Warning signs
Yellow triangles with a black border and pictogram: a hazard is present, take care.
Battery chargingWarning signsBattery chargingBatteries are being charged in this area, and charging them is a source of danger. Take care near the batteries and the charging equipment, and follow the safety rules set for the area.On ISO 7010
Biological hazardWarning signsBiological hazardBiological agents that can cause infection or illness, such as harmful micro-organisms, are present here. Enter or handle material only if you are authorised and use the protective measures required.On ISO 7010
Drop (fall hazard)Warning signsDrop (fall hazard)There is a drop here and you could fall from height or over an edge. Take care where you step, keep away from the edge and use any guarding or fall protection provided.On ISO 7010
ElectricityWarning signsElectricityThere is a risk of electric shock here, for example from live parts behind a cover or inside a cabinet. Do not open, touch or work on the equipment unless you are qualified and it has been made safe.On ISO 7010
Explosive materialWarning signsExplosive materialExplosive material is present or stored here and can explode. Keep heat, flames and sparks away and follow the rules for the area.On ISO 7010
Forklift trucks and other industrial vehiclesWarning signsForklift trucks and other industrial vehiclesForklift trucks or other industrial vehicles operate in this area. Stay alert, keep to pedestrian routes and make sure drivers can see you.On ISO 7010
General warning signWarning signsGeneral warning signThis yellow warning sign means there is a hazard here and you should be careful and take precautions. It is a general sign, so it is usually accompanied by a text panel or another sign that names the danger.On ISO 7010
Laser beamWarning signsLaser beamA laser beam is in use here and can injure your eyes or skin. Never look into the beam and keep out of its path unless you are authorised and protected.On ISO 7010
Overhead loadWarning signsOverhead loadLoads are lifted or suspended overhead here, for example by a crane or hoist, and could fall. Never stand or walk under a suspended load.On ISO 7010
Radioactive material or ionising radiationWarning signsRadioactive material or ionising radiationRadioactive material or ionising radiation is present here. Do not enter or handle anything unless you are authorised, and follow the protection rules for the area.On ISO 7010
Slippery surfaceWarning signsSlippery surfaceThe floor or surface here is slippery, for example because it is wet or has just been cleaned, and you could slip and fall. Walk carefully or use another route; portable versions of the sign are used while the hazard lasts.On ISO 7010