Lift Safety Decals for Scissor Lifts and Boom Lifts

Questions Buyers Ask Before Ordering Lift Safety Decals

What material should I choose for lift safety decals that stay outdoors year-round?

For most labels, choose calendered vinyl with a gloss or matte laminate. It is a 3 mil vinyl rated for 3 to 5 years outdoors, and the laminate protects the print from UV, scratches, and moisture. For tip-over, pinch point, and outrigger warnings that must be visible at dusk or under work lights, upgrade to reflective decals, the same approach contractors use for reflective decals in road construction. For large branded panels on boom arms or base shrouds, 3M Controltac offers up to 8 years of outdoor life with air-release channels that make wrap-style installs easier. 

What size decals do scissor lifts and boom lifts typically need?

Capacity labels and small warning decals usually run 3 to 6 inches, while unit ID numbers and brand panels on the platform, base, or boom run much larger. Decals.com prints custom decals from 2 inches by 2 inches up to 52 inches by 120 inches, so one order can cover small compliance labels and a full-width fleet ID panel. Need something larger or an unusual shape? Request a custom quote. 

Can I upload my own artwork, or do you provide design help?

You can upload print-ready artwork at checkout. Vector files (EPS, AI, or PDF with fonts outlined) produce the sharpest results, and high-resolution JPG, TIFF, and PNG files are also accepted. If you are starting from scratch, our in-house design team can build capacity warnings, operator instruction panels, or fleet numbering layouts, and most logos can be vectorized starting around $15. Before committing to a full fleet run, you can order custom samples to test fit and color on an actual machine. 

How much do custom lift safety decals cost, and is there a discount for fleets?

Price depends on size, material, cut style, and quantity. Per-decal pricing drops as quantity increases, which is why companies labeling an entire fleet of scissor lifts and boom lifts usually order in bulk. Reflective and 3M Controltac materials cost more than standard calendered vinyl, and transfer-cut decals include a set number of picks with additional charges for very intricate designs.

How fast can I get decals produced and shipped?

Standard production is 3 business days at no extra cost. 1 and 2 business day rush options are available for tight deadlines, and a 5 business day saver option lowers the cost of non-urgent orders. Production starts after proof approval, and orders approved after 5:00 PM CST begin the next business day. See our production times for full details. Once produced, most orders ship UPS Ground and arrive in 2 to 4 business days to about 90% of the U.S. (see shipping info). 

How do I install decals on curved or textured lift surfaces?

Decals bond best to smooth, non-porous surfaces like painted steel, aluminum, and plastic. Clean the area with isopropyl alcohol, let it dry completely, then apply from the center outward with a squeegee to push out air. On large curved panels, 3M Controltac’s repositionable adhesive lets you slide the graphic into alignment before applying final pressure. Avoid heavily textured surfaces like diamond-plate platform floors, where the adhesive cannot make full contact. Our installation guides include video walkthroughs for die-cut decals and transfer decals. 

How should I clean and maintain decals once they are on equipment?

Use mild soap, lukewarm water, and a soft cloth. Avoid aiming a pressure washer directly at decal edges, and keep solvent-based degreasers off the decal face, since both can lift edges over time. 

Are custom lift safety decals OSHA and ANSI compliant?

Compliance depends on content, not the printer. In the U.S., aerial lift safety is governed by OSHA 29 CFR 1926.453 and the ANSI/SAIA A92 standards (A92.20 for design, A92.22 for safe use, and A92.24 for training), while ANSI Z535.4 sets the format for product safety signs, including signal words like DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION. Manufacturer-installed safety decals should always be replaced with OEM replacement decals from the lift manufacturer. Custom warning labels are ideal for supplemental warnings, fleet-specific rules, and job site instructions that follow Z535 formatting. 

Can I number an entire fleet with sequential unit IDs?

Yes. Variable data decals let you print sequential unit numbers, barcodes, or unique IDs across a single order, so every lift in the fleet gets its own identifier without separate setups.