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From the moment we open our eyes in the morning, our brains take in visual information which is interpreted and influences our behaviour. For example, if we look out the window to see that it is raining outside, we will be sure to dress appropriately before venturing outdoors. Some of the warnings our eyes provide may be trivial, but we heed them anyway and take action. How much more important it is that we are warned of situations which may significantly effect our health and wellbeing! It has long been known that the human brain excels at processing large amounts of visual information. One of the most fascinating features of our brains is that we can deal with pictures just as effectively as we can real, three-dimensional objects. For example, a young child does not have to be taught that a simply drawn picture of a smiling face represents that of a real person – they get it instinctively. For hundreds of years, this ability to recognize images and symbols has been used to communicate effectively and efficiently with large numbers of people. The road signs most of us encounter on a daily basis are a good example: on a sign warning of road works ahead, our eyes quickly recognize the image of a labourer digging with a shovel. There is no need for a lengthy explanation text with the sign. We can even learn to identify abstract symbols, such as an exclamation mark or red triangle, with certain hazards and take appropriate action. CLP Regulation Warning Signs With all this in mind, it is no wonder that CLP regulation warning diamonds have been so successful in reducing accidents in work and industrial environments. Once we mentally associate a certain symbol with the hazard it represents, we will often take steps to protect ourselves without even consciously thinking about it. CLP labels are so successful because they alert handlers of hazardous materials and substances by means of clear and well-designed pictograms which communicate directly to our brains what is needed to stay safe. Pictorial information even crosses language barriers, as symbols can be understood anywhere in the world. As a result, CLP labelling has become an international standard, and is recommended by the United Nations. Therefore, if your company deals in, or has any contact with, hazardous chemicals or other substances, it is important that your staff know when and how Classification Labelling and Packaging labels should be used. Labels attached to consignments of such substances must display warning pictograms, hazard statements, and the details of the supplier including registered address and contact number. This is so specific advice can be obtained in case of an incident. As always, you can come to PAT Labels Online for CLP regulation warning diamonds and any other hazard warning and GHS labels you need. Our high quality CLP labels satisfy all relevant legislation, so you can have peace of mind that the stickers on your products are sending out the right message, wherever they may be sent. Read Full Story -
Heavy-Duty Asset Labels
From earth moving vehicles to work boots, there are thousands of products which are marketed as ‘Heavy duty’, and they all have one thing in common: they are designed and manufactured to survive and function under the harshest of conditions. Heavy duty asset labels from PAT Labels Online are no exception. While the function of an adhesive label is essentially a simple one, it can cause complications if a label is damaged or lost. For example, have you ever realised that the registration plate on your vehicle is damaged and unreadable? It won’t take long before you are stopped and asked to repair it! Individuals, companies and organizations depend on tags and labels on all kinds of products on a daily basis, to identify items and supply other important information. If your company operates in the outdoors or any other demanding environment, you’ll be glad that heavy duty labels for equipment used in these environments are readily available from PAT Labels Online. Asset labels are a recent trend, and have proved invaluable for companies which retain a lot of appliances and equipment, be that industry-specific production machinery, or more mundane items like laptops and office vacuum cleaners. Stickers which assign a unique identifying number to each device make PAT testing and maintenance schedules a breeze to keep on top of, and mean that it’s easy to repair faulty products in an efficient manner. But this procedure is only as sound as the stationary which makes it possible, and a single damaged Id label on a piece of equipment can put you back to square one when it comes to keeping track of your assets. For this reason, we have decided to our asset labels available in the same format as the other heavy duty adhesive labels available on our website. These semi-rigid, high-temperature polyester heavy duty stickers have been extensively tested in hot, cold and wet environments by our customers, with excellent results. They have been subjected to shocks and impacts, and have remained completely legible and firmly affixed to the mounting surface, thanks to our strongest permanent adhesive. Critically, our heavy duty barcode labels still work with scanning equipment, even after extended periods of use and frequent handling. Just wipe clean the smooth surface and you’re good to go. One of the features which sets PAT Labels Online apart is the range of options we offer when you order your new labels, stickers and signs. Aside from heavy duty labels in a range of colours and sizes, you can specify different text and finishes, and shapes for specific purposes such as cable wrap tags. Specifying barcode equipped labels is a popular option for asset labels, as it offers the option of interfacing directly with an asset database. And with our customisation service, we can produce heavy duty tags with your company name, logo, or whatever other information you want. To explore the possibilities, of if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact our team today. Read Full Story -
