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Protect your staff, your customers, and the future of your business with high-quality safety signs. Government guidelines mandate the use of safety signs in most workplaces and failure to comply can result in heavy fines or even legal liabilities. The type of safety signs you need varies according to the nature of your business and any machinery or hazardous substances that may be in use. If you need help finding the best sign to suit your needs, just get in touch and one of our team members can assist. Material signage We use the latest technology and materials to ensure all our signs are of the highest quality. Choosing the right material for your signs can make a big difference when it comes to placement and visibility. Removable vinyl is durable enough for busy work sites but can be removed if needed, making it ideal for temporary signs, such as 'Out of Order' notifications. Permanent vinyl acts as a sticker or decal with a stronger adhesive to ensure long-lasting value. PVC plastic signs are thicker than vinyl but are also lightweight for a practical alternative. For heavy-duty applications, aluminium signs are pre-drilled for easy installation and are ideal for outdoor usage. Magnetic signs are also available for electrical panels, forklifts, or other metallic surfaces. Types of safety signs Safety signs employ clear, concise messaging to warn people of potential hazards. There are different levels of safety signs, which use specific colours and styling conventions to indicate the appropriate threat level. Mandatory signs denote actions that must be carried out, such as wearing safety goggles before entering an area. These signs use white icons inside a blue circle and are frequently used for personal protective equipment (PPE) like hardhats and work boots. Warning signs are usually black text or images on yellow backgrounds and serve to advise of dangers that are generally not immediately life-threatening. Common warning signs include wet floor placards and road cautions. Danger signs advise of imminent life-threatening situations and are characterised by a header with the word 'DANGER' in white on a red oval against a black background. Danger signs are commonly used for flammable materials, high voltage threats and warnings for hazardous substances like asbestos. Emergency signs are generally white text or icons on a green background, such as exit signs and first aid equipment or instructions. Prohibition signs denote actions that are barred in specific areas, such as 'No Smoking' signs. These signs depict black text and images on a white background with the red annuals and slash symbol. Prohibition signs can also be used for alcohol or mobile phone bans and advising against unauthorised access. Vehicle safety and mining compliance signs must adhere to strict safety guidelines and Australian standards. Our mining signs are designed to withstand even the harshest of mining conditions. Reflective signs and protective laminates are also available. Need a custom safety sign? We can also custom-make a sign to suit your requirements. Our dedicated graphic design consultants create professional designs tailored to your business. Speak to one of our experienced consultants for more information.

All businesses need to have viable health and safety policies in place, but they are especially critical for the construction industry. According to data from Safe Work Australia, construction is the fourth most dangerous industry in Australia. So it is vital that construction site managers take measures to reduce accidents as much as possible. Safety signs are one of the most effective ways of reducing injuries and fatalities at work. Here are five ways safety signs can help reduce accidents and improve site safety. 1. Communication of important safety messages Most health and safety programs involve employees having to read volumes of documentation about safety on-site and the best working methods. While these are important, it can be difficult for employees to remember all this information. Safety signs bolster this approach by communicating the most important safety messages quickly. Most signs use easy to understand pictograms to highlight dangers and signs are colour coded to make employees aware they are entering a high-risk area. 2. Highlight hazards & promote safe methods of working Safety signs do more than warn employees of potential dangers. They help to highlight the safest methods of working. Signs should therefore be placed in areas where heavy lifting is involved or where protective clothing should be worn. A quick reminder can help keep workers safe without having to constantly remind them to wear protective clothing or take adequate precautions. Clearly visible signs also remove any doubt about what safety precautions are necessary. 3. Helps you remain compliant with the law Safety signs help your company to remain compliant with strict health and safety legislation. It is important to remember that this legislation exists to protect employees and members of the public from injury. All construction sites must therefore comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations 1996. This mandates that safety signs must be shown where there is a significant risk of injury. Failure to comply can result in large fines and prosecution. 4. Protect employees & the public from injury Safety signs are not just there for the benefit of employees, they also help to protect members of the public. Most construction sites are close to urban populations which mean members of the public are also at risk of injury. The presence of safety signs can help make members of the public aware that they have ventured into a dangerous area and that extra precautions should be taken. They also help visitors to the site who are not familiar with safe working practices to remain safe. 5. Improve employee wellbeing Poor safety at work not only results in increased workplace injuries, it also contributes towards decreased morale, reduced productivity and higher levels of workplace absence. By improving workplace safety, you will benefit from higher employee satisfaction levels which deliver measurable benefits across the organisation. It will also help to build a level of trust between site workers and management. Make sure your construction site is protected While safety signs may seem insignificant, they are one of the most effective ways of reducing injuries on construction sites. They are also a legal requirement with large fines issued for sites that do not follow the regulations. At Marchant Signs in Mackay, we can help keep your employees and visitors safe by supplying a complete range of construction site safety signs. Get in touch today by completing the contact form or give us a call on (07) 4942 3900 .

