Collection: Warning Whips & Safety Flags

A warning whip (also called a buggy whip, safety whip, or fiberglass warning whip) is a tall flexible pole with a fluorescent flag or LED light mounted on top, attached to a vehicle so it's visible above equipment and terrain — required on most mine sites, construction zones, warehouse forklifts, and ATV/UTV vehicles that operate in areas with poor sightlines. This page shows every warning whip and safety flag PSE stocks from Checkers Safety — 3-foot through 12-foot lengths, lighted (LED Glo-Worm) and non-lighted, plus replacement safety flags in orange, yellow, and green, quick-disconnect mounting bases, hitch mounts, spring mounts, and magnetic mounts. Call (888) 714-1410 for MSHA-compliance guidance or fleet pricing.

Why buy from Pittsburgh Spray Equipment

• — full FS-series and FSRR whip lineup, factory warranty.
• Fleet pricing on bulk orders — call for a quote on 10+ units.
• Mine-site compliance — help sizing whips to MSHA and site-specific rules.
• Pair whips with wheel chocks, parking stops, or cable protectors for a complete safety package.
• Free shipping on orders over $500, most orders ship in 1-3 business days.
• Since 1944 — 80 years supplying industrial safety equipment.

Choose the right warning whip by application

Mounting options

• Quick-disconnect base — most common. Whip clips in/out in seconds for wash bays and low-clearance areas. Female base + male whip end.
• Hitch mount — for UTVs and pickups. Slides into a standard 2-inch receiver.
• Magnetic mount — temporary, no drilling. Best for job-site rentals and light-duty use.
• Spring mount — flexes on impact instead of snapping. Ultra heavy-duty for 10-12 ft mine whips.

Replacement safety flags

Flags are consumables — fluorescent orange/yellow/green with reflective X markings. 12-inch (FS8025 / FS9025 series) and 16-inch (FS8025-16 / FS9025-16) sizes. Sold individually or in fleet packs — call for bulk pricing.

FAQ

What length warning whip do I need?
Match the whip to the equipment it's mounted on: 3-5 ft for warehouse forklifts, 6-8 ft for construction trucks and ATVs, 10-12 ft for mine haul trucks and MSHA sites. The tip of the whip should be visible above the equipment silhouette when viewed from 100 feet away.

Do I need a lighted or non-lighted whip?
Non-lighted is fine for daytime warehouse use. Lighted (LED Glo-Worm) is required for underground mines, night construction shifts, and any operation where visibility drops below 100 feet. LED whips are Class 1 Div 2 rated for hazardous locations.

Are warning whips MSHA required?
Not by federal MSHA rule directly — but every major mine site has a Site-Specific Safety Program that requires warning whips on light vehicles operating around haul trucks. Check with your site safety officer for exact length, color, and lighting requirements.

How do I mount a warning whip to my forklift or UTV?
Most whips use a quick-disconnect base — the female base bolts to the equipment (roof rack, hood, or bed rail), the male whip end plugs in and locks. For UTVs and pickups, a hitch mount slides into a 2-inch receiver. Magnetic mounts work for temporary use with no drilling.

Do you sell replacement flags for existing whips?
Yes — 12-inch (FS8025, FS9025 series) and 16-inch (FS8025-16, FS9025-16 series) replacement flags in orange, yellow, and green with reflective X markings. Sold individually or in fleet packs.

Can I finance a bulk whip order for my mine or construction fleet?
Yes. Bulk orders over $2,500 qualify for 6, 12, or 24-month financing. Call (888) 714-1410 for fleet pricing on 20+ unit orders.