Health & Safety
Technology and industry have provided us with a modern world in which we can order products to be brought from thousands of miles away in a matter of hours and have access to the sum of human knowledge at the flick of a switch, a world in which one person can quickly and efficiently handle loads weighing more than the largest living animals and communicate to the furthest reaches of the planet in an instant of time. The price we pay for this astonishing utility is that we are surrounded by machinery and infrastructure which could be hazardous to our safety. Fortunately, it doesn’t take much effort to keep everyone safe as long as we all play our part. By carefully posting safety signs in workplaces and other public spaces where hazards can be encountered, everyone can be informed of situations which may place them in danger, and how they should act to avoid it. PAT Labels Online are one of the foremost internet retailers of safety signs and labels of all kinds, so no matter what type of signage you need, we’ve got a product to match. Usually, the first safety signs a visitor sees will be posted on the doors or walls when entering a hazardous area. For example, a door between an office environment and a warehouse where fork lift trucks are operating should have clear safety labels to warn all personnel of the need for additional awareness. After all, while your employees likely know where the danger areas are, visitors to your premises may not. In the above example, all points of access to the hazardous area should carry the same safety signs, including doorways from isolated areas eg doorways returning from canteens and restrooms. In some cases, the hazard may be contained, not within a room per se, but within an area or installation within a room. This is often the case with electrical wiring, mechanical apparatus, or stored chemicals. Safety labels warning of these hazards should be clearly visible from all angles of approach – if safety stickers are only present on the front of a machine, what if someone approaches from the side? Health and safety labels also have a role to play in the case of portable items. When equipment is shipped in component form or in an incomplete state, it may present a hazard to the recipient, and health and safety stickers can reduce the risk of an accident occurring. For example, if an item containing sharp blades or a laser projector is to be transported, it is only common sense that the hazardous components be packaged in such a way as to protect the handlers. But when the packaging is removed, it is wise to draw attention to the danger by use of appropriate health and safety stickers. PAT Labels Online have been producing health and safety labels and signs for years, and with our quick and easy ordering system, you can be sure of finding the products you need in no time. Read Full Story -
Health & Safety
Workers in the UK and Europe are among the safest in the world. This is largely thanks to stringent yet reasonable health and safety legislation for workplaces and public spaces, and the safety-conscious culture which has resulted. We go about our daily business, safe in the knowledge that any threat to our wellbeing will have been assessed, minimized, and if necessary, clearly labelled by those responsible. As a result of this approach, we see safety signs every day, to the point where we seldom notice them unless we are utilizing the infrastructure to which they apply. How many times have you entered a cupboard or basement and casually notice a fuse box attached to the wall, festooned with health and safety stickers for the benefit of service personnel as well as uninitiated visitors to the site? Likely, the only occasion on which you would take the time to read these safety labels is if you were tasked with resetting the trips yourself. For any business owner or health and safety representative, ensuring all appropriate health and safety labels are clearly and correctly displayed is a simple task which goes a long way when it comes to demonstrating commitment to the wellbeing of staff and visitors. On the PAT Labels Online web store, you can find all the safety signs and labels you need, from simple electrical and chemical hazard labels to specialist signage with explanatory text. Types of safety labels we sell include, among others: Electrical Safety Notices Electrical hazards remain a high priority for safety professionals. You can’t see, hear or smell electricity, yet poorly maintained or exposed wiring or components pose a significant risk. Safety stickers should be clearly displayed on any junction boxes, conduits, and other fittings related to electrical supply. These should be visible from all directions of approach, with concise information for the benefit of service personnel. GHS Regulations