Do Not Step Or Stand On This Surface Sign

Do Not Step Or Stand On This Surface Sign

The Do Not Step Or Stand On This Surface Sign clearly warns people that the designated surface must not be stepped or stood on.

Featuring a clear prohibition symbol and direct wording, this sign is suitable for locations where a surface may be unsuitable for supporting a person’s weight or where standing on the surface could create a safety risk or cause damage.

Where This Sign Is Commonly Used

• Industrial sites
• Manufacturing facilities
• Plant and machinery areas
• Equipment covers and housings
• Roof access areas
• Fragile or non-load-bearing surfaces
• Service and maintenance areas
• Platforms and structures
• Warehouses
• Processing facilities
• Utility facilities
• Restricted access areas

Clearly Identify Surfaces That Must Not Be Stood On

Some surfaces can appear suitable for use as a step or standing platform even though they were not designed for that purpose.

Equipment housings, covers, roof areas, plant components and other surfaces may be damaged or create a safety risk if someone steps or stands on them.

Installing this sign directly on or beside the relevant surface provides a clear instruction before a person attempts to use it.

Suitable for Plant and Equipment Areas

This sign is particularly useful around machinery and industrial equipment where covers, housings or other components may be accessible during operation, inspection or maintenance.

It can help distinguish these surfaces from designated walkways, platforms and safe access points.

Roof and Fragile Surface Applications

The sign may also be suitable for roof access areas or other locations containing surfaces that must not be used as a standing or access point.

Where a fragile or non-load-bearing surface presents a specific hazard, signage should form part of the site’s wider access and safety controls rather than being relied upon as the sole control.

Materials & Mounting Options

Choose from a range of materials to suit the installation location, including laminated adhesive vinyl and rigid sign options.

Adhesive signs are suitable for clean, smooth surfaces such as machinery panels, equipment housings and doors.

Rigid signs can be installed on walls, fences, posts or other suitable structures using appropriate fixings.

Choose the material and installation method according to the environment and mounting surface.

Choosing Your Sign Size

Choose the sign size according to its installation position and required viewing distance.

Smaller signs can be suitable when applied directly to machinery, equipment or a surface viewed at close range. Larger signs provide greater visibility where the warning needs to be seen before someone approaches the area.

Refer to our viewing-distance guide below for help selecting an appropriate size.

Customisation Options

Need different wording for your application?

We can customise the sign with wording such as Do Not Stand Here, Do Not Step On This Surface, Do Not Walk On Roof or other site-specific instructions.

Custom sizes and layouts are also available. A design fee may apply for custom artwork or wording.

Workplace Safety & Use Notes

This sign communicates that people must not step or stand on the designated surface.

The safety controls required will depend on the surface, equipment and hazards present. Signage should be used alongside appropriate barriers, access controls, procedures and other safety measures required for the site.

If a surface is fragile or unable to support a person’s weight, additional controls may be necessary to prevent access.

Made in New Zealand

Designed and manufactured in Invercargill by Hazard Signs NZ for New Zealand workplaces, industrial sites and organisations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this sign mean?

It advises people that they must not step or stand on the designated surface.

Where should the sign be installed?

It can be positioned directly on or beside equipment covers, machinery, roof areas, structures or other surfaces that must not be used for standing or access.

Can this be used on machinery?

Yes. Where appropriate, an adhesive version can be applied to a clean, smooth equipment or machinery surface.

Is this the same as a fragile roof sign?

Not necessarily. This sign gives the specific instruction not to step or stand on a surface. If the hazard is specifically a fragile roof, a sign identifying the fragile-roof hazard may also be appropriate.

Can the wording be customised?

Yes. We can alter the wording to suit a particular surface or site requirement. A design fee may apply.

What size should I choose?

Choose the size according to where it will be positioned and how far away it needs to be seen. Smaller sizes can work well when mounted directly on equipment, while larger sizes provide greater visibility from further away.

Related Products

• Fragile Roof Sign
• No Climbing Sign
• Walking On Pipelines Is Prohibited Sign
• Restricted Area Sign

Not sure if this is the right sign for your workplace or facility? Read our guide “Prohibition Signs in the Workplace: What They Mean and Why They Matter” to learn about prohibition symbols, compliance requirements and when different prohibition signs should be used.

Not sure if you’ve got all the safety signage you need?
Download our Free Safety Signage Checklist to make sure your workplace complies with New Zealand safety standards — it’s a quick and easy way to identify missing signs and stay compliant for further information check out 5 Workplace Signs Every Office Needs (And Why They Matter).

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