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Safety Signs - Key Notes

KEY NOTES

To support a safe environment, a standard has been set by law on the types of safety sign that can be displayed.

There are 4 categories, and their usage, colour and shape are detailed below.

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    1. SAFE CONDITION
      A green background with a white symbol
      Provides information about a safe condition
      Eg. First aid equipment
    2. WARNING
      A yellow triangle with a black border
      Gives a warning of a risk of danger
      Eg. Dangerous substance
    3. PROHIBITION
      A white, circular sign with red border and cross bar running from top left to bottom right
      Prohibits an action
      Eg. No smoking
    4. MANDATORY
      A blue, circular sign with white background.
      States that you must do something
      E.g. Wear protective goggles