Are you looking to boost your business's marketing strategy and brand awareness? Investing in signage may be the next best option. Signage is effective because you can put it in a variety of locations, use it to suit various purposes (advertising, informative and so on) and get your brand out there to make it stick in people's minds. It's always best to ensure your signage is creative, memorable and serves a purpose to get optimal results. Before choosing a sign, it is important your business does some planning prior to making concrete arrangements. Once your planning is done, it's time to take a look at signage options to benefit your business. Footpath signs These are often placed outside a business to grab people's attention and lead them into your business's building. As this kind of signage is supposed to grab attention immediately, you will want the design to be eye-catching, interesting and vibrant. Ideally, they shouldn't be too text-heavy either. Footpath signs are good because they are lightweight and versatile to place wherever you feel appropriate on the day. You can also choose to have it one-sided or two-sided, depending on the desired effect. Banners Banners are a highly popular choice of signage for businesses. This is because they are often very eye-catching, portable and usually spacious, meaning you can fit all kinds of information, text and images on them. Banners are also cost-effective as they can last for years, providing you put information on them that is (relatively) timeless. Wall signs Wall signs are often installed directly onto a wall as a sturdy and stable signage option. You can place this outside or inside of your business. They are particularly beneficial in reception areas if you are looking to create a good impression. There is often a choice to have these signs illuminated for visibility at all times of the day. They suit any kind of message you want to put on it, from information and advertising to safety or promotional messages. Vehicle graphics Vehicle graphics are an effective form of signage as it helps get your brand out on the open road, as opposed to just one or two set locations. Once firmly attached to your vehicle of choice, you can have your sign travelling wherever your vehicle does for brand visibility on the go! Safety signs Safety signs are important for obvious reasons. To avoid harm to any of your employees or members of the public, you may want to get signage for any hazardous areas in your business building. This can include general safety warnings, high-voltage warnings and fire escape signs. Informative signs If you want to send people in the direction of your business, informative signs including arrows and address locations are advantageous. Whilst you could provide advertising-focused information on this signage, it can be used for other purposes. For example, informing customers of things that will be useful to them, or directing clients to the utilities in your building. This can help give off the impression that your business is organised and professional. If your business is ready to make the move and invest in any of the above signage and more to help boost business, get in touch with Marchant Signs today for experienced sign makers in Queensland, Australia.

