Warning Tape, also known as caution tape, is a strip of material with eye-catching words (such as "No Pass", "Dangerous Area", "Caution Electric Shock") and/or patterns (such as stripes, slashes, skull) printed on the surface.
Its core function is not physical binding or fixation, but visual warning and area division. Through its bright colors and clear text, it can quickly attract people's attention, convey specific warning information, so as to prevent accidents, protect the safety of personnel, isolate danger or temporarily control the area.
Visibility: Use color combinations with high contrast (such as yellow and black, red and white) that are easy to recognize even in poor light.
Warning: Printed with a clear warning, directly informing the type of danger or prohibited behavior.
Temporary: Most warning tapes are easy to stick and remove, and are often used in temporary construction sites, accident sites or maintenance areas.
Low Cost: As an efficient and low-cost security management tool, it is widely used.
Warning Tape can be classified by color pattern and application scenario.
By Color and Pattern (Most Common Classification Method)
This is the most intuitive classification method, different color combinations usually represent different types of warning, has formed an international convention.
Yellow and Black Warning Tape (Tiger Pattern):
Meaning: Mainly means "Pay Attention to Safety, Beware of Tripping and Collision". It is used to remind people to pay attention to obstacles, ground elevation difference or general dangerous areas ahead.Application: Construction site, around machinery and equipment, temporary storage, ground hole.
Sign Meaning: "No Entry, Hazardous Area". It has the strongest warning effect and is usually used to isolate fire risk areas, electrical hazard areas, accident core sites, etc.Application: Around fire fighting equipment, in front of distribution box, accident warning line, high voltage danger zone.
Meaning: Indicates "Safe Zone, Pass Sign". Used to mark the location of safety facilities, first aid points, evacuation routes, or safe isolation areas.Application: Emergency station, safety passage, emergency assembly point.
Meaning: Indicates "Indication or Reminder" with less enforcement. Used to mark information or items requiring special attention, such as "Under Repair" or "Inspection Area".Application: Equipment inspection area, temporary warehouse entrance.
Yellow and White Warning Tape:
Meaning: Similar to yellow and black, it indicates "Pay Attention, Walk Slowly", but the warning level is slightly lower. It is often used for indoor crowd control, queue areas or passages that need careful passage.Application: Crowd control in shopping malls and exhibitions, and clean room passages.
The following key factors need to be considered when choosing the right warning tape：
High-risk area: Red and white warning tape is recommended.
Safety/Obstacle Warning: Use yellow and black warning tape first.
Indicate safe area/evacuation route: Select green and white warning tape.
Adhesion: Ensure the tape adheres firmly to the surface (e.g., floor, wall, column) and does not easily peel off.
Strength and Durability: Select materials with strong tensile and tear resistance according to the duration of use and possible foot and vehicle trampling.
Size: Note the width (commonly 4.5cm, 4.8cm, 7.2cm) and length of the tape. The wider the tape, the more noticeable it will be.