The Globally Harmonized System of health and safety labels for hazardous materials has been highly effective in cutting accident rates in developing lands. No matter where your product is to be shipped, handling personnel will recognize these UN approved safety stickers and take the appropriate precautions. Mandatory Notices Safety signs providing instructions for safe conduct are referred to as mandatory notices. These are common in areas such as vehicle loading bays in the form of instructions to drivers or other visitors. Other mandatory signs remind staff to make use of essential PPE. Prohibition Notices ‘No Smoking’ and ‘No Naked Flames’ are among the most common health and safety signs we are likely to come across in every day life, and with good reason; a carelessly discarded match or cigarette can result in a significant hazard. Fire Safety Keep your fire extinguishers correctly labelled with our range of fire safety stickers. Specialist Signage Other health and safety stickers include industry specific signage and specialist labels for LOTO and other safety and maintenance protocols. If you can’t find the health and safety labels you need, please contact us and we’ll be happy to help. Read Full Story -
PAT Test Labels
Health and safety is everyone’s responsibility. And while the law requires qualified inspectors to monitor the condition of equipment which could be potentially dangerous – for example, a mechanic inspecting a car at its MOT test – it also promotes conscientiousness when around smaller items, such as electrical office appliances. In order to show that they take such responsibilities seriously, may companies maintain inspection schedules for all electrical items on their premises, and the most common standard for such inspections is generally known as Portable Appliance Testing, or PAT. PAT testing is therefore not a legal requirement, but if an incident were to occur, an organization may find it difficult to prove they had done enough to protect those on their premises if they couldn’t demonstrate some form of control. That’s why it’s so common to see colourful PAT testing stickers on electrical devices throughout business properties and public buildings. At PAT Labels Online, we want to make it as easy as possible for you to implement such a scheme at your own workplace, should you so choose. We can supply all the stationary you will need to maintain a thorough safety inspection routine, including all the various types of PAT testing labels which attach to the appliances in your office. A current ‘PAT Test Pass’ sticker reassures all your colleagues that a particular item is safe to use. You don’t need to be a qualified electrician to perform PAT tests, although some companies like to bring in a professional for the sake of convenience. If you decide to perform the inspections in-house, the designated inspector will have to be a ‘competent person’, that is, someone who understands the purposes and processes of the inspections, and can carry them out objectively. The process of inspection itself varies according to the device, but checking for damage, corrosion, or wear and tear should always be carried out first. Operational testing may follow, and many manufacturers websites carry recommendations on how their products may be tested to ensure they are safe to use. At the conclusion of the test, the device should be clearly labelled with PAT stickers to denote its status – signed and dated Passed PAT Test labels for safe appliances, and warning labels for faulty ones. It is also advisable to restrict access to a faulty device to prevent accidental operation. This may involve locking it in a cupboard, or disabling it by removing the power flex. While PAT test stickers are the best way to tag equipment, it should not be assumed that everyone will pay attention to them. To guarantee continuity, it is recommended a comprehensive log be kept of all inspections, including retest dates for each appliance. PAT Test Log Books are another handy product available from PAT Labels Online. Check out our website for our full range of products, including PAT test labels for specific circumstances. These include PAT testing Tuff Tags for harsh environments, and cable wrap PAT testing labels which affix to flexes and wiring. Read Full Story -
PAT Test Labels
There are, quite rightly, a plethora of rules and regulations surrounding the installation and use of industrial electrical equipment. Heavy machinery uses a lot of power and may be in use for many hours of every day, hence stringent safety checks are necessary for the protection of the workforce and the public. Smaller electrical equipment, however, is less tightly regulated. While health and safety is still an important consideration, it follows that a small appliance running at mains voltage – say, a desktop printer – is less likely to develop a dangerous fault than a three-phase powered production line which is in operation for hours at a time. The law requires only that companies protect personnel from danger in relation to such small appliances. Voluntary PAT testing is, therefore, an effective way of demonstrating compliance with this common sense approach. If you are an electrician, offering regular PAT inspections to local companies is a good way to supplement your work schedule. While qualifications are not necessary to perform the inspections, your background will reassure businesses of your competence. Having a range of