Safety Signs & Their Meanings
The instructions in the table below apply to all signs incorporating a safety colour.
Colour | Meaning or purpose | Instructions and information |
---|---|---|
Red | Prohibition Sign Danger Alarm Fire Fighting Equipment | Dangerous behaviour Stop Shutdown Emergency cut out devices Evacuate Identification and location |
Yellow or Amber | Warning Sign | Be careful take precautions Examine |
Blue | Mandatory Sign | Specific behaviour or action Wear personal protective equipment |
Green | Emergency Escape First Aid Sign No danger | Doors Exits Routes Equipment Facilities Return to normal |