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What are catering signs? - The Sign Shed
What are catering signs?
Catering signs are visual cues designed to promote safe food handling practices and maintain a hygienic environment in catering establishments. These signs play a crucial role in preventing foodborne illnesses... Read more...
What are caution signs? - The Sign Shed
What are caution signs?
Caution signs are visual communication tools designed to warn people of potential hazards or risks. They are used to help people identify and avoid potential dangers. Caution signs are typically... Read more...
What are the most common accidents on a farm and how do you prevent them? - The Sign Shed
What are the most common accidents on a farm and how do you prevent them?
Accidents involving moving vehicles and machinery. This includes tractors, ATVs, harvesters, and other farm equipment. These kinds of accidents can result in serious injuries or death, such as rollovers, crushings, and... Read more...
What fire alarm signs do I need for my building? - The Sign Shed
What fire alarm signs do I need for my building?
The specific fire alarm signs you need for your building in the UK will depend on the type of building you have and the level of fire risk. However, there... Read more...
Do I need Fire Action Signs in my building? - The Sign Shed
Do I need Fire Action Signs in my building?
The specific requirements for fire action signage will vary depending on the type of building and its occupancy. Read more...
What responsibility do employers have to provide disabled access to buildings? - The Sign Shed
What responsibility do employers have to provide disabled access to buildings?
The duty to make reasonable adjustments applies to all employers, regardless of their size or industry. It also applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, selection, training, promotion, and... Read more...
Do you need to warn people that you have installed CCTV? - The Sign Shed
Do you need to warn people that you have installed CCTV?
Yes, you need to warn people that you have put up CCTV in the UK. The UK's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) requires that you inform people when they are... Read more...
What is a hazardous substance? - The Sign Shed
What is a hazardous substance?
Hazardous substances can cause a variety of health problems, including: Skin irritation and burns Respiratory problems, such as asthma and bronchitis Cancer Read more...
Who designed the icons for safety signs in the UK? - The Sign Shed
Who designed the icons for safety signs in the UK?
The icons for the UK HSE safety signs were designed by a team of designers at the HSE (Health and Safety Executive) in the 1970s. The team was led by... Read more...
What causes the most UK construction site fatalities? - The Sign Shed
What causes the most UK construction site fatalities?
Struck by moving object: This is the second most common cause of construction site fatalities in the UK, accounting for around 23% of all deaths. Workers can be struck by moving... Read more...
How do you enforce a no entry zone? - The Sign Shed
How do you enforce a no entry zone?
There are a number of ways to enforce a no entry zone. The most common method is to use physical barriers, such as fences, gates, or bollards. These barriers can... Read more...
Can I remove a vehicle that is parked on my land in the UK? - The Sign Shed
Can I remove a vehicle that is parked on my land in the UK?
Yes, you can remove a vehicle that is parked on your land in the UK without the consent of the owner. This is known as the right to self-help. However,... Read more...