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HS&E Operatives practice question: Safety signs and signals (6 of 7)

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On the wall at the end of a corridor is a green rectangular sign showing a running figure and an arrow.

What does it show?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Where the fire extinguishers are
  2. B. The way to an emergency exit
  3. C. That running is not allowed
  4. D. A danger of slipping
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B

  • A. Wrong: Wrong. Fire-fighting equipment is shown on red signs.
  • B. Right: Right. Green safe condition signs show emergency exits, escape routes and first aid.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. A "must not" sign is a red ring with a diagonal bar.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. Warning signs are yellow triangles with a black border.

Explanation

Green signs show safe conditions: emergency exits, escape routes and first aid.

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