Caution Signs

(A) Standard Radiation Symbol. Unless otherwise authorized by the Agency, the symbol prescribed by 105 CMR 120.237 shall use the colors magenta, or purple, or black on yellow background. The symbol prescribed is the three-bladed design as follows: RADIATION SYMBOL 1. Cross-hatched area is to be magenta, or purple, or black, and 2. The background is to be yellow. (B) Exception to Color Requirements for Standard Radiation Symbol. Notwithstanding the requirements of 105 CMR 120.237(A), licensees or registrants are authorized to label sources, source holders, or device components containing sources of radiation that are subjected to high temperatures, with conspicuously etched or stamped radiation caution symbols and without a color requirement. (C) Additional Information on Signs and Labels. In addition to the contents of signs and labels prescribed in this part, the licensee or registrant shall provide, on or near the required signs and labels, additional information, as appropriate, to make individuals aware of potential radiation exposures and to minimize the exposures.