Biohazard Symbol - Safety Signs by Caledonia Signs

Used to mark items, containers, or areas that may contain or be contaminated by biological materials posing a risk to human health. This includes pathogens like viruses, bacteria, bodily fluids, or any infectious substances that could cause harm through contact or exposure.

These labels are essential in medical laboratories, hospitals, research facilities, pharmaceutical environments, and waste management sites, particularly on sample containers, biohazard waste bags, sharps bins, and refrigeration units storing infectious materials. They provide a clear, immediate warning to anyone handling or entering an area where biohazards are present.

The purpose of the label is to reduce accidental exposure by alerting individuals to take necessary precautions, such as wearing protective equipment or following contamination control procedures. It also supports proper segregation and disposal of hazardous biological waste.

Using a Biohazard Symbol label is a vital part of any biosecurity and safety protocol. It helps maintain a safe working environment, prevents cross-contamination, and ensures awareness of biological risks wherever they exist.

Materials Explained

Below is a more detailed description of the materials this particular safety sign is available in. Helping you decide which sign option is most suitable for your application.

Self-Adhesive Vinyl: Self-adhesive vinyl is easy to apply and it’s budget-friendly. Its adhesive backing allows for easy application to a variety of surfaces such as glass, metal, plastic, and painted walls, which simplifies installation and reduces setup time. Self-adhesive vinyl provides a clean, professional finish that suits many indoor environments including offices, retail, industrial sites, and vehicles. It is more affordable than many other material types and allows for custom shapes, colours, and graphics.

Roll / Sheet of Labels: Manufactured from self-adhesive vinyl, our roll / sheets of labels are easy to apply and are budget-friendly. The adhesive backing on each label allows for easy application to a variety of surfaces making them ideal for high-volume tasks such as product packaging, shipping, inventory tagging, or compliance labelling.