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All safety messages contain a safety signal word that indicates the level of the hazard. An icon, when present, gives a graphical
description of the hazard. Safety Signal words are:
Safety Signal Words
DANGER
WARNING
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury to the operator or to bystanders.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury to the operator or to bystanders.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in moderate or minor injury to the operator or to bystanders.
Safety Message Conventions
Safety messages are provided to help prevent personal injury and equipment damage.
Safety messages communicate the hazard, hazard avoidance and possible consequences using three different type styles:
• Normal type states the hazard.
Bold type states how to avoid the hazard.
Italic type states the possible consequences of not avoiding the hazard.
An icon, when present, gives a graphical description of the potential hazard.
Safety Message Example
• Risk of unexpected vehicle movement.
Block drive wheels before perofrming a test engine running.
Moving vehicles can cause injury.
WARNING
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