ISO 24409-2:2014

Ships and marine technology — Design, location and use of shipboard safety signs, safety-related signs, safety notices and safety markings — Part 2: Catalogue

ISO 24409-2:­2014 prescribes standardized signs and safety notices specifically for use on board ships. Each sign is categorized and indexed according to the safety message that is to be conveyed. Each sign is provided with relevant information on the preferred format of use, the context in which it is used and displayed as well as a description of the intended audience. The shape and colour required to be used for each sign, as prescribed by ISO 3864-4, are given together with the graphical symbols contained within each sign. ISO 24409-2:2014 specifies the sign originals that may be scaled for reproduction and application purposes. It includes signs which require supplementary text signs to be used in conjunction with them to improve comprehension. This catalogue is intended to be under continual revision as new shipboard signs and notices are added and as new requirements are identified and corresponding safety signs and notices are developed and standardised. Where an ISO 7010 reference number is given in ISO 24409-2:2014 it means that the sign is identical to the one in ISO 7010.

Navires et technologie maritime — Conception, emplacement et utilisation des signaux de sécurité, signaux relatifs à la sécurité, notes de sécurité et marquages de sécurité à bord des navires — Partie 2: Catalogue

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 15-Jan-2014
• ICS: 47.020.01 - General standards related to shipbuilding and marine structures
• Technical Committee: ISO/TC 8/SC 1 - Maritime safety
• Drafting Committee: ISO/TC 8/SC 1/WG 3 - Fire protection
• Current Stage: 9092 - International Standard to be revised
• Completion Date: 01-Jul-2023

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INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 24409-2
First edition
2014-01-15

Ships and marine technology — Design,
location and use of shipboard safety
signs, safety-related signs, safety notices
and safety markings —
Part 2:
Catalogue
Navires et technologie maritime — Conception, emplacement et
utilisation des signaux de sécurité, signaux relatifs à la sécurité, notes
de sécurité et marquages de sécurité à bord des navires —
Partie 2: Catalogue




