Pesticide Signs | Pesticide Application Warning Signs

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Are pesticide warning signs required by law (EPA or other regulations)?

Yes, EPA regulations under the Worker Protection Standard (WPS) require posting pesticide warning signs at the entrances to treated agricultural areas.

Q. What kinds of messages or symbols are included on pesticide signs?

Pesticide signs include warnings like "DANGER - PESTICIDES - KEEP OUT" along with the skull and crossbones symbol. The exact required text is specified by the EPA's Worker Protection Standard.

Q. What materials and sizes are available for pesticide signs (for outdoor / lawn use)?

Outdoor pesticide signs come in weather-resistant materials like durable plastic and aluminum. They are available in various formats, including larger signs for fields and smaller stake-mounted lawn signs for residential or commercial turf applications.

Q. Can I get bilingual pesticide signs?

Yes, bilingual pesticide signs are available and are often required by the EPA's Worker Protection Standard if workers in the area may not understand English.

Q. How should pesticide signs be placed (when and where) for visibility and safety?

According to the EPA, pesticide signs must be posted no more than 24 hours before application and remain posted until the restricted-entry interval has passed. The specific placement rules require them to be visible at all normal points of entry to the treated area.

About our Pesticide Signs - Pesticide Warning Signs

Anything that prevents, controls, or eradicates pests is great for your yard. You need to deal with weeds, diseases, and insects, but pesticides are also toxic for people. Warn people using our Pesticide Safety Signs and Pesticide Application Signs.

• Signs are mandated by the EPA. Display messages to inform workers and passerby about the presence of pesticides.
• Prevent adverse health effects including skin irritation, neurological disorders, cancer, or death.
• Avoid misapplication or mismanagement of pesticides with bold warning symbols and graphics in a variety of materials.