Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Do your Do Not Operate Tags accept pen markings?

Yes, they do. Our Do Not Operate Tags feature a writable surface with space provided for writing details such as the authorized employee’s name, department, expected completion, and remarks. You may write on these with a pen, pencil, or marker.

Q. What should I use to attach Do Not Operate Tags to equipment?

You may attach our Do Not Operate Tags with the help of tag strings and wires. Some of these tags come with heavy-duty nylon ties and you may order attachments for others from our tag accessories section.

Q. How many Do Not Operate Tags come in a pack?

The pack size varies according to size and style. Our bestselling heavy-duty vinyl Do Not Operate Tags come in a pack of 25, while Do Not Operate Tags-on-a-Roll are available in packs of 100 and 250. The self-laminating plastic Do Not Operate Tags are offered in packs of 25, as are the 8.5” tall variants. We provide octagon Do Not Operate Tags in sets of 10 per pack.

Q. What are the benefits of using self-laminating Do Not Operate Tags?

Our self-laminating Do Not Operate Tags come with a clear flap composed of 2 mil thick polyester with an adhesive backing. This clear flap acts as a deterrent against tampering and protects the recorded information on the tag from elements such as moisture, chemicals, weather, and scratches. These tags also give you the option to add photos to your Do Not Operate Tags for quick and easy identification.

Q. Why should octagon-shaped Do Not Operate Tags be used

OctagonDo Not Operate Tags work effectively by instantly grabbing attention due to their unique “Stop” shape. These are a great way to caution workers to stay away when a machine is out-of-order, under repair, or simply unfit for operation. Made of durable plastic, these tags feature a reinforced metal grommet and are available in two formats — yellow ‘caution’ and red ‘stop’.

Q. How do your department-specific Do Not Operate Tags work?

Our department-specific Do Not Operate Tags work with the help of color codes. These are marked with different colors for functions such as green for maintenance, red for safety engineering, orange for electrical, blue for management, etc. Choose from affordable 10 mil plastic tags to our top-of-the-line laminated and sealed 30 mil thick vinyl tags.

Q. Are bilingual Do Not Operate Tags available?

Yes, they are! Perfect for ensuring the safety of a multilingual workforce, our Bilingual Do Not Operate Tags are made of durable plastic and resist moisture, wear and tear, shrinkage, etc. These are digitally printed with long-lasting, UV-resistant inks and come with reinforced metal eyelets for increased pull strength. You may choose from Danger and Caution headers.

About our Do Not Operate Tags

When in doubt, Do Not Operate. Don't let an information gap turn into a fatal accident - tag your equipment to prevent unsafe operation.

• Each Do Not Operate Tag features reinforced eyelets for easy, reliable hanging. A reinforced eyelet makes secure hanging a snap.
• Our convenient Tag-in-a-Box tag dispensers let you tear off a tag, one at a time! Each tag features clean, perforated edge.
• Write a more detailed message on the tag with a pen, pencil or marker.
• Choose from a variety of tag messages with bold graphics that grab attention.
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