If you're struggling for inspiration for your shopfront signage, look no further. Here are some fantastic ideas for shopfront signage, perfect for a wide range of businesses and brands and all intended to catch the eye of passers-by and make your business stand out on a busy high street. 1. Vintage, hand-painted signage Vintage is back in at the moment, which is handy for business owners because vintage signs are so easy to replicate. Often hand-painted, vintage signage can be easily applied to brick exteriors and is both attractive and distinctive. 2. Lighted signage Lighted signage can create an attention-grabbing shopfront that's clearly visible even once the sun goes down. While lighted signage is most common for bars and other venues that make more of their money after dark, shops and retail spaces in certain niches can also do very well with lighted signage. 3. 3D text signage Make a bold statement with 3D text signage; this can either be placed outside your shop – if there's space – or affixed to the shopfront. The 3D signage of Vancouver Community Library is fun and interactive, placed just outside the library's entrance. 4. Sculpted signage Help your signage stand out more with 3D, sculpted images appearing on your sign. This draws attention to your sign and can make your shop look a little higher-end, as well as bring some life and colour to your brand. 5. Image-only signage Just like when Prince changed his name to a symbol, today it's all the rage to do away with letters altogether and sign your business's name with just a logo. This is a way to draw attention to your shopfront and get people interested, though you'll need to make sure they can see the name of your business somewhere else, or they'll never be able to tell their friends about you. 6. Statement signage Your shopfront signage doesn't have to just be the name of your business. You can use signage to make a statement about your business's philosophy or even just to say something funny or amusing. 7. Classic signage For businesses that offer traditional services or have a classic brand image, why not opt for a classic coat of arms or a swinging sign that's typically associated with old-fashioned inns and eateries? Signs say a lot more than we think, and getting the style of your sign right will set the tone for your shop's entire brand. 8. Signage on a corner If your shop isn't ideally positioned for effective signage, not to worry – there are ways around it. Look at this gallery in Asheville, NC, which has effectively created a sign that wraps around the corner of their building. It's distinctive, contemporary, and edgy. Get in touch If you're looking for signage experts in Mackay, Marchant Signs can help you to develop and create innovative, eye-catching signs for your shopfront or business. Get in touch with us today to find out more about our services.

Car signage is an important form of advertising for your business in Australia. It allows your car to stand out from all the others on the road and can promote your business while encouraging more people to visit your website or store or to make that first phone call. There are many types of car signage available for purchase, and each has its merits. These include vehicle wraps , stickers , and magnets. In this blog post, we will talk about why signage is so important for a business and how it can help you increase brand awareness and revenue. 1. Vehicle wraps One of the best ways to advertise is with a vehicle wrap. Vehicle wraps cover the entire body of a vehicle and are great for advertising your business on the road. They can be customised to suit your business needs and are great for increasing brand awareness for your business, increasing sales, and bringing people to your social media. Plus, they're fairly inexpensive to install and maintain and will last for a long time. If you're looking for advertising that will stand out no matter the time of day or night, reflective vinyl is a great material to use to create visually striking vehicle graphics. Not only are vehicle wraps a fantastic, eye-catching form of advertising, but they're also made in a waterproof material for added durability. 2. Stickers Vehicle stickers are also a great way to advertise your business. They are easy to apply and remove, so you can change them every few weeks or months if you need to. Vehicle stickers are designed to withstand outdoor conditions, so in rain, hail, or shine, they will continue to look great. They can also adhere to any surface, including windows, bumpers, side panels, and more. 3. Magnets Car magnets are a great way to advertise your business on your vehicle without committing to something more permanent. They're also the easiest form of car signage to use out of all three options and are a breeze to switch up if you need to. Car magnets are inexpensive alternatives to vehicle wraps or other graphic treatments and can be a quick-and-easy way to promote your business without installing anything on your car. Conclusion Vehicle wraps, stickers, and magnets are all great ways to advertise your business on the road. They're an important form of advertising for businesses in Australia that want to get their message out there, create brand awareness, and generate new customers without breaking the bank. If you need help to decide which type of vehicle signage would be best for your business, give us a call (07) 4942 3900 . Here at Marchant Signs, we're a professional, friendly team of experts with a passion for creating eye-catching, durable signage for your vehicle. Located in Paget, we're QLD's preferred choice for creating high-quality advertising to suit your needs.

