- Helpful people - You want a team that offers suggestions, spots issues, and supports your project from design to delivery. That is the partnership you should expect.
Bulk Discounts and Ordering Tips
Volume pricing is a smart way to standardize across multiple buildings and sites. A few practical ideas:
- Audit your entrances. Count every door that needs Authorized Personnel Only, Not an Exit, or Do Not Enter. Order in one pass to keep look and color consistent.
- Bundle policy signs. If you manage parks or trails, add Clean Up After Your Pet to every trash location and trailhead at the same time.
- Plan seasonal updates. If you close facilities at sunset or dusk in fall, order Park Closed at Sunset in late summer so everything is installed before daylight hours change.
- Keep spares on hand. Order a few extras for fast replacements after unexpected damage.
Because we manufacture in-house, larger orders do not automatically push you into long delays. You still get predictable timelines and consistent quality.
Why Choose Pannier
Pannier is family-owned and service minded. We have spent more than 45 years building signs that do not ask for attention after installation. Our Fiberglass Embedded panels set the standard for color accuracy, vibrancy, resolution, and UV resistance. They are engineered to be weatherproof and virtually maintenance free.
You also get a human partner. When you reach out, you are talking to the people who design, build, and ship your signs. If you need a unique layout or a site package with mixed sizes and messages, we help you find the best way to get it done.
Quick facts
- In-stock items ship next business day
- Made-to-order is typically one week
- Proofing included on custom orders
- UPS rates calculate automatically based on your selection
- International orders welcome with quick coordination
Key Takeaways
- Durability matters. Fiberglass embedment delivers long-term performance, strong color, and minimal maintenance.
- Speed when you need it. In-stock ships next day. Custom often ships in about a week.
- Clarity and compliance. Follow OSHA color and signal word conventions. Keep messages short. Use strong contrast.
- Plan by category. Directional, policy, hazard, restriction, and custom cover most needs.
- Buy smart. Use bulk pricing to standardize across sites and save over time.
FAQ
Are your standard safety signs OSHA compliant?
Pannier's safety signage shop follows OSHA readability and color conventions, including red for Danger and yellow for Caution, with contrasting lettering for legibility. Always confirm local requirements and your facility’s policies.
How fast will I get my safety sign order?
In-stock products ship the next business day. Made-to-order signs typically ship in about one week. UPS services are selectable at checkout, and charges calculate automatically. UPS Ground is day-definite within one to five business days in the U.S., and faster air options are available.
What if I need something you do not show online?
Email marketing@pannier.com or use the contact form on the Safety Sign page. We can adjust colors, fonts, layouts, sizes, and pictograms, then send a quick quote and proof.
Do I need an account to order?
You can check out easily. An account helps you track status and view order history. Tracking numbers are emailed once the shipment leaves our facility.
Can you ship internationally?
Yes. The store supports worldwide destinations. For orders outside the U.S., we'll coordinate details with a dedicated Account Manager to ensure smooth delivery for your safety signs.
What size should I pick for readability?
As a general starting point, plan about 1 inch of letter height for roughly every 10 feet of viewing distance under good conditions. Some guidance cites up to 25 feet per inch depending on lighting and fonts. If in doubt, size up and keep the message short.
Why invest in higher-quality signs?
Legible, durable signage helps people make safer choices and reduces replacement cycles. Workplace injuries are expensive. The National Safety Council reports an average cost of $43,000 per medically consulted injury in 2023, which makes prevention a smart investment.
How do custom safety signs work?
You select size, header, wording, colors, and mounting. We send a PDF proof. Once you approve, we manufacture and ship. For compliance, confirm that the final design meets OSHA 1910.145 and any ANSI practices used by your organization.
Where to buy signs?
You can purchase high-quality, durable signage directly from the Pannier Graphics Online Store. We offer both ready-to-ship and custom safety signs with fast turnaround and nationwide shipping.
What are safety signs?
Safety signs are visual tools that communicate important warnings, rules, and instructions to keep people safe in a given environment. They can indicate hazards, provide directions, or outline safety policies in workplaces, parks, campuses, and other public spaces.
What safety signs do I need?
The safety signs you need depend on your site's hazards, layout, and applicable regulations. Common categories include directional, hazard warnings, policy notices, security restrictions, and custom messages tailored to your location's needs. Always check OSHA and local requirements to ensure compliance.
What are the 4 types of safety signs?
The four main types are:
- Prohibition signs - indicate actions that are not allowed (e.g., No Trespassing).
- Warning signs - alert people to potential hazards (e.g., High Voltage).
- Mandatory signs - state required actions (e.g., Eye Protection Required).
- Emergency information signs - provide location of emergency equipment or exits.
These categories align with international and OSHA/ANSI standards for safety communication.
Ready to order safety signs?
Browse our Online Sign Shop to see in-stock products that ship tomorrow. Or design a custom safety sign and have it in your hands in about a week. If you need help choosing a size or layout, reach out. We are friendly, quick to reply, and happy to help.
Notes on sources:
- OSHA 1910.145 specifications for accident prevention signs and color conventions. OSHA
- Pannier’s fiberglass embedment durability and UV resistance. Pannier Graphics
- UPS service timing context. UPS
- National Safety Council injury cost statistics. Injury Facts