Reference number
ISO 24409-2:2014(E)
©
ISO 2014

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ISO 24409-2:2014(E)
Contents Page
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 2
4 Categorization of shipboard signs . 2
5 Standardized shipboard safety sign and fire control plan signs . 14
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ISO 24409-2:2014(E)
Foreword
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The committee responsible for this document is ISO/TC 8, Ships and marine technology,
Subcommittee SC 1, Lifesaving and fire protection.
ISO 24409 consists of the following parts, under the general title Ships and marine technology —
Design, location and use of shipboard safety signs, safety-related signs, safety notices and safety
markings:
— Part 1: Design principles
— Part 2: Catalogue
— Part 3: Code of practice
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ISO 24409-2:2014(E)
Introduction
The growth of international travel by ship has created a need to provide people travelling and
working on-board ships with signs and associated systems that communicate consistent and
effective safety information. This part of ISO 24409 specifies a system of safety and safety-related
signs on ships and other marine installations that is generally consistent with standardized signs
with which many will have gained familiarity in other applications.
As such, this part of ISO 24409 clarifies and supplements existing requirements set out in SOLAS
regulations II-2/13.3.2.5.1, III/9.2.3, III/11.5, III/20.10, and ISO 17631. However, it is directly
applicable to shipboard safety and safety-related signs only, and does not deal with graphical
symbols to be used on shipboard plans or documentation.
This part of ISO 24409 contains a catalogue of signs developed in accordance with the general
design principles specified in Part 1, for application on ships in accordance with the code of practice
in Part 3.
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Ships and marine technology — Design, location and use of
shipboard safety signs, safety-related signs, safety notices and
safety markings — Part 2: Catalogue
IMPORTANT — The colours represented in the electronic file of this part of ISO 24409 can be
neither viewed on screen nor printed as true representations. Although the copies of this
part of ISO 24409 printed by ISO have been produced to correspond (with an acceptable
tolerance as judged by the naked eye) to the requirements of ISO 3864-4, it is not intended
that these printed copies be used for colour matching. Instead consult ISO 3864-4 which
provides colorimetric and photometric properties together with, as a guideline, references
from colour order systems.
For a definitive version of all ISO symbols for use in application of this part of ISO 24409,
please consult the ISO Online Browsing Platform (http://www.iso.org/obp/ui/).
1 Scope
This part of ISO 24409 prescribes standardized signs and safety notices specifically for use on
board ships. Each sign is categorized and indexed according to the safety message that is to be
conveyed. Each sign is provided with relevant information on the preferred format of use, the
context in which it is used and displayed as well as a description of the intended audience. The
shape and colour required to be used for each sign, as prescribed by ISO 3864-4, are given
together with the graphical symbols contained within each sign. This part of ISO 24409 specifies the
sign originals that may be scaled for reproduction and application purposes. It includes signs which
require supplementary text signs to be used in conjunction with them to improve comprehension.
This catalogue is intended to be under continual revision as new shipboard signs and notices are
added and as new requirements are identified and corresponding safety signs and notices are
developed and standardised. Where an ISO 7010 reference number is given in this part of ISO
24409 it means that the sign is identical to the one in ISO 7010.
2 Normative references
The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are
indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated
references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 3864 (all parts), Graphical symbols — Safety colours and safety signs
ISO 7010, Graphical symbols — Safety colours and safety signs — Registered safety signs
ISO 17631, Ships and marine technology — Shipboard plans for fire protection, life-saving
appliances and means of escape
ISO 17724, Graphical symbols — Vocabulary
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ISO 24409-2:2014(E)
ISO 24409-1, Ships and marine technology — Design, location, and use of shipboard safety
signs — Part 1: Design principles
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in ISO 17724, ISO 24409-1, and
the following apply.
3.1
fire control plan signs
signs used to identify and locate equipment shown on the fire control plan
Note 1 to entry: These signs are related to the symbols in ISO 17631; see 4.1 h) below.
3.2
image content
written description of the elements of a graphical symbol or safety sign and their relative disposition
3.3
referent
idea or object that a graphical symbol is intended to represent
3.4
safety sign original
safety sign with which a referent, a graphical representation and a description of the application are
associated
4 Categorization of shipboard signs
4.1 Shipboard signs are categorized according to their function as follows.
a) MES is the category for means of escape signs which provide escape route identification.
b) EES is the category for emergency equipment signs which provide use and location of first aid
facilities and portable safety equipment.
c) LSS is the category for life saving systems and appliances signs which provide use and location
of life saving systems and appliances.
d) FES is the category for fire-fighting equipment signs which provide use and location of fire-
fighting equipment.
e) PSS is the category for prohibition signs which provide prohibited actions.
f) WSS is the category for hazard warning signs which provide identification of hazards to avoid.
g) MSS is the category for mandatory action signs which provide mandatory notices and
instructions.
NOTE The PSS, WSS and MSS categories are the same, respectively, as the P, W and M categories of ISO 7010.
h) SIS is the category for safety and operating instructions for trained personnel. Most of these
signs are taken from IMO Resolution A.952(23) for fire control symbols and ISO 17631.
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However, the following list shows symbols from A.952(23) that have been replaced by the use
of safety signs meeting ISO 3864-1 and are part of the FES category:
1) FES012 remote release station replaces 2.13.
2) FES009 Fixed fire extinguishing installation replaces 2.20.
3) FES005 Fixed fire extinguishing battery replaces 2.21.
4) FES010 Fixed fire extinguishing bottle replaces 2.22.
5) FES013 Fire monitor replaces 2.26.
6) FES002 Fire hose reel replaces 2.27.
7) FES001 Fire extinguisher replaces 2.28.
8) FES006 Wheeled fire extinguisher replaces 2.29.
9) FES007 Portable foam replaces 2.30.
10) FES003 Collection of fire fighting equipment replaces 2.31.
11) FES008 Water fog applicator replaces 2.33.
12) FES011 Push button for general alarm replaces 2.39.
13) FES004 Fire alarm call point replaces 2.40.
i) SMS is the category for mimic signs. Refer to SOLAS regulation II-2/13.7.2.2, and the cabin
instructions referred to in SOLAS regulation III/8.4 and IMO Resolution A.752(18).
4.2 Table 1 summarizes the standardized safety signs, with the exception of SIS and mimic signs,
used in workplaces and public areas in terms of functional category, referent number, referent,
graphical symbol as well as geometric shape and colour in accordance with the design principles in
ISO 24409-1.
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Table 1 — Summary of safety signs for shipboard use
CATEGORY
MES EES LSS FES PSS WSS MSS
Means of Emergency Lifesaving Fire-fighting Prohibition Warning Signs Mandatory
Escape Signs Equipment Signs Equipment Signs Signs
Signs Signs


