Danger of Falling Sign | Warning Safety Sign

Description

This sign warns that a fall hazard exists in the area, helping prevent serious or fatal injuries caused by unguarded drops or unstable edges.

Also commonly referred to as a Risk of Falling sign.

Product at a Glance
Product detail: Danger of Falling
Sign type: Warning Sign safety sign
Colour: Yellow and black
Orientation: Portrait
Materials: Aluminium Composite, Corriboard (Correx), Self-Adhesive Vinyl, PVC
Sizes: 100mm x 150mm, 200mm x 300mm, 400mm x 600mm, 600mm x 900mm
Suitable locations: Construction sites, rooftop access areas, loading bays, open stairwells or mezzanine floors.
Delivery: Nationwide Ireland delivery
SKU: VGAW005

Where Should a Danger of Falling Sign Be Used?
Construction sites, rooftop access areas, loading bays, open stairwells or mezzanine floors.

Which Material Should I Choose?
Aluminium Composite: Best for permanent indoor or outdoor signage and locations requiring a rigid, durable sign.
Correx: A lightweight, economical option for temporary or shorter-term signage.
Self-Adhesive Vinyl: Best for application directly to smooth, clean surfaces such as doors, panels and equipment housings.
PVC: A rigid, durable plastic option offering a balance between the low cost of Correx and the strength of Aluminium Composite, suitable for indoor and sheltered outdoor use.

Why this sign: It should be posted wherever there is an unguarded or partially guarded change in level, such as open edges, excavations, scaffolding platforms or elevated walkways. The sign alerts workers and visitors to the presence of a fall risk so they can take appropriate precautions or avoid the area entirely.

Compliance note: In Ireland, employers must provide appropriate safety signage where hazards cannot be avoided or adequately reduced by other measures, based on the workplace risk assessment, under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007. This sign is suitable for use as part of a workplace safety-signage system where identified by that risk assessment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Danger of Falling sign mean?
A Danger of Falling sign warns that there is a risk of falling from a height or into a lower level in the immediate area, indicating that people should exercise caution or that additional fall protection measures are required.

Where should a Danger of Falling sign be displayed?
Place the sign at or near construction sites, rooftop access areas, or wherever the relevant action is required.

Is a Danger of Falling sign a warning sign safety sign?
Yes. It uses the yellow and black warning sign-format design. In Ireland, employers must provide appropriate safety signage where hazards cannot be avoided or adequately reduced by other measures, based on the workplace risk assessment.

What is the difference between “Danger of Falling” and “Risk of Falling”?
They communicate the same instruction. “Risk of Falling” is also commonly used for this type of sign.

Which material should I choose?
See the material guide above — Aluminium Composite for permanent/outdoor use, Correx for temporary signage, and Self-Adhesive Vinyl for direct application to smooth surfaces.

Can this sign be used outdoors?
Aluminium Composite, PVC and Self-Adhesive Vinyl are suitable for outdoor use. Correx is best suited to indoor or short-term outdoor use, as extended exposure to the elements can affect its lifespan.

What sizes are available?
Available in 100mm x 150mm, 200mm x 300mm, 400mm x 600mm, 600mm x 900mm.