scope:

This standard specifies safety-related information requirements, at the man-machine interface and for exposed persons. It gives general rules for a system of colours, safety signs, markings and other warnings, giving information for use for the indication of hazardous conditions, for warning of health hazards and for meeting certain emergencies. It also specifies ways of coding visual, audible and tactile signals for indicating and actuating devices in order to facilitate the safe use and monitoring of the machinery.