Information signs and equipment

To inform people how to prevent accidents

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 Safety signs
These signs are used to prevent accidents at any place. There are 3 kinds of safety signs:
warning sings, prohibitions signs and mandatory actions signs.

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 Warning signs
These signs are used to warn people about a danger. They are yellow and black in
color and triangular in shape .

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 Prohibition signs
These signs specify actions which are not permitted. The signs are usually red, white
and black in color and round shape.

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 Mandatory signs
These signs order people to do something. They are blue and white in color and
round in shape.

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 Practice
Complete the instructions with the words in the box.

always – do –do not – must – mustn't - never

Never
1.________________ use a lighter match in this workshop.
Always
2. ________________ wash your hands after using these chemicals.
Do not
3. __________________ enter this small space.
must
4. You ______________ wear safety boots when you lift this.
Do
5. _____________ not smoke in this factory.
mustn't touch this machine with bare hands. It’s hot.
6. You _________
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 Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is used in order to provide protection against

safety risks at work.

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 Personal protective equipment
Work gloves
They allow the workers to work safely without contaminating the workplace
or hurting their hands.

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 Personal protective equipment
Protective gown
It is a protective garment to protect from the spread of infection or illness

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 Personal protective equipment

Safety helmet
It is used to protect the head from injury

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 Personal protective equipment

Safety glasses
They are used to protect the eyes when using power tools or equipment

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 Personal protective equipment

Safety mask
It is a device to protect the respiratory system from dangerous substances

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 Personal protective equipment

Rubber boots
They are worn to keep your feet dry

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 Responsibilities at work

The employer is required to:

• Perform hazard assessment

• Provide appropriate personal protective equipment

• Train employees

• Organize ways of working safety

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 Responsibilities at work

The employee is required to:

• Properly wear the personal protective equipment

• Attend PPE training

• Inform supervisor of needs for replacement

• Follow the employer’s instructions on safety

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 Closing
Today we learnt about safety signs, protection devices and
personal protective equipment.

Don’t forget to take

your quiz

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