Understanding IMO Symbols and Safety Signs

What does the color red signify in safety signs?

• Safety or caution

• Danger or prohibition

• Warning or alert

• Health or wellness

Which sign indicates the nearest emergency exit?

• Blue information sign

• Green exit sign with a running figure

• Red stop sign with a hand

• Yellow caution sign with a triangle

What symbol represents the need for safety goggles?

• Safety helmet symbol

• Safety goggles symbol

• Fire extinguisher symbol

• First aid kit symbol

What does the fire extinguisher symbol look like?

• A green triangle with a checkmark inside.

• A yellow diamond with a smoke symbol.

• A blue circle with a water droplet symbol.

• A red rectangle or square with a pictogram of a fire extinguisher and possibly a flame symbol.

Which color is commonly used for warning signs?

• blue

• yellow

• green

• red