Blue Marking Flags - 1,000 Count

Blue Marking Flags - 1,000 Count

Marking flags help keep worksites safe during landscaping, utility, excavation, and construction projects. Use marking flags for above ground marking in a variety of industries. These vibrant marking flags are highly visible and allow for the quick location of buried utility lines, pipes, and sprinklers. Blue colored flags are used for water and irrigation. Blue color is specific to potable drinking water.

Features:

• According to the American Public Works Association Uniform Color Code, blue marking flags indicate drinkable water.
• Ideal for identifying hidden hazards buried underground.
• Increases safety around machinery.
• Temporary marking that can be easily removed without a trace.
• Bright inks for high visibility.
• Long-lasting material colors.
• Wind and tear resistant for high performance at or below -40°F.
• Flag is glued to staff, not wrapped.
• Other APWA colors available.
• Made in USA.

Options:

• 2.5" x 3.5" flag with 21" staff
• 4" x 5" flag with 21" staff
• 4" x 5" flag with 30" staff (taller staff ideal for snow-covered ground)
• Other available colors; green, orange, red, white, yellow, orange glo, and pink glo

Specifications:

• Quantity: 1,000 per box; 10 bundles of 100 flags
• Staff diameter: .067" wire

APWA Marking Colors:

The American Public Works Association, a non-profit professional association, created a uniform color code for utility companies, both public and private. The colors have become the marking standard across all industries.

APWA Uniform Color Code

Color	Utility Line
White	Proposed Excavation
Pink	Temporary Survey Markings
Red	Electrical Power Lines, Cables, Conduit and Lighting Cables
Yellow	Gas, Oil. Steam, Petroleum or Gasoline Materials
Orange	Communication, Alarm or Signal Lines, Cables or Conduit
Blue	Potable Water
Purple	Reclaimed Water, Irrigation & Slurry Lines
Green	Sewer and Drain Lines

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