In the mining industry, it's crucial to take steps to reduce the chance of accidents occurring. A small accident can cost time and money to rectify, while larger accidents can have more serious consequences, like injury or death. By implementing these safety tips, you can create a safer environment, giving yourself and your employees or workmates peace of mind. 1. Always Wear Appropriate PPE This tip goes without saying—but it is crucial and worth emphasising. To remain safe in the mining industry, workers must wear a range of industry-specific personal protective equipment or PPE, including: Safety glasses Hard hats or helmets Safety gloves High-visibility equipment Respirators Earmuffs Fall protection gear Make sure to always wear equipment suited for your current task. For example, if you're working on a high platform, wear appropriate fall protection gear—like a body belt or harness—to keep yourself safe. 2. Keep Up With The Latest Safety Regulations Safety standards in the mining industry constantly change as new research emerges. It's crucial to stay up to date with these regulations and inform your team of any new changes. At the same time, make sure to regularly service your safety equipment, ensuring it meets current safety standards. If a piece of equipment no longer meets compliance requirements, replace it. It's not worth trying to save money by holding onto out-of-date gear as it's too great of a risk. To ensure all workers follow safety regulations, a supervisor should be present on-site at all times. If you're a supervisor, make sure you're always aware of what your workers are doing and where they are. 3. Use Proper Safety Signage High-quality, clear, and visible safety signage is vital for keeping workers and site visitors informed. Appropriate signage is also necessary for mining sites to pass compliance checks. For example, all mines should feature prominent signage indicating the position of mine areas and emphasising authorised access limits. Signs should also remind workers of site safety requirements and indicate the whereabouts of mine shafts. Make sure to only use signage that is clearly visible, free from debris, and comprised of high-quality, durable, and weather-resistant materials. 4. Arrange For Regular Professional Training Sessions Usually, we think of training as being necessary only for new recruits, when regular training is essential for workers new, old, and in-between. For example, any time regulations or industry standards change, it's crucial that all workers stay up to speed. Mining companies should arrange training for all employees to make sure everyone is aware of these changes. Regular general training will also ensure all workers know how to stay safe and do their jobs well. 5. Encourage Communication & Comprehensive Planning When undertaking any task—whether simple or complex—communication is key. Before getting to work, make sure to assess potential risks and put together a plan to reduce them. Communicate this plan with all team members in a clear, comprehensive manner. Keep Your Workplace Safe The mining industry can be dangerous—but by taking the right steps, employers and workers can significantly reduce risks. By following the above safety tips, you'll significantly reduce the chance of accidents in your workplace. For high-quality safety signage , get in touch with the Marchant Signs team. We specialise in professional mining compliance signage to keep workers safe.

If you're looking to promote your school, impress any visitors or communicate with your students, installing custom signage around your school premises is the perfect solution. In this blog, we'll be taking a look at some simple ways you can promote your school with high-quality custom signage from a specialist provider. Custom window graphics Custom window graphics are an incredibly useful and multifunctional form of signage that you can put to great use all over your school campus. Window graphics utilise a variety of materials to produce high-quality, professional signage that can be adhered to windows for many different purposes. Made of self-adhesive vinyl, glass-etch, removable vinyl or static cling materials, these stunning signs can be custom made to any size to suit your school's needs. Whether you're looking to add a little privacy to a large window in the staff room, diffuse light in foyers and classrooms, promote your school services or add wayfinding signage to help visitors find their way around, custom window graphics can do it all. Banners, flags & A-frames If you run a school, you'll know that budget constraints can be tight, so it's always a good idea to invest in equipment and essential school items that can be used more than once. If you're promoting a school event, why not install some portable, re-useable banners, flags, a-frames or banner stands? These handy forms of signage can be used again and again to help visitors navigate their way around your school or find essential information about the event you're running to ensure that everything goes ahead smoothly. By hiring a reputable provider to design, manufacture and install your banners, flags and A-frames, you can rest assured that you'll be able to use them at multiple school events for many years to come. Premium quality posters There's no simpler or more effective way of promoting something than designing and installing stunning, high-quality posters and prints. Colourful posters with striking designs can go a long way in grabbing the attention of any passing visitors or students, so putting them up in strategic locations all over your school is a simple and affordable way of spreading the word about any upcoming events or important messages. If you're not a dab hand at design, get in touch with a professional signage expert, and they can create an array of posters and prints for your school to make anyone's head turn! Contact the professionals If you think that your school could benefit from high-quality custom signage, our team at Marchant Signs are here to help. We specialise in designing, manufacturing and installing bespoke signage all over Mackay, so if you would like to learn more about our services, give us a call on (07) 4942 3900 or request a callback.

