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Group Exercise 2, 2023

'Game Boy Advance - 'Wet Floor''

[GBA] [CZECH REPUBLIC] [MAGAZINE] [2001]

"Ever wonder about the story behind those eye-catching, often yellow signs that pop up around spills? You're looking at a wet floor sign, a silent guardian warning you about slippery surfaces. Simple in design yet mighty in purpose, these signs are universally recognised symbols of caution, advising you to tread carefully or steer clear. The concept of alerting others to hazardous areas is as old as human settlements. However, the modern wet floor sign, familiar to us today, became widespread in the late 20th century. Businesses and public spaces adopted these floor signs as a safety measure and a legal requirement to prevent accidents. The choice of yellow wasn't by chance. Yellow grabs attention and universally signals caution, making it the ideal hue to catch your eye amid daily distractions. So, the next time you see one, remember it's a piece of safety history designed to protect and inform." ~Street Solutions UK ("Wet Floor Signs - Everything You Need to Know")

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