SAFETY SIGNBOARDS

Prohibition signs 

Signs prohibiting behaviour likely to increase or cause danger. Eg. no access for unauthorised persons. Prohibition signs will have the icon round in shape with red edging and a black pictogram inside. 

Warning signs 

Signs giving warning of a hazard or danger eg. Danger Electricity. Waring signs are have the icon in a triangular shape, yellow background with black border. There will be a black pictogram inside.

Mandatory signs 

Signs prescribing specific behaviour (eg. eye protection must be worn). Mandatory signs have the icons blue in shape, with a white border and white pictogram inside

Emergency Escape or First Aid Signs 

Signs giving information on emergency exits, first aid or rescue facilities. These signs have the icon rectangular or square and have a green background, white pictogram and white border

SAFETY SIGNS & COLOURS

Remember, it’s not just a case of shoving a sign on the side of your building. You need to make sure your sign is in a position where it can be seen and understood. It needs to be maintained to ensure it’s capable of performing the function it’s intended for. This can involve routine cleaning or replacements.

Where safety signage is used in a workplace it should be sufficiently large and clear enough to be easily seen and understood. All safety signage should be adequately illuminated, durable, securely fastened and properly maintained.

Safety signage is only effective if it’s seen and understood. Too many signs placed together present danger of confusion or can make important information too easy to overlook – ensure your safety signs are distributed in a logical, easy to read manner.

More information can be seen by downloading this detailed PDF from the HSE

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