No Smoking 2WE Agrichemicals HAZCHEM Sign

Hazardous Chemical Sign – No Smoking 2WE Agrichemicals HAZCHEM Sign

Prevent accidents involving highly hazardous chemicals like agrichemicals with our No Smoking 2WE Agrichemicals HAZCHEM Sign.

Our No Smoking 2WE Agrichemicals HAZCHEM Signs are designed to meet HSNO requirements for agrichemical storage and fire safety. They display the 2WE Hazchem code and make it clear that smoking is prohibited near hazardous substances.

Purpose

• Warn staff and visitors of agrichemical hazards.

• Enforce no-smoking rules near flammable substances.

• Support compliance with HSNO and NZS/AS 1319:1994.

Example Scenario

For example: A No Smoking 2WE sign is required on chemical sheds storing agrichemicals and flammable materials to reduce fire risk and keep the site compliant with HSNO fire safety rules.

Ever wondered why “2WE” appears on so many chemical and fuel signs? Our blog Understanding HAZCHEM Signs in New Zealand & Australia breaks down what those letters and numbers mean — and how they guide emergency crews when hazardous materials are involved.

Agrichemicals often fall under Class 3 (Flammable Liquids) or Class 6 (Toxic Substances). Visit Understanding Dangerous Goods Classes 1–9 to see how these classes apply to your site’s products and what each pictogram really indicates.

For anyone managing chemical sheds or fuel storage areas, a No Smoking sign is only half the story — you’ll likely need an Emergency Information Panel (EIP) too. Check Emergency Information Panel Signs Explained to learn what information must appear on EIPs under WorkSafe NZ guidelines.

Not sure what the Hazard codes mean, check out our: What HAZCHEM Codes Mean – A Quick Reference Guide for Site Managers

Mounting Options

• Self-Adhesive Vinyl: Outdoor-rated, laminated for durability.

• PVC Sheet (2 mm): Rigid and long-lasting.

• ACM Panel (4 mm): Weather-resistant and lightweight.

• Corflute: Suitable for temporary placement.

• Magnetic: Ideal for use on vehicles or temporary steel storage tanks.

Where to Use

• Agrichemical storage sheds and mixing areas.

• Bulk storage tanks containing flammable liquids.

• Transport vehicles carrying agrichemicals.

• Entry points to hazardous areas.

Compliance

All signs meet NZS/AS 1319:1994 for safety sign clarity and visibility and are printed with high-contrast colours for maximum effectiveness.

Custom wording or size? No problem — we offer design changes for a $25 design fee and provide a proof before production.

FAQs

Q1: Why do I need this sign?
You need this sign to comply with HSNO regulations and to ensure that no one smokes near flammable agrichemicals. It also helps emergency responders identify the hazards present.

Q2: Where should this No Smoking 2WE Agrichemicals HAZCHEM Sign be used?
Use on chemical sheds, agrichemical mixing areas, bulk storage containers, and transport vehicles. Place it at all entry points where smoking must be prohibited.

Q3: Can I get a custom size or wording?
Yes! We can change the size or add custom text such as “Farm Name” or “Contact Number.” A $25 design fee applies for changes.

How to choose the right mounting options.

Corflute: short-term term less than 2 years outdoors

Thin PVC: Medium term, more than 2 years

ACM: Long term 5 years or more

Supplied as a sticker:

long-term digital print laminated for long-term use. With a life of 5 years or more. We use a Hi Tac vinyl which allows it to be applied to most surfaces.

Magnetic mounting option for the No Smoking 2WE Agrichemicals HAZCHEM Sign

Flexible, vehicle-grade magnetic placards with the No Smoking 2WE Agrichemicals HAZCHEM Sign printed on premium vinyl, laminated, and mounted to automotive magnetic sheeting. They stick to ferrous steel panels and remove without residue—ideal for vehicles that only carry DG sometimes.

Who they’re for

• Contractors / couriers who transport Dangerous Goods occasionally

• Hire or multi-use vehicles (no permanent signage)

• Sites that swap classes depending on load (quick changeover)

• Magnet: vehicle-grade sheet, 0.8–1.0 mm thick (30–40 mil), high-energy.

• Face film: outdoor self-adhesive vinyl + UV laminate (gloss).

• Operating temp: suitable from winter cold to summer heat (typical automotive range).

Where they work (and don’t)

• Works on: painted steel panels that are flat, clean, and smooth.

• Doesn’t work on: aluminium, stainless, plastics, composites, heavy body filler; vinyl wraps, ceramic coatings, heavily textured paint.

• If customers have aluminium doors/ute trays, suggest self-adhesive or rigid ACM instead.

Fitment checklist

1. Clean & dry the panel (no wax/polish).

2. Warm, flat magnet—no curl.

3. Apply to flat steel only; press from centre out.

4. Do not bridge panel gaps, ribs or sharp curves.

5. Remove daily to clean/dry both surfaces; store flat.

6. In heavy rain/highway speeds, check edges haven’t lifted.

Care & maintenance

• Remove and wipe after wet weather; store flat (never rolled tight).

• Move position slightly each week to avoid differential fading.

• Avoid use on freshly resprayed paint (allow full cure).

Compliance note

• Magnet is a mounting method. The operator must ensure placards are the correct class, size, and securely affixed for the journey. Some carriers or site rules may require permanent/rigid placards—check your procedure.

For more information check out these links

• WorkSafe NZ – Hazardous Substances Management
  👉 WorkSafe NZ – Hazardous substances

• EPA NZ – HSNO Act guidance
  👉 EPA NZ – Hazardous Substances and New Organisms (HSNO) Act

• United Nations GHS
  👉 UN – Globally Harmonized System (GHS)  

• Why you need the correct Hazard sign

For further information go to the Worksafe website https://www.worksafe.govt.nz/topic-and-industry/hazardous-substances/managing/hazardous-substances-signs/

NZS/AS 1319:1994 advocates simplicity and clarity in safety signage. To be effective, they should be easy to read and interpret at a glance.

The Standard is about the use of legible text and appropriate, simple symbols.

By simplifying the message, it reduces the risk of misinterpretation, which increases the chances of the sign’s warning or instruction being followed.

Enhancing the sign’s visibility through placement and colour

Placement and visibility will play a crucial role in the efficiency of safety signs.

The standard states that signs must be positioned near the hazard they are warning about, which ensures that the safety message is relevant. Also, it advocates the use of contrasting colours for the background and lettering. This attention to the colour scheme will increase visibility and readability from a reasonable distance, which ensures the message is accessible.

The mission of Hazard Signs NZ is to provide quality-made safety signs to all of New Zealand. Our great prices and convenient online ordering platform make us a preferred supplier to many NZ businesses. All our signs are designed and manufactured in Invercargill to meet the workplace health and safety needs of all businesses and industries in New Zealand.

Please note. We make some of our safety signs to order and it may take 5 to 10 business days to receive. If you require your order urgently, please don’t hesitate to contact us to confirm an estimated delivery date prior to placing your order.

If you are not sure about what sign you need for your business, just contact us at +6432183350 or email us and we will make it ready for you.