Manufacture Better Business with Signs and Graphics

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July 31, 2007

CARROLLTON, TX - From pharmaceuticals and electronics, to clothing and plastics, businesses within the manufacturing industry, should consistently assess productivity, while ensuring employee safety through ongoing communication.

A plant manager or operations supervisor can help achieve these goals in a simple, budget-conscious manner by employing the use of effective signs and graphics.

"Whether it is safety signs reminding employees to wear protective eye gear, or equipment labels and decals that comply with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) regulations, a well-planned, well-executed signage program can increase general productivity and output quality while helping to decrease the chances of work-related injury," said Larry Lane, President of FASTSIGNS International, Inc.

There are a lot of decisions that need to be made when selecting a sign. A plant manager's best source for advice is an experienced sign and graphics professional. Whether planning a new sign and graphics program, or reviewing signage already in place, FASTSIGNS® suggests a few basic guidelines:

• Make sure the message is short and simple. If it isn't easy to read and understand, it will not be accurately comprehended by employees.

• Place the sign or graphic in an area that is clear and accessible to an employee's line of vision. For example, if someone has to bend over to see a warning message on a piece of equipment, the graphic should be repositioned.

• When using multiple signs in a small area, avoid excess visual clutter that can drown out and distract from important messages.

• Determine if the signage in place complies with requirements put forth by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

• Reevaluate your sign and graphics program on a regular basis and make changes as needed to ensure maximum impact.

About FASTSIGNS®
FASTSIGNS® sign and graphics centers use innovation and technology to make the sign buying process simple by offering consulting, design, production, file transfer, delivery and installation for a full range of custom sign and graphic products.