professional quality PAT Testing Labels from PAT Labels Online will bolster this image. At PAT Labels Online, we stock stickers, labels and signs for a wide variety of applications. As many organizations like to have their office equipment PAT tested annually, there is always a demand for PAT testing stickers, and we have responded to this demand by creating a range of products which can be used in all kinds of circumstances. The most fundamental function of PAT test labels is to indicate whether an appliance has passed or failed its most recent inspection. A faulty or damaged product should be removed from use immediately, and clearly labelled with a warning sticker to avoid confusion. To signify a PAT test pass, we have a range of Passed PAT Test Labels in various sizes, colours and finishes. When electronic business machines began to appear in offices in the nineteen-sixties and ‘seventies, they were large and lumbering contraptions which often needed their own office and had to be shared across an entire organization. The same goes for personal computers a few years later. These days, many of us will be carrying multiple electronic devices on our person at any given time. Likewise, office equipment has shrunk beyond all recognition, and many a desk drawer is crammed with a multitude of devices for a variety of uses. Since some appliances are now no bigger than a pen, traditional PAT Stickers are too big to be used. Our alternative is Cable Wrap PAT testing stickers, which attach to mains flexes or any other wiring. Other PAT test stickers for special applications include PAT Testing Tuff Tags which are designed for use outdoors and in demanding environments. For the professional touch, we can personalise your PAT Testing Labels with your company name, telephone number, and any other details. This will also remind your customers who to call when their next round of PAT testing is due! Read Full Story -
Health & Safety
In a situation where our personal safety is at risk, we would all prefer to be instructed on how to protect ourselves in a clear and concise manner. The safety labels we encounter in workplaces, public buildings, and other situations are designed to do just that. Most governments in the developed world, including here in the UK, have enacted laws requiring safety stickers to be displayed whenever certain risks are present, such as flammable substances, volatile chemicals, or electricity. If you are the owner of a company, a facilities manager, or a H&S representative, you have a responsibility to ensure that the appropriate health and safety stickers are displayed throughout your premises, including company vehicles. While guidance on the use of health and safety labels is freely available on the Health & Safety Executive website, actually finding and obtaining the stickers you need can be a little more difficult. At PAT Labels Online, we make it as straightforward and convenient as we can for customers to select which workplace safety labels they need, and have them delivered with minimum fuss. Electrical Warning Labels Electricity is probably the most useful form of energy, and is used in homes, businesses, and industries of all kinds. It is clean and efficient compared to other forms of power, yet without electrical safety stickers we might never know it’s there – and this is exactly why it can be so dangerous. When you see an electrical cable, you have no way of knowing whether it is live or not. Most of us would never take the chance of touching electrical connections in our homes. But when it comes to unfamiliar electrical installations, such as industrial equipment, electrical safety labels may be our only way to tell where the danger lies. There are many types of electrical safety warning labels for different circumstances, each with its own text and graphics. If you can’t find the electrical warning stickers you’re looking for, please contact us. Mandatory Stickers / Prohibition Stickers These are the signs which give instructions, in terms of what must (mandatory labels) or must not (prohibition labels) be done. Prohibition warning signs do not leave it up to the reader to decide what action should be taken. No smoking labels are a good example; simply informing personnel that there are flammable chemicals in the area may not be enough to dissuade them from lighting up, especially if they cannot see the hazard. Hopefully they will be more conscientious in the presence of no smoking stickers. Mandatory labels can likewise instruct that action be taken, such as wearing gloves or washing hands. Hazard Warning Diamond Labels When any type of dangerous goods must be transported from one location to another, a hazard diamond label must be affixed to the container or vehicle to identify the substance. These are among the most specific of all workplace safety stickers, so contact us for help if you are unsure which product is suited to your requirements. Read Full Story -
PAT Test Labels
