Correct Answer - Option 1 : Fire prevention
Explanation:
A colour code is a system for displaying information by using different colours. The United Kingdom adopted a colour code scheme for such communication wherein red signified danger and white signified safety, with other colours having similar assignments of meaning.
- The colour code identifies the type of hazard, which helps the employee identify the level of severity. It is meant to reduce the possibility of injuries.
The colour of safety
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Red: Fire protection equipment, Danger, high risk of injury or death, Emergency stops and alarms
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Orange: Moderate risk of injury, Guarding devices
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Yellow: Caution statements, Minor risk of injury, Materials handling equipment
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Green: Safety equipment or information, First aid equipment or location
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Blue: No immediate hazard
The meanings of various colours on these placards also are standardized:
- Red – combustible materials
- Yellow – oxidizers
- White – poison or toxic
- Orange – explosives
- Green – non-flammable gas
- Red and white stripe – Flammable solid