53 Hazard Icons What are they A Hazard Warning sign is used to inform of a nearby hazard which could pose a risk to health or wellbeing. These include signs warning of electrical threats, flammable materials or wet floors that pose a risk of slipping. Defining characteristics A yellow triangle with a black border and a suitable symbol placed centrally on the triangle. The symbol should be in black, and any supplementary text should be in black on a yellow background. There should be a white border around the triangle. When to use them A Hazard safety sign should be used to warn of a hazard to health or wellbeing if that hazard cannot be controlled by any other means. The sign should be placed in a visible location on or near the hazard, or in a position of entry to an area to which the hazard is located. Hazard Warning CONTACT US TO SEE HOW WE CAN CREATE BESPOKE SAFETY SIGNS TO SUIT YOUR NEEDS. As of January 2013 BS EN ISO 7010 came into effect and many safety sign symbols were updated. Are yours up to date? Things to consider Provision must be made to minimise any risk within the workplace, and the use of a safety sign should not be used as the sole factor in reducing this risk. For example, if there is a risk of falling then physical modifications should be put in place to prevent this occurring in addition the use of a safety sign to warn of this hazard.
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