21/11/2024

HSSE WORLD

Health, Safety, Security and Environment

Danger Signs

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ANSI Z535.5 Definition:

Danger: Indicate[s] a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. The signal word “DANGER” is to be limited to the most extreme situations. DANGER [signs] should not be used for property damage hazards unless personal injury risk appropriate to these levels is also involved.

 OSHA 1910.145 definition

Danger: “shall be used in major hazard situations where an immediate hazard presents a threat of death or serious injury to employees. Danger tags shall be used only in these situations.”

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