One of the big challenges for a small business is coming up with signage that packs a powerful punch without breaking the bank. Luckily, there are several ways to increase the impact your signage has without significantly raising its price. If you're looking for budget ways to get the signage you need for the results you want, our creative signage ideas for small businesses should help. Use white space White is a low-cost signage option that makes an enormous impact. As a colour that stands out, a large patch of white draws the eye. It also serves as an excellent backdrop for a simple logo or brand colour. If you're looking for a way to make your signage stand out, a white background is an effective option. Another advantage of white is that it stands out in dim light, which is perfect for ensuring your audience are still aware of you during overcast weather. Lose the clutter To get your message across, it's important not to distract from it with additional visual clutter. The most effective signage is often the simplest. Often, the name of your company, alongside your logo (or even just your logo or brand colours), may be all that's needed to let people know that you're there. Complementing your other advertising Most small businesses will already have some form of branding in place, whether that's on business cards, packaging materials or invoices. To give maximum impact, your signage should complement the branding you already have. Keeping uniformity between the various ways you have of informing customers of your brand helps to raise awareness of who you are. If you use writing on your signage (for example, your company name), ensuring its colour and font match with your other publicity materials helps customers to remember who you are. Repetition of your brand across a variety of mediums is an effective technique for helping customers identify your products or services. This needn't be an expensive process, but consistency is essential to ensure all your signage and other materials match. Colour matters It's worth remembering that colour can improve the recognition of your brand by up to 80%. With this in mind, consider using bold, vibrant colours that demand attention. Sometimes, a single, iconic shape in your brand's dominant colour is all that's needed to advertise your presence. Opting for simple yet dramatic colour contrasts ensures optimal impact. Placement It doesn't matter how much you spend on signage; if it's hidden behind a bush or obscured by an awning, your customers aren't going to see it. Amazingly, obscured signage is a frequent occurrence. Taking the time to ensure your signage is positioned in a place where passersby can get a clear, unobstructed view of it costs nothing but can make a big difference to how effective it is. Contact us Get in touch with the team at Marchant Signs to discover other ways of ensuring you end up with high-grade, high-impact signage that's also affordable, even with a limited marketing budget.

Construction sites are often areas where there are lots of potential hazards and dangers. It comes as no surprise that having adequate signage is required at all times. However, if you've never spent a lot of time on a construction site, or you're new to the profession, you may be wondering what signage is required on a construction site? And, why might it be necessary to have these signs visible at all times? Take a look here. Why Signage Is Important? Signage is important for several reasons. As construction sites tend to be dangerous environments, there must be obvious signs that help employees and visitors to avoid these dangers. Australian health and safety laws require that all construction sites have clear signage always visible that warns all people on or near the vicinity of all hazardous activities that are taking place. These essential safety signs are also pivotal in ensuring that everyone on site knows the safety rules and can help avoid any fines for non-compliance with these rules. It may also come as no surprise that the use of mandatory signage around a construction site has also helped to reduce the number of workplace-related injuries and deaths. While the construction industry itself only makes up a small portion of the overall workforce, the percentage of injuries and deaths is comparatively high, coming in at the 5th highest industry overall for workplace injury claims. Proper signage warning of hazards, dangers, moving vehicles and high traffic areas has helped to reduce this in recent years. What signage is required? Builders signs A builder’s sign is a large sign that is required to be erected in a position that is visible from the outside of the construction site. The sign is required to have the following information visible on it: The principal contractor’s name or the builders' name Contact details that include a phone number and after-hours phone number Location of the site office if this applies to the site Mandatory signs Mandatory signs are signs that indicate when an action or instruction must be carried out. These signs usually consist of a blue circle with a white picture within it, as well as a set of instructions. Danger signs Danger signs warn all employees and visitors to the site of any potentially hazardous conditions that can be life-threatening. The signs will include a large red oval against a black background with the word 'DANGER' within the oval. The sign is also required to give further information of the danger it is identifying. Safety signs Safety signs are used to identify any dangerous conditions that, while not necessarily life-threatening, are still a hazard to your health. These signs can be identified by their bright yellow background, with further details on the lower half of the sign. Contact us If you're new to a construction site or you're just visiting for business, it pays to know what the signs mean around you. Due to the potentially hazardous construction environment, having plenty of signage around the site is so important. And knowing what the signs mean could be the difference between staying safe or getting injured. If you need new signage for an upcoming construction project or another project of any kind, we can help. Get in touch today, and our professional team will be able to see to all your signage needs.