ISO 7001:2023/Amd 2:2026

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 30-Jun-2026
• ICS: 01.080.10 - Public information symbols. Signs. Plates. Labels
• Technical Committee: ISO/TC 145/SC 1 - Public information symbols
• Drafting Committee: ISO/TC 145/SC 1/WG 4 - Public information symbols (Revision of ISO 7001)
• Current Stage: 6060 - International Standard published
• Start Date: 01-Jul-2026
• Due Date: 16-Mar-2027
• Completion Date: 30-Jun-2026

• Amends: ISO 7001:2023 - Graphical symbols — Registered public information symbols
• Effective Date: 20-Sep-2025

Overview

ISO 7001:2023/Amd 2:2026 is an amendment to the established ISO 7001:2023 international standard, which governs graphical symbols for public information. This amendment introduces new registered public information symbols to enhance accessibility and communication in public spaces worldwide. Administered by ISO/TC 145/SC 1, it aims to provide universally recognizable symbols for effective communication across language barriers and cultural contexts.

Keywords: ISO 7001, graphical symbols, public information symbols, sign language accessibility, health check symbol, ISO standards, accessibility, public facilities, international standard.

Key Topics

• Sign Language Accessibility Symbol (PI AC 024)

  • Purpose: Indicates that sign language accessibility is provided in a venue.
  • Design: Illustrates two hands crossing over to signify sign language, optionally including flags to indicate available languages.
  • Intended Users: Members of the public needing service in national sign languages or international sign.
  • Application Context: Public spaces where communication with sign language users is necessary.
  • Associated Organizations: Supported by the World Federation of the Deaf.

• Health Check Symbol (PI PF 085)

  • Purpose: Identifies locations where physical health checks are available.
  • Design: Depicts a clipboard with a pencil, stethoscope, and a cross. The cross may be replaced to suit cultural requirements.
  • Intended Users: General public seeking health check facilities.
  • Application Context: Public and transport facilities, such as airports, stations, and community centers.

• Registration and Development

  • Symbols are submitted by relevant organizations and reviewed by ISO committees for clarity, universality, and relevance before registration.

• User Guidance

  • Recommendation to use accompanying text for the health check symbol, enhancing comprehension, especially in multicultural environments.

Applications

ISO 7001:2023/Amd 2:2026 ensures that newly approved public information symbols can be used effectively in environments requiring clear, non-verbal communication. Key application areas include:

• Public Spaces: Airports, train stations, hospitals, educational institutions, and government offices can display these symbols to improve accessibility and essential information dissemination.
• Accessibility Promotion: The sign language accessibility symbol directly supports inclusivity for deaf or hard of hearing individuals, aligning with global accessibility legislation and best practices.
• Health Awareness: The health check symbol helps individuals easily locate health check points, supporting public health campaigns and routine health screening efforts.
• International Events and Multicultural Contexts: Use of standardized symbols bridges language gaps, ensuring that all members of the public, including tourists and non-native speakers, quickly understand essential services and amenities.

Related Standards

Implementing ISO 7001:2023/Amd 2:2026 may also involve consideration of related standards for consistency and enhanced user comprehension:

• ISO 7001:2023 - The core standard defining registered public information symbols for universal communication.
• ISO 9186-1 - Guidance for testing comprehensibility of graphic symbols, referenced in recommendations for text support.
• ISO/TC 145 - The technical committee overseeing graphical symbols standardization.
• Accessibility and Safety Signage Standards - Other ISO and international standards covering wayfinding, emergency exits, and accessibility support across public infrastructure.

By adopting the latest amendments to ISO 7001, organizations demonstrate a commitment to accessible, inclusive, and effective public information systems in line with global best practices.

International
Standard
ISO 7001
Fourth edition
Graphical symbols — Registered
2023-02
public information symbols
AMENDMENT 2
AMENDMENT 2
2026-06
Symboles graphiques — Symboles destinés à l'information du
public enregistrés
AMENDEMENT 2
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