WSS001
MES001 EES001 LSS001 MSS001
PSS001
FES001

(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
W001)
E032) E003) E036) P001) M001)
F001)
General
Assembly First Aid Lifeboat General General
Fire
warning
station prohibition Mandatory
extinguisher
action


WSS002
MSS002
MES002 EES002 LSS002 FES002 PSS002
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010-
W002)
M002)
E001) E004) E037) F002) P002)
Warning;
Refer to
Emergency Emergency Rescue boat Fire hose reel No smoking
Explosive
instruction
exit (left hand) telephone
material
manual or
booklet
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CATEGORY
MES EES LSS FES PSS WSS MSS



WSS003
MES003 EES003 LSS003 FES003 PSS003
MSS003
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010-
W003)
(ISO 7010-
E002) E011) E038) F004) P003)
M003)
Warning;
Emergency Eye wash Liferaft Collection of No open
Radioactive
Wear ear
exit (right station fire fighting flame; fire,
material or
protection
hand) equipment open ignition
ionizing
source and
radiation
smoking
prohibited



WSS004
MES004 EES004 LSS004 FES004 PSS004
MSS004
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010-
W004)
(ISO 7010-
E033) E012) E039) F005) P004)
M004)
Warning; Laser
Door slides Emergency Davit- Fire alarm call No
beam
Wear eye
right to open shower launched point thoroughfare
protection
liferaft


WSS005
MES005 EES005 LSS005 FES005 PSS005 MSS005
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010-
W005)
E034) E013) E040) F008) P005) M005)
Warning; Non-
Door slides Stretcher Lifebuoy Fixed fire Not drinking Connect an
ionizing
left to open extinguishing water earth terminal
radiation
battery to the ground
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MES EES LSS FES PSS WSS MSS



PSS006
WSS006
MES 006
EES006 LSS006 FES006 MSS006
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010- P006)
(ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010-
W006)
E018)
E027) E041) F009) M006)
No access for
fork lift trucks
Warning;
Turn anti-
Medical grab Lifebuoy with Wheeled fire Disconnect
and other
Magnetic field
clockwise to
bag line extinguisher mains plug
industrial
open
from
vehicles
electrical
outlet



PSS007
WSS007
MES007 MSS007
EES007 LSS007 FES007
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010- P007) (ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010-
W007)
E019) M007)
E028) E042) F010)
No access for
people with
Warning; Floor
Turn Wear opaque
Oxygen Lifebuoy with Portable foam
active
level obstacle
clockwise to eye
resuscitator light
implanted
open protection
cardiac
devices


WSS008
MES008 EES008 LSS008 FES008 PSS008 MSS008
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010-
W008)
E057) E029) E043) F011) P008) M008)
Warning; Drop
Door opens EEBD Lifebuoy with Water fog No metallic Wear safety
(fall)
by pulling on line & light applicator articles or footwear
left-hand side watches
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MES EES LSS FES PSS WSS MSS


