What is the correct action if red tape is unavailable for marking an LHZ?

Marking a Limited Hazard Zone (LHZ) is essential for ensuring safety and visibility in any environment where hazards might be present. If red tape, the standard for such marking, is unavailable, using any horizontal strands of barrier tape is a suitable alternative. This is because any form of barrier tape can still effectively communicate a warning and delineate the boundaries of a hazardous area, which enhances safety protocols.

Utilizing the next available type of barrier tape, such as yellow, is acceptable; however, the primary goal is to maintain visibility and clarity about the hazard. The use of any horizontal strands, regardless of color, helps indicate a potential danger sufficiency, maintaining awareness and guiding individuals on how to navigate the area safely.

Simply not marking the area at all fails to communicate the potential risk, and solely relying on verbal warnings does not provide the visual cues necessary for immediate recognition of a hazard, which is critical in environments where quick action may be needed. Therefore, marking the area with any horizontal strands of barrier tape serves the primary function of ensuring safety in the absence of the specified red tape.