Standardizing Hazard Signage at the Laboratory Research Division of the Research Institute for Tropical Medicine

A Step Towards Improved Safety Compliance

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21141/PJP2024.15

Keywords:

hazard, containment of biohazards, biosecurity, laboratories, communication, laboratory personnel

Abstract

Old signage faced iconography, variable layouts, visual presentations, and contents, as well as degradation issues, undermine the effectiveness of hazard communication in the laboratory. A 2016 project was initiated to standardize all hazard signages at the Laboratory Research Division of the Research Institute for Tropical Medicine (RITM), incorporating standard colors and iconography for better compliance and safety. As part of a broader initiative to enhance biorisk practices within the institute, there are plans for improvement and expansion to non-laboratory areas.

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References

International Organization for Standardization. ISO 3864-2:2016: Graphical symbols — safety colors and safety signs — part 2: design principles for graphical symbols for use in safety signs. ISO; 2016. https://www.iso.org/standard/66836.html.

International Organization for Standardization. ISO 7010:2011: Graphical symbols—safety colors and safety signs—registered safety signs. ISO; 2011. https://www.iso.org/standard/54432.html.

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Published

12/21/2024

How to Cite

Yabut, N. T. (2024). Standardizing Hazard Signage at the Laboratory Research Division of the Research Institute for Tropical Medicine: A Step Towards Improved Safety Compliance. PJP, 9(2). https://doi.org/10.21141/PJP2024.15

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Vol. 9 No. 2 (2024): December Issue (Online)

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Feature Articles

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