WSS009
LSS
MES009 EES009 FES009 PSS009 MSS009
(ISO 7010-
Lifebuoy with
(ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010-
W009)
light and
E058) E009) F012) P010) M009)
smoke
Warning;
Door opens Doctor Fixed fire Do not touch Wear
Biological
by pulling on extinguishing protective
hazard
right-hand installation gloves
side


WSS010
MES 010
EES010 LSS009 FES010 PSS010 MSS010
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010-
W010)
E023)
E010) E044) F013) P011) M010)
Warning; Low
Push door on
Automated Lifejacket Fixed fire Do not Wear
temperature or
right-hand
external heart extinguishing extinguish protective
freezing
side to open
defibrillator bottle with water clothing
conditions





WSS011
EES011 LSS010 FES011
PSS011 MSS011
(ISO 7010-
Safety (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
W011) (ISO 7010-
Equipment E045) F014)
P013)
M011)
Warning;
Child's Remote
No activated
Slippery Wash your
lifejacket release
mobile
surface hands
station
phones
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CATEGORY
MES EES LSS FES PSS WSS MSS





WSS012
PSS012 MSS012
EES012 LSS011 FES012
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
General (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
W012)
P014)
Alarm E046) F015)
M012)
Warning;
No access for
Infant's Fire monitor
Use handrail
Electricity
persons with
lifejacket
metallic
implants




WSS013
EES013 LSS012 PSS013
MSS013
(ISO 7010-
Break glass to (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010-
W013) (ISO 7010-
obtain access E047) P015)
M013)
Warning;
Search and No reaching
Guard dog Wear
rescue in
faceshield
locating
device



PSS014 MSS014
WSS014
LSS013
(ISO 7010- (ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
P017) M014)
W014)
E048)
No pushing Wear head
Warning;
Survival craft
protection
Forklift trucks
distress
and other
signals
industrial
vehicles
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CATEGORY
MES EES LSS FES PSS WSS MSS



PSS015
MSS015
WSS015
LSS014
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
P018)
M015)
W015)
E049)
No sitting
Wear high
Warning;
Rocket
visibility
Overhead load
parachute
clothing
flares



PSS016 MSS016
WSS016
LSS015
(ISO 7010- (ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
P019) M016)
W016)
E050)
No stepping Wear a mask
Warning; Toxic
Line-throwing
on surface
material
appliances


PSS017
WSS017
LSS016
MSS017
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
P020)
W017)
E051)
M017)
Do not use lift
Warning; Hot
Two-way VHF
Wear
in the event
surface
radiotelephon
respiratory
of fire
e apparatus
protection
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CATEGORY
MES EES LSS FES PSS WSS MSS




PSS018
MSS018
WSS018
LSS017
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
P021)
M018)
W018)
E052)
No dogs
Wear safety
Warning;
Emergency
harness
Automatic start-
Indicating
up
Radio Beacon
(EPIRB)






PSS019
MSS019
WSS019
LSS018
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-E053)
P022)
M019)
W019)
Embarkation ladder or
No eating or
Wear welding
Warning;
other approved device
drinking
mask
Crushing





MSS020
PSS020
WSS020
LSS019
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-E054)
M022)
P023)
W020)
Marine evacuation system
Use barrier
Do not
Warning;
(slide)
cream
obstruct
Overhead
obstacles
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MSS021
PSS021
LSS020
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-E055)
M023)
P024)
Marine evacuation system
Use footbridge
Do not walk or
(chute)
stand here




WSS021
LSS021
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-E056)
W021)
Survival clothing
Warning;
Flammable
material



WSS022
LSS022
(ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-E0xx)
W022)
Liferaft Knife
Warning;
Sharp element

4.3 Table 2 summarizes a subset of MSS signs adapted from IMO Assembly Resolution A.760(18) that
may be displayed together to form a sequence of critical mandatory actions to safely launch a lifeboat, rescue
boat, or liferaft.
NOTE MSS022 (ISO 7010-M020) replaces the Fasten seat belts sign from Resolution A.760(18).
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Table 2 — Summary of related-referent mandatory action signs for launching lifesaving equipment


