Overview
ISO 7010:2019/Amd 10:2025 is an important amendment to the ISO 7010 standard, published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). This amendment updates the internationally recognized graphical symbols for safety colours and registered safety signs. These symbols are essential for ensuring safety and clear communication in various environments by providing universally understood signage to indicate hazards, safe practices, and emergency information. The amendment introduces new safety signs and clarifies their intended meanings and applications to enhance workplace and public safety globally.
Key Topics
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Registered Safety Signs: Amendment 10 adds new safety symbols to the ISO 7010 suite. These include:
- E072: Safe anchorage point
- E073: Emergency descent device
- E074: Emergency rations
- E075: Lifeguard
- E076: Evacuation equipment
- M068: Lock moving mechanical parts
- M069: Tools must be tethered
- M072: Use decontamination shower
- P080: No access for unauthorized persons
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Safety Colours: Adheres to standardized use of safety colours that are critical to sign visibility and comprehension, with guidance referencing ISO 3864-4 for colour matching.
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Human Behaviour and Hazard Prevention: Each safety sign is designed to influence human behaviour by improving awareness of hazards and safe actions, such as locating emergency equipment or avoiding restricted areas.
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Supplementary Text Signs: Where test data for comprehension are unavailable or limited, supplementary text signs are recommended to improve understanding, especially if manual instructions or training are not provided.
Applications
ISO 7010:2019/Amd 10:2025 is applicable across multiple sectors requiring standardized safety signage to minimize accidents, enhance emergency response, and protect personnel and the public. Typical applications include:
- Industrial and Manufacturing Sites: To indicate lockout/tagout procedures (M068), tethering tools (M069), and decontamination requirements (M072).
- Construction and High-Risk Work Areas: Highlighting safe anchorage points (E072) and emergency descent devices (E073).
- Emergency Preparedness: Marking locations for emergency rations (E074) and evacuation equipment (E076).
- Public Safety and Recreation Areas: Identifying lifeguards (E075) and restricting access to unauthorized persons (P080).
Using these updated signs helps organizations comply with international safety regulations, reduces liability risks, and promotes a safer working and public environment.
Related Standards
- ISO 3864: Specifies safety colours and design principles for safety signs and markings, supporting the colour accuracy and consistency of ISO 7010 signs.
- ISO 9186: Defines methods for testing the comprehensibility of graphical symbols, relevant for evaluating new sign designs in this amendment.
- ISO/IEC Directives Part 1 and Part 2: Govern the development and editorial rules for ISO standards, ensuring consistency and quality in standard documentation.
Summary
ISO 7010:2019/Amd 10:2025 plays a vital role in advancing global safety protocols by expanding and refining the set of registered safety signs for graphical communication. Its focus on clear symbolism, supported by colour consistency and supplementary instructions, facilitates better hazard recognition and emergency preparedness across industries. Organizations adopting these standardized safety signs benefit from improved compliance, enhanced safety culture, and reduced risk of accidents through universally understandable visual cues.
For the complete set of safety signs and digital resources, visit the ISO Online Browsing Platform at https://www.iso.org/obp/ui.
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