Introduction
Definitions
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GA 5752 2806 GB 10
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1.2.3
Definitions
1.2.3.1
Design of safety notes
Pictogram
Descriptor
Text
DANGER!
Indicates a direct and immediate risk to
persons, which may be fatal or result in
most serious injury.
The text for the safety note
describes the type of risk and
how to avert it.
WARNING!
Indicates a potential risk to persons or
property which may result in health hazard
or grave property damage.
CAUTION!
Indicates a potential risk to property which
may result in property damage.
Tab. 1:
Design of safety notes
1.2.3.2
Structure of notes
Notes not referring to personal injury or property damage are structured as follows:
Pictogram
Descriptor
Reference to
NOTE
Supplementary assistance or further
useful information without potential injury
to persons or property damage is
described in the text of the note.
ENVIRONMENT
Information regarding proper disposal.
Tab. 2:
Structure of notes
1.2.4
Symbols used
Symbols are attached to products, type plates and packaging.
Symbols
Identification
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Labelling for products which were developed and are marketed in
compliance with the 93/42/EEC Medial Products Directive. Class Is, Im, IIa,
IIb and III products are also marked with the identifying number for the
notified body.
Labelling in compliance with the ISO 15223-1 standard.
Symbol for "Name and address of the manufacturer as well as date of
manufacture".
