Health and Safety Quiz

A safety sign is defined as information or instruction about healthy and safety at work on a signboard.

• True

• False

The colour (a)   is used as a warning sign.

The colour (a)   is used for fire-fighting equipment.

Why are colours and symbols used?

Answer explanation

Colours and symbols are used to provide information and warnings of hazards which are essential to safety at work.

Which colour is used for mandatory signs?

• Blue

• Green

• Yellow

• Red

(a)   signs convey action that must be taken.

(a)   signs are used to warn employees (workers) about the possible dangers in the workplace.

The name of this sign is:

• No access for pedestrians

• No access for unauthorised persons.

• Safety overalls must be worn.

• General Danger

The name of this sign is:

• Flammable Material

• Toxic Material

• Safety overalls must be worn

• Danger of Electrocucion

The name of this sign is:

• General Danger

• Industrial Vehicles

• Overhead load

• Flammable Materials