A Guide to Mandatory Signage Health and safety signs are essential for a range of
premises. This includes mandatory signage that prescribes specific actions or
behaviours.
In this month’s blog at H&L Graphics we look at what mandatory signage is and why it is essential
to have it on your premises. Call us in Sheppey on 01795
664 608 for more
information.
About Health & Safety Signs There is a range
of safety signs that individuals who are in charge of worksites and
premises must ensure are installed to comply with The Health and Safety
Regulations 1996. These graphics provide instructions or information about
health and safety in the workplace and are always one of the following colours:
Red Yellow/Amber Blue Green Mandatory signs are blue and prescribe a specific
behaviour. This can include wearing eye protection, a hard hat and more.
Prohibition signs are red and inform individuals of the
activities prohibited in a specific area. Red is also used to show emergency
cut-out devices, fire alarm switches and more.
A yellow or amber sign indicates that people should
take precautions in that area. These warnings depict a hazard or danger, such
as electricity. Additionally, emergency escapes and first-aid equipment and
facilities are indicated using green signage.
What is Mandatory Signage? There are various mandatory signs that prescribe a
range of requirements, including items that must be worn, such as:
Eye Protection Safety Helmet Ear Protection Respiratory
Equipment Safety Gloves Additionally, they might indicate a route pedestrians
must use. The signs are blue, round in shape and show a white pictogram.
All safety graphics must be maintained to ensure they
are easily read when required. Maintenance can include cleaning and regular
checks to make sure illuminated material is visible in the dark.
Find Out More Contact our team at H&L Graphics
today for more information about mandatory signage and our services in Sheppey.
Call us on 01795 664 608 to consult a specialist and book an appointment.
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