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Construction Site Signage

A dynamic signage set — hazards change as the build progresses. Use this as a planning tool during pre-construction and a weekly gap audit once work is underway.

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Practical shortlist — general guidance only. Tick the signs that apply to your site. Every workplace is different — scale to your actual hazards and obligations. For the underlying regulatory detail, follow the compliance-guide links beside each section.

For the full regulatory breakdown (Model WHS Regulations Chapter 6, Site Safety Boards, construction-specific duties) see the companion compliance guide linked below. This page is the practical product-shortlist version.

Regulatory context
  • Model WHS Act & Regulations Chapter 6 — Construction Work
  • Principal Contractor duties for construction projects above the prescribed value
  • AS 1319 visual format for prohibition / mandatory / warning / danger / emergency
  • AS 1742.3 — Traffic control devices for works on roads
  • Local council development approval conditions

The checklist (25 items across 5 areas)

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1Site perimeter & entry

2PPE & general safety

3Hazard & danger

4Silica, asbestos & chemicals

5Emergency, first aid & traffic

Frequently asked questions

Is this the same as the Compliance guide?

The compliance guide at /compliance/construction-checklist is the regulation-heavy explainer — who the PCBU is, what Chapter 6 requires, what a Site Safety Board needs to show. This page is the product-shortlist version — tick what your site needs, browse the matching sign families, order the kit.

How often should I review site signage?

Every week on a live site. The hazards change constantly — excavation fills in, scaffolding goes up then comes down, new trades arrive, chemicals move. Weekly signage review is a good practice on longer-running projects and is often a requirement in the Safety Management Plan.

What material is best for temporary site signs?

Corflute (fluted polypropylene) is standard for site-specific temporary signage — cable-ties onto temporary fencing, weatherproof, inexpensive. Aluminium is better for long-term permanent signage (property boundary signs, long-project safety boards). ACM is a premium choice for high-visibility site hoarding.

Related compliance guides

Need help choosing?

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This checklist is general operational guidance to help Australian businesses plan their safety signage. It is not legal advice, does not replace a site-specific risk assessment, and does not substitute for guidance from your state/territory WHS regulator, building certifier, environmental health officer, or other competent authority. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, site type and the specific activity being carried out.