We differentiate between various categories of safety instructions. The table shown below
provides an overview of the assignment of symbols (pictograms) and signal words to the
specific danger and the possible consequences.
Pictogram
Wear a helmet with a face guard.
Wear protective gloves.
Wear safety shoes
Proper recycling
Protect the environment
Read and follow the operating instructions.
1. Hazard classifications
Damage /
Keyword
injury to
DANGER!
WARNING!
CAUTION!
ATTENTION!
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NOTE
Definition
Immediate danger
Potentially
dangerous
situation
Less dangerous
situation
Risk of damage
to property/
environment
Handling tips and
other important/
useful information
and advice
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Consequences
Death or severe
injury
Potential death or
serious injury
Minor or slight
injury
Damage to the
equipment,
damage to the
environment,
damage to
surroundings
No injury/damage
to persons/
environment/
device