This floor sign reads “Stop, Sound Horn, Proceed with Caution” in bold letters. It's designed to draw in attention and remind forklift drivers indoor vehicles that they need to stop, sound their horn, and then proceed when it is clear to do so. This is a proven practice that can help to dramatically reduce the number of workplace accidents related to indoor vehicles in most facilities. By bringing the vehicle to a complete stop, the driver will have the time to look around for other vehicles or pedestrians in the area.
Sounding the horn will let nearby pedestrians and other drivers know that there is a vehicle nearby. This practice is essential for workplace safety since these types of vehicles often operate so quietly that you may not be able to hear them without the horn being sounded.