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    Pictorial markings provide instructions for handling goods during transport using pictures instead of words. They communicate hazards and how to properly handle packages internationally without needing to read different languages. Pictorial markings are superior to text labels because pictures avoid confusion from language barriers. Common pictorial markings indicate packages that are fragile, cannot be hooked or rolled, must be kept away from heat or dry, have restrictions on stacking or allowable loads, and specify proper positioning like "this side up". Pictorial markings serve to safely convey shipping requirements across borders through a universal visual language.

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    Pictorial markings provide instructions for handling goods during transport using pictures instead of words. They communicate hazards and how to properly handle packages internationally without needing to read different languages. Pictorial markings are superior to text labels because pictures avoid confusion from language barriers. Common pictorial markings indicate packages that are fragile, cannot be hooked or rolled, must be kept away from heat or dry, have restrictions on stacking or allowable loads, and specify proper positioning like "this side up". Pictorial markings serve to safely convey shipping requirements across borders through a universal visual language.

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    Pictorial markings provide instructions for handling goods during transport using pictures instead of words. They communicate hazards and how to properly handle packages internationally without needing to read different languages. Pictorial markings are superior to text labels because pictures avoid confusion from language barriers. Common pictorial markings indicate packages that are fragile, cannot be hooked or rolled, must be kept away from heat or dry, have restrictions on stacking or allowable loads, and specify proper positioning like "this side up". Pictorial markings serve to safely convey shipping requirements across borders through a universal visual language.

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    Pictorial Markings For Packaging

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    Pictorial markings provide instructions for handling goods during transport using pictures instead of words. They communicate hazards and how to properly handle packages internationally without needing to read different languages. Pictorial markings are superior to text labels because pictures avoid confusion from language barriers. Common pictorial markings indicate packages that are fragile, cannot be hooked or rolled, must be kept away from heat or dry, have restrictions on stacking or allowable loads, and specify proper positioning like "this side up". Pictorial markings serve to safely convey shipping requirements across borders through a universal visual language.

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    PICTORIAL MARKINGS

    FOR PACKAGING

    Prepared by Ian Lumsden N.Dip.M


    Pictorial Markings
    Pictorial Markings is the Picture Oriented
    Language which represents the message
    or instructions for handling the goods
    during transport while exporting/
    importing.

    Pictorial markings are the indicators of the


    probable hazards involved during transit.

    This is an international language of


    communication between package and
    everybody in products life cycle.
    Significance
    Significance of pictorial markings:
    Useful in conveying consigner's
    intention
    Informs any operator about the
    required handling
    Informs about the contents
    Facilitate the easy and rapid
    recognition of the probable hazards
    Superiority Over Text
    Superior over text forms:
    Markings in text format in particular
    language may create confusion due to
    language problem
    Types of labels:
     Metal plates
     Tags
     Specifications of pictorial markings (for
    general markings) Minimum 10 cms x 10 cms
    Handle with Care
    Application:
    Packages containing
    fragile items like glass,
    ceramics etc.
    Examples:
    Packages of TV sets
    Cameras
    Machineries with glass parts
    etc
    Use No Hooks
    Application:
     for packages which are
    to be handled with the
    help of metallic hooks
    (Hessian bags, woven
    HDPE sacks etc.)
    Examples:
     Packages of fruits &
    vegetables
     Cement
     Sugar
     Chemicals
     Fertilizers etc.
    Keep Away From Heat
    Application:
     for packages which
    may get affected by
    UV rays or heat.
    Examples:
     Packages of
    pharmaceuticals, many
    food products and the
    packages containing
    products with low
    melting point
    (chocolates).
    Center Of Gravity
    Application:
     for most of the
    engineering
    packages
    containing heavy
    products.
    Examples:
     many types of
    machineries and
    spare parts.
    Keep Dry
    Application:
     for packages and
    also the products
    which may get
    affected by water.
    Examples:
     Packages for
    explosives Crackers
     Hygroscopic
    products match
    boxes
     Electronic items and
    many food products.
    Perishable Goods
    Application:
     For packages
    used for products
    which may get
    crushed during
    transit due to
    load stacked on
    it.
    Examples:
     Packages containing
    fish, vegetables &
    flowers.
    Do Not Role
    Application:
     For packages
    used for liquid or
    fragile items.
    Examples:
     Packages containing
    glass wares, and
    many liquid
    products where
    there is chance of
    leakage.
    Do Not Drop
    Application:
     for packages
    containing fragile or
    impact sensitive
    products.
    Examples:
     Packages containing
    electronic items,
    explosives etc.
    Maximum Allowable Load
    Application:
     For indicating the
    maximum staking
    load during
    stacking.
    Examples:
     Mostly all packages.
    Allowable Temperature
    Application:
     For indicating the range
    of temperature in which
    the product is to be
    stored or transported.
    Examples:
     Packages for milk products
    and many perishable
    products.
    Clamp This Way
    Application:
     For indicating the
    area where the
    package is to be
    clamped for
    handling.
    Examples:
     Packages for
    engineering items and
    many fragile items.
    This Side Up
    Application:
     For indicating top side
    of the package during
    storage and
    transportation to
    avoid leakage and
    damage to the
    product.
    Examples:
     Mostly all packages
    Do Not Stack
    Application:
     For bulk stacking with
    week sided packages

    Examples:
     Mostly all packages, with
    fragile contents
    Conclusion
    Although the majority of pictorial signs were
    covered there are many more.

    There are also a number of hazard signs that


    may be used.

    There may be a number of signs used in


    conjunction with each other.

    Operators should familiarise themselves with


    the different signs to ensure the safety of the
    load, their own safety and the safety of
    others.

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