Good WSH Practices Pictograms: Guide To

Guide to
GOOD WSH PRACTICES PICTOGRAMS
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Table of Contents
Introduction 2
Purpose of Pictograms 2
Dimensions of Materials 3
Colours 4
Installation Information 5
Annex 6
Introduction Dimensions of Materials
The aim of this publication is to standardise pictograms for good workplace safety These pictograms are recommended to be reproduced in two formats stickers
and health (WSH) practices. WSH Council, together with relevant industry partners, and rigid weatherproof boards. The recommended dimensions for each format are
had produced a series of good WSH practices pictograms. These pictograms, summarised below.
containing WSH-related messages, serve as reminders for workers before they
start work. Good and bad practices are shown as pictograms so that workers can
understand the intended messages better. These messages also show immediate
actions that workers can take to carry out work safely.
Pictograms type Size Dimensions (length x breath)
The pictograms should be used together with this set of guidelines to minimise
different interpretations. The intended message of each pictogram can be found
in the Annex. The guidelines also provide tips on how and where these pictograms Small 140mm x 70mm
should be installed to maximise their effectiveness. Stickers
Big 280mm x 140mm
Although these pictograms are essential for communicating good work practices,
they are not meant to replace any accident prevention measures (e.g., conducting Small 300mm x 150mm
risk assessment) and training. It should also be noted that these pictograms do not Rigid
replace any standardised form of safety-related graphical symbols or signs. You can Weatherproof Medium 600mm x 300mm
download the pictograms at www.wshc/gallery Boards
Large 900mm x 450mm
Purpose of Pictograms
Pictograms are chosen as the mode of communication for WSH-related practices
because they:
• convey messages easily across language and cultural barriers;
• present information in a manner that can be easily and quickly understood; and
• attract attention easily.
These pictograms raise workers’ awareness towards hazardous situations and give
them immediate advice on what they can do to prevent incidents.
It is critical that all personnel at the workplace are educated on the relevant WSH
pictograms and their intended messages.
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Colours Installation Information
The colours used in the pictograms are Pantone 012C, Pantone Process Black C, The location and manner in which pictograms are installed are important to maximise
Pantone 1788 C and Pantone 7482 C. These bright colours are chosen so that workers’ their effectiveness.
attention can be immediately drawn to the pictograms.
The following steps are recommended when installing pictograms.
Step 1: Identify suitable locations.
When identifying suitable locations to install pictograms, there are several factors to
consider:
1. Choose suitable locations for pictograms’ intended message;

2. Proposed locations should be highly visible and must not be too cluttered with
other signages; and
3. Ensure that proposed locations do not block any means of access and egress,
obstruct important information or interfere with visibility.
Pantone 012 C Pantone Process Black C
After taking these factors into consideration, it is important to consult staff from all
levels to ensure that the locations are suitable.
Step 2: Install pictograms.
Ensure that pictograms are installed in a secured manner. Some examples of

installation methods include screw mounting, adhesive tape, cable ties, and so on.
Pantone 1788 C Pantone 7482 C
Step 3: Replace when damaged.
A periodic inspection of pictograms should be conducted to ensure that all

pictograms are in good condition. Other than inspection, all employees should be
encouraged to report any damaged pictograms to relevant departments. Replace
damaged pictograms when necessary.
Annex
Pictograms Description Pictograms Description
Do not stand under suspended load at all times. Always wear a face shield when carrying out welding works.
Always wear a face shield

Do not stand under
when carrying out welding
suspended load at all times.
works.
Visit www.wshc.sg/gallery for more information. Visit www.wshc.sg/gallery for more information.
Do not use hand phone while driving. Always maintain 3 points of contact when using a ladder.
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Do not use hand phone while Always maintain 3 points of

driving. contact when using a ladder.
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Keep the seat belt on while driving. Wear safety harness when working at heights.
Keep the seat belt on while Wear safety harness when

driving. working at heights.
Visit www.wshc.sg/gallery for more information.

Do not work under bad weather conditions. Drink more water.
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Do not work under bad

Drink more water.
weather conditions.
Pictograms Description Pictograms
Ensure that safety guards are in place before starting work. Description
Always conduct a gas check before entering a confined space. Use push plate to push the workpiece through the saw.
Ensure that safety guards are

Always conduct a gas check
in place before starting work.
before entering a confined
Use push plate to push the
space.
workpiece through the saw.
Use Personal Protective Equipment(PPE).
Use Personal Protective

Equipment (PPE).
Report unsafe work condition to your supervisor.
Report unsafe work

condition to your supervisor.

Ensure that safety guards are in place before starting work.
Use push block to push the workpiece through the saw.
Ensure that safety guards are

in place before starting work.
Use push block to push the
workpiece through the saw.
Published in June 2015 by the Workplace
Safety and Health Council in collaboration
with the Ministry of Manpower.
All rights reserved. This publication may

not be reproduced or transmitted in any
form or by any means, in whole or in part,
without prior written permission of the
Workplace Safety and Health Council. The
information provided in this publication is
accurate as at time of printing. The Workplace
Safety and Health Council does not accept
any liability or responsibility to any party
for any losses or damage arising from the
use of this publication.

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GOOD WSH PRACTICES PICTOGRAMS

Step 1: Identify suitable locations.

1. Choose suitable locations for pictograms’ intended message;

Step 2: Install pictograms.

Ensure that pictograms are installed in a secured manner. Some examples of

A periodic inspection of pictograms should be conducted to ensure that all

Always wear a face shield

Do not use hand phone while Always maintain 3 points of

Keep the seat belt on while Wear safety harness when

Visit www.wshc.sg/gallery for more information.

Do not work under bad

Ensure that safety guards are

Use Personal Protective Equipment(PPE).

Use Personal Protective

Visit www.wshc.sg/gallery for more information.

Report unsafe work condition to your supervisor.

Report unsafe work

Visit www.wshc.sg/gallery for more information.

Ensure that safety guards are

Visit www.wshc.sg/gallery for more information.

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