MSS023 MSS024 MSS025 MSS026
MSS022
(ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010-
(ISO 7010-
M037) M038) M039) M040)
M020)
Close hatches Start engine Lower to the Lower to the
Fasten seat
water water (liferaft)
belts
(lifeboat)

MSS027 MSS028 MSS029 MSS030 MSS031
(ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010- (ISO 7010-
M041) M042) M043) M044) M045)
Lower to the Release falls Start water Start air Release
water (rescue spray supply lifeboat gripes
boat)

4.4 Table 3 summarizes the SIS catalogue primarily adapted from IMO Resolution A.952(23) and ISO
17631 with the exception of the SIS signs listed in 4.1.
Table 3 — Summary of shipboard fire control plan signs (SIS) for shipboard use






SIS033
SIS041
SIS025 SIS049
SIS001 SIS009 SIS017
International
Intert gas
Emergency fire Emergency
Fire control Remote control Closing device
shore
installation
pump source of
for fire doors for ventilation
plan
connection
electrical power
inlet or outlet
(battery)
(machinery)








SIS002 SIS010 SIS018 SIS026 SIS042
SIS034
SIS050
Safety plan Fire damper Closing device Fuel pump(s) Space or group
Fire hydrant
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(accommodatio for ventilation remote shut-off of spaces Emergency
n and service inlet or outlet protected by a switchboard
spaces) (cargo spaces) water fire-
extinguishing
system




SIS043
SIS003 SIS035 SIS051
SIS011 SIS019 SIS027
Space or group
Fire and safety Main section Air compressor
Fire damper Remote control Lube oil
of spaces
plan valve for breathing
(machinery for closing pump(s) remote
protected by a
devices
space) device for shut-off
foam fire-
ventilation inlet
extinguishing
and outlet
system
(accomm)




SIS052
SIS044
SIS036
SIS004 SIS012 SIS020 SIS028
Space or group
Sprinkler-
Ventilation Fire damper Remote control Remote control
Control panel
of spaces
section valve
remote control (cargo space) for closing for bilge
for fire
protected by a
or shut-off device for pump(s)
detection and
gas other than
(accommodatio ventilation inlet
alarm system
CO fire-
2
n and service and outlet
extinguishing
spaces) (machinery)
system






SIS045
SIS037

SIS005 SIS013 SIS021
Space or group
Powder-section
SIS029
Ventilation Remote control Remote control
of spaces
valve
Remote control
remote control for fire damper for closing
protected by a
for emergency
or shut-off (accommodatio device for
powder fire-
bilge pump
(machinery n or service ventilation inlet
extinguishing
spaces) spaces) and outlet
system
(cargo)




SIS014

SIS038
SIS022


Remote control
Foam-section
Remote control
SIS006 SIS030
for fire damper SIS046
valve
for fire pump
Ventilation Remote control
Space or group
(machinery)
remote control for fuel oil
of spaces
or shut-off valves
protected by a
(cargo)
CO fire-
2
extinguishing
system
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SIS023


SIS007
SIS047
Fire pump SIS039
SIS015 SIS031
Remote control
Space or group
High expansion
Remote control Remote control
for skylight
of spaces
foam supply
for fire damper for lube oil
protected by a
trunk (outlet)
(cargo space) valves
sprinkler or
high-pressure
water fire-

extinguishing
system






SIS024
SIS040

SIS032
emergency fire Water spray
SIS008 SIS016
Remote control SIS048
pump Remote
system valves
Remote control Closing device
for fire pump Emergency
control or fire 2.24
for watertight for ventilation
valves generator
pump supplied
doors inlet or outlet
by the
(accommodatio
emergency
n and service
source of
spaces)
power

