ISO 7010 Safety Symbols and Signs

A set of vocabulary flashcards covering the ISO 7010 safety symbols, including mandatory, prohibition, warning, rescue, and fire safety signs and their meanings.

Reference No M001 (General mandatory action sign)

Indicates one or more mandatory actions in an area that require attention; it cannot be used on its own and requires a supplementary sign to give further information.

Reference No M002 (Refer to instruction manual/booklet)

Indicates that reading the instruction manual/booklet is required before moving machines or tools, or working with electric systems.

Reference No M005 (Connect an earth terminal to the ground)

Indicates that electrical systems or devices must be grounded before usage to avoid health hazards caused by electric voltage.

Reference No M007 (Opaque eye protection must be worn)

Indicates that nearly opaque eye protection must be worn to ensure proper protection from visible or invisible rays and prevent long-term vision damage.

Reference No M012 (Use handrail)

Advises holding the handrail when using stairs, escalators, or moving sideways to prevent falling, slipping, or tripping.

Reference No M018 (Wear a safety harness)

Indicates putting on a safety harness and matching belay system before starting work at height where there is a potential fall hazard.

Reference No M021 (Disconnect before carrying out maintenance or repair)

Indicates disconnecting all live parts of electrical equipment, such as connectors and fuses, before performing maintenance or repairs.

Reference No M027 (Check guard)

Indicates carefully checking the guard when installing it on machines and equipment with rotating parts.

Reference No M032 (Wear anti-static footwear)

Indicates wearing anti-static shoes to avoid workplace accidents related to electrostatic conduction and electric shocks.

Reference No P003 (No open flame; fire; open ignition source and smoking prohibited)

Prohibits fire, open ignition sources (lighters, matches, welding/soldering flames, grinding sparks), and smoking due to an increased risk of fire.

Reference No P007 (No access for people with active implanted cardiac devices)

Prohibits entry for individuals with pacemakers or implanted defibrillators as they can be affected by electromagnetic fields or fixed magnets.

Reference No P008 (No metallic articles or watches)

Prohibits entering workrooms with metal items such as watches and keys due to magnetic fields used in the room.

Reference No P010 (Do not touch)

Prohibits touching hazardous areas and/or equipment that are hot, electrically charged, or sensitive.

Reference No P012 (No heavy load)

Prohibits setting down heavy loads in areas where they can cause damage to certain surfaces or machines.

Reference No P014 (No access for people with metallic implants)

Prohibits entry for people with metallic implants because invisible rays are used that can heat up metallic implants.

Reference No P015 (No reaching in)

Prohibits reaching into containers in order to maintain product purity, quality, and machine efficiency.

Reference No P019 (No stepping on surface)

Indicates that safety cannot be guaranteed because surfaces or railings are unstable, dangerous, or not secured.

Reference No P020 (Do not use lift in the event of fire)

Prohibits using the lift in case of fire or fire alarm due to fire hazard, toxic smoke, or power failure leading to getting stuck in the shaft.

Reference No P024 (Do not walk or stand here)

Prohibits entering an unstable or movable area (such as roofs or glass domes) where body weight could cause collapse.

Reference No P027 (Do not use this lift for people)

Indicates an elevator is not suitable for transporting people and disregarding it could overload the lift and cause it to fall.

Reference No P031 (Do not alter the state of the switch)

Prohibits operating a switch without instruction when a machine/device is currently in use, as changing its energy state carries a high risk of injury.

Reference No P035 (Do not wear metal-studded footwear)

Warns against wearing shoes with metal soles to avoid electric shock from defective devices or increased voltage.

Reference No W002 (Warning; Explosive material)

Warns that explosive substances such as detonators, explosives, or pyrotechnic products are in the vicinity.

Reference No W006 (Warning; Magnetic field)

Warns of a magnetic field that can affect pacemakers/implanted defibrillators and demagnetize credit cards.

Reference No W007 (Warning; Floor-level obstacle)

Warns of floor-level stumbling hazards such as steps, stairs, edges, uneven surfaces, or cables on the floor.

Reference No W008 (Warning; Drop (fall))

Warns of potential fall edges at heights of one meter or more and places where liquids are dumped.

Reference No W009 (Warning; Slippery surface)

Warns of an area with an increased risk of slipping due to ice, snow, wetness, or a soapy surface.

Reference No W011 (Warning; Biological hazard)

Warns of pathogenic and toxic substances (blood, bacteria, viruses, poisons) presenting an acute danger of infection.

Reference No W015 (Warning; Overhead load)

Warns of suspended loads carried by cranes, excavators, and other heavy machinery.

Reference No W016 (Warning; Toxic material)

Warns of toxic materials and substances that are life-threatening if inhaled, touched, or swallowed without proper protective clothing.

Reference No W017 (Warning; Hot surface)

Warns of high-temperature surfaces that present an acute risk of burns even upon brief contact.

Reference No W021 (Warning; Flammable material)

Warns of flammable liquids (gasoline, varnish) and gases that present an acute burning and fire risk.

Reference No W023 (Warning; Corrosive substances)

Warns of corrosive substances such as hydrochloric acid, sulfuric acid, potassium hydroxide, or sodium hydroxide.

Reference No W025 (Warning; Counter-rotating rollers)

Warns of rotating machine parts that cannot be guarded at all times and pose a risk of drawing in objects or people.

Reference No W026 (Warning; Battery charging)

Warns of charging batteries producing toxic fumes, highly flammable gases, and risk of acid injury.

Reference No W028 (Warning; Oxidizing substance)

Warns of an increased fire hazard due to work with potassium chlorate, peroxides, or fluorine.

Reference No W036 (Warning; Fragile roof)

Warns of an acute risk of roof collapse where heavy loads should not be moved and people should not walk.

Reference No W038 (Warning; Asphyxiating atmosphere)

Warns of an increased risk of suffocation from lack of oxygen, hazardous substances, or toxic gases/vapours in the event of a fire or alarm.

Reference No W041 (Warning; Sudden loud noise)

Warns that a sudden and abrupt loud noise may occur from machines, tools, or electrical equipment.

Reference No E001 (Emergency exit (left hand))

Indicates that the nearest exit and escape route in dangerous situations is on the left hand side.

Reference No E002 (Emergency exit (right hand))

Indicates that the nearest exit and escape route in dangerous situations is on the right hand side.

Reference No E003 (First aid)

Indicates the location of emergency first aid facilities and equipment, such as a first aid room or first aid kit.

Reference No E007 (Evacuation assembly point)

Indicates a designated assembly point or area to wait for further instructions during an emergency or building evacuation.

Reference No E010 (Automated external heart defibrillator)

Indicates the location of an automated external defibrillator for use during cardiac emergencies.

Reference No F001 (Fire extinguisher)

Indicates the location of a portable fire extinguisher used to extinguish the source of a fire.

Reference No F002 (Fire hose reel)

Indicates the location of a wall hydrant or fire hose reel.

Reference No F003 (Fire ladder)

Indicates an escape route via a fire escape or fire ladder in case of fire.

Reference No F004 (Collection of firefighting equipment)

Indicates additional firefighting resources such as extinguishing sand or foam agents.

Reference No F005 (Fire alarm call point)

Indicates the location of a fire detector or call point that triggers the alarm system when pressed.

Reference No F016 (Fire blanket)

Indicates the location of a fire blanket used to fight initial fires.