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If the yellow triangle contains a snowflake symbol, then low temperatures are presentĪ green square with a white symbol or white symbol and text in the middle is a safety sign, used to verify that certain actions are safe or to point people in the direction of a safe area.Ī small rectangular with a symbol of a tap on, usually situated above a sink, means the water is safe to drink. If the symbol depicts someone wearing a safety harness, then a safety harness must be wornĪn image of a work vest means that high visibility clothing is a necessityĪ yellow triangle with a black symbol and text or a standalone black symbol in the middle, these signs are used to warn of potential danger.Īn image of a cylinder emitting waves means that non-ionising radiation is presentĪ symbol of a person tripping over means that trip hazards are present on site If the sign has a mobile phone symbol in it, the use of mobile phones is prohibitedĪ blue circle with a white symbol in the middle, these signs state rules that must be obeyed, such as “safety harness must be worn”.Ī blue sign with a white outline of a head wearing ear protection means ear protection is mandatory If the image is of an outstretched hand, it means only authorised personnel are allowed to access this particular area

If the symbol is of a cigarette, it means smoking is banned on the premises Used to state what actions are prohibited. These are prohibition safety signs, either circular with a cross through the middle, or a black symbol behind a red circle with a red band through it.

By being able to act safely and follow safety precautions in a building, the risk of harm can be significantly reduced. It is important that you and your staff are knowledgeable of the various safety signs that can be found around the workplace.