1.4 Structure of warnings
Warning levels
Signal word
Tab. 1.1 Warning levels
Warning signs
Use in case of ...
DANGER
Personal injury
(imminent danger)
WARNING
Personal injury
(potentially hazardous
situation)
CAUTION
Personal injury
DANGER!
Type of danger (text)
General danger point
High voltage
Hand injuries
Possible conse-
quences if the safety
advice is not ob-
served:
Death or severe injuries!
Death or severe injuries!
Slight or minor injuries!
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