Keeping up to date with your internal PAT testing schedule is a fine way to demonstrate your commitment to health and safety in the workplace. All the stationary you will need for PAT test record keeping is available from PAT Labels Online. Visual inspection PAT labels are at the heart of any PAT testing program, confirming that the first step in ensuring compliance has been taken. But what if you need to label appliances which will be used out-of-doors, or in other demanding environments? Don’t worry, Tuff Tag PAT labels are designed to withstand harsh conditions without peeling, fading, or coming loose from the device they are attached to. PAT testing Tuff Tags are made from tough, durable Polyplas and are designed to wrap around a power flex or any other narrow part of the device. If you are an electrician who conducts PAT testing at various locations, using personalised PAT testing labels is a good way to promote your business. When each appliance needs retesting, personalised PAT stickers will remind the company to contact you again. Each personalised PAT test label can be supplied with your name, contact details, and in any colour you like. Or, if you are part of a company which handles its PAT testing in-house, ordering custom PAT test labels with your company name and logo denotes a professional approach. PAT testing visual inspection labels are the cornerstone of a testing routine, and once a full test has been carried out, Passed PAT Test labels or Failed PAT Test labels can be issued as appropriate. When it comes to PAT testing stickers, labels must be strong enough, and stick for long enough, to withstand up to a year’s worth of day-to-day handling. If PAT Testing Labels peel off or become illegible, it can be difficult to prove you have fulfilled your responsibilities. So when PAT testing appliances for your workplace, be sure to choose the high quality PAT test stickers available from PAT Labels Online. Aside from the basic PAT stickers we are used to seeing on all kinds of devices, we also supply PAT test tags for use with appliances which don’t have a convenient flat surface, and cable wrap PAT testing labels for when the only practical labelling point is the power lead. Alternatively, cable wrap PAT test labels can also be attached to mains plugs as failed PAT test tags. We even have barcode PAT testing labels, which allow your PAT label to be used as a resource tag. When all your workplace appliances bear current PAT test labels UK health and safety inspectors will be impressed by your diligence. A full compliment of PAT Test Passed labels show that all your equipment is kept in good order, and that the safety of your workforce comes first. Keeping a stock of PAT test labels, especially PAT Test Pass labels, is advisable. However, it’s easy to order Pat test labels online, and you’ll be amazed at the range of options available at PAT Labels Online. Read Full Story -
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Gas appliance labels are a clear and easy way to communicate the status and safety of your gas appliances. It should be clear to anyone who looks at your gas supply what the risks associated with using it are, and what its status is in terms of its most recent check and its compliance with health and safety regulations. Here at PAT Labels online, we offer a range of gas appliance labels to assist you in clearly demarcating your gas appliances, which we will take a look at today. What are gas appliance labels? Gas safe warning labels are important for a number of purposes, though the core reason of using them is to minimise health and safety risks. If you have had your gas supply tested recently, you will require a sticker that states who the mechanic responsible for testing it was, the date they tested it, as well as the PPM reading. This is one instance of the information you need to have on display in order to minimise health and safety risks, such as gas leaks. With our colourful and bold gas safety stickers, you can ensure the information on your gas appliance is communicated loud and clear. What do we offer? At PAT Labels Online, we offer a variety of gas appliance labels. Our ‘tested for gas safety labels’ are a simple and easy way to have information on your last gas appliance service filled out and displayed clearly. If you require more information than this, we also offer larger gas appliance service labels, where you can have the gas safe register number, the date of the next due service, and a telephone number to arrange your next service. For a more thorough option, we also offer extra-large gas appliance installation labels, where you can compile a history of all past service dates and service names. If you operate gas valves in your workplace, it is important to provide the correct information on the on/off positioning of the switch. Failing to do so could result in gas leaks or compromised functions of your gas valve. Our gas safe warning labels demonstrate clearly how to correctly position the gas control valve, minimising accidents and risks. While you may have implemented every step in your capacity to reduce health and safety risks associated with gas appliances, we understand that accidents can happen outside of your control. For when accidents do occur, make sure your workforce is prepared and can follow all the correct procedures to minimise casualties. With our gas emergency control stickers, in the event of an emergency make sure all the vital information is clearly communicated and on display. Get in touch If you have any questions about the correct GHS label stickers for you, feel free to contact us. You can send us an email at Sales@PATLabelsOnline.co.uk, or by phoning us on 01325 525 675. We appreciate the importance of ensuring your gas supply is health and safety compliant as soon as possible; for this reason, we offer free delivery in the UK, and a same day dispatch service if you order before 2pm. Read Full Story
