MORE SYMBOLS
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This symbol is often seen on boxes of matches. It is
a warning for the adult using the matches to never leave them out for
children to find. |
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Found on packaging that contains potentially harmful contents. For
example, a tin of paint stripper. Why do you think a ‘cross’ has been used for the symbol? |
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This symbol is seen on the packaging that contains
flammable products. Paint sprays, hair spray, in fact most types of
spray contain potentially flammable contents that could ignite if used
near a naked flame. |
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In the past many products were tested on animals to
ensure that they were safe for use by humans. Today this type of testing
is regarded as being inhumane to animals as it inflicts unnecessary pain
and suffering. Products carrying this type of symbol have not been
tested on animals. However, it does not necessarily mean that the
ingredients that make up the product have not been tested individually
on animals. |
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A symbol such as this one warns the consumer to look
carefully at the ingredients panel. The panel will normally warn the
consumer of any ingredients that may harm those people suffering from
food allergies. |
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The snow flake symbol is placed on the packaging of food products. This means that the food inside the package is suitable for freezing. |
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This symbol was found on the packaging of ‘after
shave lotion’. After a little thought it was interpreted to mean ‘read
instructions before using’. |
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This symbol was found on the packaging of a cleaning solution, containing dangerous chemicals. The symbol reminds the user to keep the product out of reach of children. |
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This symbol can be found on packaging for cereals. It means that the cereal is guaranteed ‘whole grain’. |
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This symbol suggests that the package and the product inside should be kept out of direct sunlight. |
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QUESTION: Symbols
exist that warn that a product is potentially highly flammable. Design a
symbol that could be placed on any card based packaging that warns that
the packaging itself is flammable. It must be possible to recognise the
symbol immediately. |
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