Why do we use icons?
Pictograms have become an indispensable part of our daily lives. Especially now that many pictograms are also used with regard to safety and the coronavirus. We use pictograms to provide quick recognition in many situations. These indications provide immediate clarity instead of a message with (a lot of) text. Pictograms also provide quick and clear information for people from other countries who do not speak the language.
In this blog we would like to give you the advantages of using pictograms and why pictograms are so important, especially in the event of an emergency.
Increase safety with professional pictograms
In the event of a calamity or emergency, action must be taken quickly. Time is crucial for emergency assistance and evacuation. The use of professional pictograms increases safety enormously. Why? Pictograms are visual and provide quick recognition.
Indications for an emergency exit, walking directions, BHV, location of fire extinguisher, AED, first aid kit and Evac Chairs. These are a few examples, but a must in your company or at locations where many people are present. This way:
✓ In case of fire, people can leave the building quickly and efficiently by means of clear signs.
✓ People can quickly find resources, such as a fire extinguisher, first aid kit or AED.
✓ People can inform locations with many people, language-independent, with clear instructions.
Pictograms can make the message clear immediately. This allows people to react quickly, even in an emergency.
The benefits of using pictograms
- Quick recognition
- Also increases safety in the event of an emergency
- Relatively cheap
- Durable in use
- Extra noticeable in emergency situations
- Clarity in instructions
- Easy to use
- All kinds of shapes and colours are possible to make the icon stand out even more
- Provide large groups with information quickly
- Language independent, can be used uniformly, also internationally
Also preventive
Pictograms can also help prevent unwanted situations. “caution, danger” signs, prohibition signs, stop signs, etc. However, also in the current climate, where instructions are important, such as keeping your distance, disinfecting and wearing face masks. Users of your location are clearly informed and can take action immediately. Professional pictograms also help you and your environment to act safely.
Many types and possibilities
A good pictogram therefore provides quick recognition. The more conspicuous the signalling is, the safer the environment becomes. So always choose clear pictograms with a unique appearance. Colour schemes and the shape of the indication can help with this. The use of exclamation marks and direction indicators also convey the message easily and explicitly. At large distances it is advisable to use a large pictogram.
Stickers offer a solution when you want to use a pictogram temporarily. You can choose stickers in different sizes and materials.
Need more information or help?
ESE International is happy to help you. As a total supplier in the field of evacuation, company emergency response and first aid, we are your point of contact. We supply professional pictograms and other indications that help to preventively increase the safety of people and provide information where necessary.
Feel free to contact us for more information, free advice or customization for your company. The ESE International team is ready for you, for 25 years!