Keeping an airport running is tough. They need to operate safely and smoothly 24 hours a day, balancing flight times, security, and hospitality in one.
As such, finding the right balance between security and speed is essential. Thankfully, airport signs and symbols can help to not only make airports secure but also more efficient.
They may seem small, but proper signage is in every airport. It manages foot traffic, keeps people vigilant and, in rare cases of emergency, can mean the difference between safety and danger.
Below, we list the most important airport signs, common symbols and their meaning. That way, you can understand how traffic signs complement even the most complicated safety procedures.
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So, you’re setting up an event. You know what it’s for, where and when, and have organised any add-ons like food stalls and toilets. Now, it’s time to make sure that everything runs safely and smoothly with accurate signage.
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In August 2021, American lawmakers introduced the Food Labelling Modernisation Act. If this passes, America will introduce standardised labels to their food packaging to give consumers a better idea of which products are considered healthy when shopping.
This act has re-sparked the conversation over whether unhealthy foods should be labelled.
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Care homes are naturally risk-prone due to the nature of having vulnerable residents. By complying with COSHH guidelines and making risks clear to their residents through labels and signage, employers and carers can make care homes a safer place to be.
Below, we discuss the main elements of care home safety, how to use nursing home signage and the role COSHH has in care homes.
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In certain industries, magnetic labels fare better than their plastic counterparts. For example, for industries based at sea, normal labels don’t function well due to exposure to water, salt and harsh weather.
Instead, magnetic tapes and labels are used. These affix to the metal hulls of ships, and since they have a metal base, they don’t break down on the waves.
Other industries use magnetic labels, too. However, for them to work well, you must know how to use magnetic tape and labels properly.
Below, we discuss how magnets and magnetic tapes work, how to use them and their advantages and disadvantages.
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