Wordless Format Labels

Wordless format labels, as defined by ISO 3864-2, are standardized safety labels that convey critical information using graphical symbols and colors without relying on language. These labels are designed to transcend language barriers and enhance safety communication in diverse workplaces and global markets. ISO 3864-2 provides guidelines for the design and implementation of these labels, ensuring consistent understanding of safety messages; at Clarion Safety, we use our expert knowledge of this standard to bring you the highest quality label options. Our ISO 3862-2 wordless label formats use color-coded hazard severity panels and incorporate standardized symbols to depict hazards, supplementary avoidance messages, and do and do not messages to increase understanding.

Wordless format labels may be the right choice for equipment manufacturers for several compelling reasons. Wordless format labels are intended to be universally understood, eliminating language-related barriers and helping to ensure that safety information is comprehensible to operators and users from various linguistic backgrounds. This enhances workplace safety by minimizing the risk of misunderstandings or misinterpretations due to language differences.

These labels provide a consistent and standardized method of conveying safety information, and reduces the need for multiple visual warnings. By adhering to ISO 3864-2 guidelines, manufacturers can ensure that their equipment carries labels with recognizable symbols and color codes, regardless of the industry or location where the equipment is used. This consistency simplifies training efforts, as operators and users across different settings will already be familiar with the symbols and colors used on the labels. Whether the equipment is deployed domestically or internationally, wordless format labels can help ensure that safety information remains clear, easily understood, and consistent across various workplaces.

If you don’t see the exact wordless format label that meets your needs, we can help! Reach out to our team or use our ‘Design Your Own’ label online tool; both options are quick, easy, and free of charge. Keep in mind that our standards-trained customer service team can also help with questions related to the ANSI and ISO standards for visual safety communication and the different label format options that you have to choose from.

Machine safety signs and labels play an essential part in risk reduction, and can help you meet OSHA requirements. It’s important to consider the latest ANSI and ISO standards and today’s best practices for safety communication and risk reduction when selecting labels for your application. You can rely on Clarion Safety’s ANSI, ISO, and OSHA warnings expertise for help. We specialize in supplying product manufacturers and workplaces with the most up-to-date, standards compliant labels. In fact, over the past 30+ years, we’ve helped to write the standards you want to meet.
With Clarion Safety label products, you can select from a variety of label format options (multi-symbol and text, symbol only, symbol and text, and these wordless formatted labels) as well as symbol options to best fit the potential hazard. Keep in mind that the use of symbols in warnings and instructions is essential to the ISO 3864-2 standards and is encouraged in the ANSI Z535.4 standards. Our labels use internationally recognized ISO 7010 or ISO 7010-styled symbols.
Do you have questions on risk or hazard assessments? Our engineers at our subsidiary, Machine Safety Specialists (MSS), and our warnings experts at Clarion Safety can work independently, or with you and your team to ensure your machinery is effectively labeled and fully complies with U.S. and/or international standards. If you need assistance ensuring your products or machinery are properly labeled and fully compliant with the applicable U.S. and international safety standards, contact us today.
At Clarion Safety, we understand the importance of safety label durability. Labels need to stand up to your product’s expected environment, such as exposure to UV, high temperatures, or chemicals. Potential accidents – and your company’s liability exposure – depend on your label material choices. We offer the finest adhesives, base materials and overlaminates, including premium quality 3M materials.
Our wordless format symbol safety labels have been developed and tested to withstand abrasive chemical washdowns, water, heat, and strong ultraviolet light. We have a variety of standard material options available, including options for both indoor and outdoor use. If the standard choices that you see don’t meet your requirements, we’re standing by to find a solution; we offer a wide range of custom material options.