On Your Mark - In Compliance Magazine

An ongoing column covering compliance of graphical signs, colors, formats and symbols used in global safety warning labels and signage.

A New Symbol For Added Safety: Arc Flash
A new symbol is being standardized for arc flash – and it’s an important step forward for safety.
Label Expected Life, Maintenance and Replacement
Considerations for safety labels that are visible throughout the lifecycle of your equipment and products
Symbols in Focus
Symbol choices for your product safety labels can be complex – especially in light of the latest ISO standards update. This month, we look at some of the most pressing questions you may be facing.
Graphically Conveying Complex Safety Messages
As the person responsible for your product’s safety labels, you might run into this problem: you want to convey your message in “symbol-only” form because your intended audience is global and yet your safety message is fairly complex.
Understanding Risk Assessment
This month, we’ll look at risk assessment, a fundamental element not only of labeling, but of the overall safety of your products