Use Of WHS Signs And Symbols
Reason for signs and symbols
Signs and symbols are used in a workplace to convey information to workers and visitors to the site. Being able to move or navigate around the workplace independently and safely to perform tasks or access meal and bathroom facilities can be critical to an individual’s success and productivity at work.There are a range of signs in the workplace that allow a person to move around safely and with confidence.
1. Prohibition signs – these are signs that indicate something that you must not do: They are made up of a red circle border with a line through it, a white background and black symbol
2. Mandatory signs – these signs tell you that you must wear some special safety equipment: They are made up of a blue solid circle, white symbol, with no border.
3. Restriction signs – these signs tell of a limitation placed on an activity or use in the area concerned. They are made up of a red circular border, no crossbar, and a white background.
4. Hazard warning signs – these signs warn you of a danger or risk to your health: They are made up of a yellow triangle with a black border, and a black symbol.
5. Danger hazard signs – these signs warn of a particular hazard or hazardous condition that is to be life-threatening: They are made up of a white rectangular background, with the word DANGER in white on a red background, and black border and black text.
6. Emergency information signs – these signs show where emergency safety equipment is kept: They are made up of a green solid rectangle, with a white symbol or text.
7. Fire signs – these signs tell you the location of fire alarms and firefighting facilities: They are made up of a red solid rectangle, with white text.