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Regulation 4(4) and (5) 1.—1.1. Where safety signs are required
by these Regulations, they must conform to the specific
requirements in Parts II to IX of this Schedule. 1.2. This Part
introduces those requirements, describes the different uses of
safety signs, and gives general rules on the interchanging and
combining of signs. 1.3. Safety signs must be used only to
convey the message or information specified in this Schedule.
2.—2.1. Permanent signs 2.1.1.Permanent signboards must be used
for signs relating to prohibitions, warnings and mandatory
requirements and the location and identification of emergency
escape routes and first-aid facilities. Signboards and/or a
safety colour must be used to mark permanently the location and
identification of fire-fighting equipment. 2.1.2.Signboards on
containers and pipes must be placed