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SIGNAGE STANDARDS SAFETY SIGN STANDARDS SAFETY SIGN MATERIALS In Australia, there are several standards that cover the design and Poly Polypropylene correct use of safety signs to warn of potential safety hazards, FuUTE Tightweight Comugated Pasi provide emergency information and to regulate and instruct a a individuals in the correct behaviour within specific work environments. SAV Self Adhesive Vinyl LUM (MTL) Luminous Metal » AS 1319:1994 - Safety signs for the occupational environment LUM (SAV) Luminous Saf Adhesive Vind » AS 1742:2003 - Manual of uniform traffic control devices RFC fechas lligidie » AS 2293:2005 - Emergency escape lighting and exit signs for buildings REF C1 (F) Reflective Class 1 Flute REF C2 (A) Reflective Class 2 Aluminium Safety signs are broken down into the different classifications, REF C2 (M) Palloctive Class 2 Metal based on their function and use. Refer to appropriate Australian 5 ukina Standards and state regulations for more information. REGULATORY SAFETY SIGNS Dees asic Mandatory Signs Prohibition Signs Limitation or Indicate that an instruction must be carried out and includes a symbolic shape (white image on a blue disc) and black text. AUTHORISED PERSONNEL ‘ONLY HEAD PROTECTION] MUST BE WORN INTHIS AREA See tus macau Indicate that an action or activity is not permitted and includes a symbolic shape (black image enclosed in a round red circle with a red crossed line) and black text. Restriction Signs Place a numerical or other defined limit on an activity or use of a facility and includes a symbolic shape (black number or other limit enclosed in a round red circle) and black text. Danger Signs Warning of a hazard or hazardous condition that is likely to be life threatening and includes a symbolic shape (incorporates the word DANGER in white lettering on a red oval shape) and black text. Warning Signs Warning of a hazard or hazardous condition that is not likely to be life threatening and includes a symbolic shape (black image enclosed in a black triangle) and black text. Dangerous Goods Sign Internationally recognised to identify whether substances are flammable liquids, toxic substances, corrosive substances or other classes of dangerous goods that require special care in handling and storage. Emergency Signs Indicate the location of, or the directions to, emergency related facilities such as exits, safety equipment or first aid facilities and may include a symbolic shape (white image against a green background) and white text. ai una Fire Signs Advise the location of fire alarms and fire fighting equipment and may include a symbolic shape (white image against a red background) and white text. PARKING ON SITE ISAT YOUR OWN RISK Notice Signs Notice sign communicate instructions, identity restricted access or remind employees of health and safety policies within your facility or site. VIEWING DISTANCE GUIDE When choosing the size of the sign required for a specific work environment you must take into consideration the available lighting in the area the sign will be located and the viewing distance between the observer and the sign location. AS 1319:1994 states the recommended minimum size for a symbolic sign is 15mm per metre of viewing distance. Refer to viewing distance guide designed to help you choose the correct size of a sign for a specific work environment. Signs in poor lighting conditions are not easily seen. To improve visibility, it is strongly recommended increasing the size of the sign by 50%. Up to 12m ean pRorecion| ‘MUST BE WORN INTHIS AREA Up to 18m VIEWING DISTANCE (metres) PROSAFE.COM.AU 103
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