List of standard workplace signage, includes Fire Safety, HazChem Labels, Prohibitions, Mandatories, Safety Information and Warnings.
Fire Extringuisher Signage
Band Colour | Type | Suitable for |
---|---|---|
Red | Water | A |
White and Red | Water Mist | A B C E F |
Blue | Dry Powder | (possible A) B C E |
Cream | Foam | A B |
Black | Carbon Dioxide Gas | (possible B) E |
Yellow | Wet Chemical | (possible A) F |
Green | Vapourising Liquid | (specialist use) |
Modern fire extinguishers usually have a red casing. They should also have a coloured band to identify the type of extinguisher. Vapourising liquid relates to extinguishers similar to the old Halon gas. Modern regulations prohibit the use of Halon within normal environments
The fire categories are
A - Combustible material (paper, wood, etc.)
B - Flammable liquid
C - Flammable gas
D - Metal fires
E - Electrical
F - Cooking oil and fat fires
A - Combustible material (paper, wood, etc.)
B - Flammable liquid
C - Flammable gas
D - Metal fires
E - Electrical
F - Cooking oil and fat fires
Fire Safety Signage





Hazardous Chemical Signage








Labels often contain additional information e.g. telephone number for specialist advice, accident safety information or a chemical identification number
Red Circle/Diagonal, Prohibited Safety Signs








Blue Mandatory Safety Signs













Green Safety Information Signs






Yellow Triangle Safety Warning Signs

















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