Corrosive Substance Warning Sign HS0060 – ISO 7010 Shipboard Pictogram

Corrosive Substance Warning Sign HS0060 – ISO 7010 Pictogram

The corrosive substance warning sign alerts crew and visitors to materials capable of destroying living tissue or corroding metal on contact. In line with the standard ISO 7010 pictogram for Corrosive Substance, it uses the recognised black-on-yellow warning triangle format common to hazard pictograms. It is intended for anyone working near, storing, or transporting acids, alkalis, or other aggressive substances aboard a vessel, giving an instant, language-independent cue to take precautions before handling or approaching the area.

SKU HS0060 sits within Safety Sign Hub’s Hazard Signs range alongside other ISO 7010 chemical and physical hazard pictograms, and is a frequently specified corrosive substance warning sign for engine rooms, battery lockers, chemical stores, and tank cleaning stations. Shipboard locations that call for this sign include acid storage cabinets, cargo holds carrying corrosive freight, laboratory spaces, bunkering stations, and maintenance bays where cleaning agents or electrolyte are decanted. Fitting the sign at each point helps crew identify corrosive hazard zones during routine work and emergency response alike.

Like the rest of the Hazard Signs collection, this corrosive substance warning sign is produced on rigid, marine-grade substrate with a self-adhesive option for fitting to bulkheads, cabinet doors, and equipment housings. The material resists saltwater spray, humidity, and UV exposure without fading, and a photoluminescent variant is available so the pictogram stays visible during power loss, supporting safe egress and hazard recognition.

Why Corrosive Substance Hazards Matter

Corrosive materials pose an immediate risk of chemical burns, eye damage, and respiratory irritation, and can degrade ship structure, piping, and safety equipment if leaks or spills go unmarked. An unlabelled hazard increases the chance that crew handle containers without gloves, face shields, or proper ventilation, turning a routine task into a medical emergency. Clear signage reduces this risk by prompting protective behaviour before contact occurs, rather than after an incident has happened.

Marking corrosive storage and handling areas also supports the ship’s own safety management system. Deck and engineering officers rely on visible hazard pictograms during safety rounds and permit-to-work assessments, and a missing or illegible sign can mask a hazard that inspectors and surveyors expect to see clearly flagged. Installing a dedicated corrosive substance warning sign at every relevant point keeps hazard awareness consistent across watches and crew changes.

Compliance and Certification

HS0060 reproduces the ISO 7010 registered graphical symbol for corrosive substances, the internationally recognised standard referenced by ISO for safety signs used in workplaces and on board ships. IMO guidance on shipboard safety signage and the general provisions of SOLAS call for hazard areas to be clearly and permanently marked using standardised symbols, so meaning is understood regardless of a crew member’s first language. Fitting recognised corrosive substance warning sign pictographs at chemical storage points also supports smoother outcomes during Port State Control inspections and classification society surveys, where hazard signage is routinely checked as part of overall safety compliance.

Installation Recommendations

Mount the sign at eye level directly on or beside the cabinet, tank, or storage area containing corrosive substances, so it is visible before someone opens a door or valve. On exposed decks or in wash-down areas, position the sign clear of direct spray paths and secure all four corners with marine-grade fasteners rated for the surface. Where corrosive stores are accessed infrequently, pair the sign with labelling on individual containers to reinforce the hazard at the point of contact.

• Reproduces the ISO 7010 registered pictogram for Corrosive Substance hazards
• Made from rigid, marine-grade material built for shipboard conditions
• Resists saltwater, humidity, and UV exposure without fading
• Optional photoluminescent finish for visibility during power outages
• Sized and finished for engine rooms, chemical stores, and cargo areas alike

Equip every corrosive storage point on board with a compliant corrosive substance warning sign to support crew safety and inspection readiness. Browse the Hazard Signs range for related pictograms, or check Fire Fighting Signs.