5 Standardized shipboard safety sign and fire control plan signs
5.1 Tables 4 to 11 give safety sign and fire control plan sign originals in a uniform 70 mm size with corner
marks to enable accurate enlargement and reduction scaling. The sign illustrations are shown without borders
in order to allow for consistent reproduction scaling, though the use of borders is encouraged as defined by
ISO 3864-1. The signs should be reproduced exactly as shown in Tables 4 to 11. However some degree of
graphical modification is permitted when cultural differences or special application formats need to be
considered, provided the original meaning is retained and comprehension of the safety or safety-related sign
is maintained. Consistent reproduction and use of these signs will lead to a progressively improved degree of
comprehension at the international level.
5.2 In cases where the orientation of the graphical symbol is not essential to the meaning of the safety sign,
the graphical symbol may be reproduced in a mirrored form. For prohibition signs, it is essential that the
prohibition bar does not obscure significant details of the graphical symbol.
NOTE The graphical symbol is the complete image containing all the graphical symbol elements as shown in the
registered safety sign.
5.3 Where a graphical symbol is not available to indicate a particular desired meaning, the meaning shall
be obtained by using the appropriate general sign together with supplementary safety information.
5.4 Tables 4 to 11 present the safety sign and fire control plan sign originals according to their category as
follows:
 MES - Means of escape see Table 4
 EES - Emergency equipment signs see Table 5
 LSS - Life saving systems and appliances see Table 6
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 FES - Fire-fighting equipment see Table 7
 PSS - Prohibition signs see Table 8
 WSS - Warning signs see Table 9
 MSS - Mandatory action signs see Table 10
 SIS - Fire control plan signs for trained personnel Table 11
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Table 4 — Means of escape signs (MES)
Reference No.

MES001 (ISO 7010 E032)
Referent

Assembly Station
Function

To indicate the location of an assembly station on
board ship
Image content

Five human figures in different sizes standing on a
square, four arrows coming from the corners
pointing to them
Hazard

Not being able to locate an assembly station on board ship

Human behaviour that is intended to be caused after understanding the safety sign's meaning:

Being aware of the location of an assembly station on board ship

Related referents

ISO 7010-E007

Additional information.

Test data obtained according to ISO 9186-1:2007 are not available. Consequently, a supplementary sign
shall be used to increase comprehension except when the safety sign is supplemented by manuals,
instructions or training.
Supplementary arrow sign (type D of ISO 3864-3) in white on green to be used to give directional
information. Management information panel supplementary sign with a reference number or letter may be
used to indicate a specific assembly station to aid in distinguishing between multiple assembly stations.


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Reference No.

MES002 (ISO 7010-E001)
Referent

Emergency Exit (left hand)
Function
To locate means of escape and/or escape routes to
a place of safety.
Image content
Human figure moving to left through doorway
Hazard
Not being able to locate means of escape and/or escape routes to a place of safety which is provided for
evacuation in the event of an emergency

Human behaviour that is intended to be caused after understanding the safety sign's meaning:
Being aware of the location of an escape route to a place of safety in the event of an emergency

Related referents
ISO 7010-E001, ISO 7010-E002, MES003

Additional information
Test data obtained according to ISO 9186-1:2007 are not available. Consequently, a supplementary sign
shall be used to increase comprehension except when the safety sign is supplemented by manuals,
instructions or training.

Supplementary arrow sign (type D of ISO 3864-3) in white on green to be used to give directional
information:



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Reference No.

MES003 (ISO 7010-E002)
Referent

Emergency Exit (right hand)
Function
To locate means of escape and/or escape routes to
a place of safety
Image content
Human figure moving to right through doorway
Hazard
Not being able to locate means of escape and/or escape routes to a place of safety which is provided for
evacuation in the event of an emergency

Human behaviour that is intended to be caused after understanding the safety sign's meaning:
Being aware of the location of an escape route to a place of safety in the event of an emergency

Related referents
ISO 7010-E001, ISO 7010-E002, MES002

Additional information
Test data obtained according to ISO 9186-1:2007 are not available. Consequently, a supplementary sign
shall be used to increase comprehension except when the safety sign is supplemented by manuals,
instructions or training.

Supplementary arrow sign (type D of ISO 3864-3) in white on green to be used to give directional
information:



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