The choice of colour also draws attention to the probability of a hazard causing harm. For example, the colour red is used to indicate a definite hazard.
A potential hazard is communicated by the colour yellow.
When employees are aware of the hazards around them and take the necessary precautions, the possibility of an injury, illness or other loss is minimized.
However while safety signs and colours are valuable in warning of hazards, they are not substitutes for eliminating or reducing those hazards, whenever possible.
This guideline will help your workplace to effectively use safety signs and colours for the protection of employees and visitors alike.