Solvent Based—Solvent-based paint keeps its color longer than water-based paint when used outdoors.

Safety Blue—Safety blue is used on “out of order,” “employees only,” and other general-information signs. Safety-color paint colors are approved by OSHA to color-code safety equipment locations, physical hazards, and protective equipment.

Safety Green—Safety green indicates general safety and is often used to identify first aid kits and other medical equipment and to explain safety procedures. Safety-color paint colors are approved by OSHA to color-code safety equipment locations, physical hazards, and protective equipment.

Safety Orange—Safety orange indicates hazards and is often used on warning signs, construction equipment, and unguarded edges. Safety-color paint colors are approved by OSHA to color-code safety equipment locations, physical hazards, and protective equipment.

Safety Purple—Safety purple indicates radiation hazards, especially when used with safety yellow. Safety-color paint colors are approved by OSHA to color-code safety equipment locations, physical hazards, and protective equipment.

Safety Red—Safety red indicates danger and is often used on fire protection equipment, containers for flammable liquid, and switches on machinery. Safety-color paint colors are approved by OSHA to color-code safety equipment locations, physical hazards, and protective equipment.

Safety Yellow—Safety yellow indicates caution and is often used on tripping hazards, exposed edges, and start buttons. Safety-color paint colors are approved by OSHA to color-code safety equipment locations, physical hazards, and protective equipment.