5.5 Coding of information
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5.5 Coding of information

  5.5.1 When colour coding is used for discrimination or conspicuousness of alphanumeric text, symbols and other graphical information, all colours in the set should clearly differ from one another.

  5.5.2 When colour coding is used, the colour red should be used for coding of alarm related information.

  5.5.3 When colour coding is used, it should be used in combination with other symbol attributes, such as size, shape, and orientation.

  5.5.4 Flashing of information should be reserved for unacknowledged alarms.

Parent topic: 5 General Requirements for the Presentation of Information
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