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the part of the receiver for granted.
• The sender cannot see the receiver's reaction.
• The process of communication takes time and may
delay decisions.
• Discussion is difficult and protracted.
• Written communication may be too formal.
• The message may be difficult to understand.
• The language used may mean something different
to the reader.

Graphic Communication

Even pictures and signs are graphical communication which is effective in conveying the
message to the receiver. E.g No Entry, No smoking.

Merits and Demerits of Graphic Communication

Broadcasting

Though we use a variety of methods to broadcast health and safety information, these methods
are used to ensure that the required information is communicated correctly and understood by
all the workers.

Noticeboards

Centrally located to engage the attention of the workers. Notice boards must have clear updated
information which is relevant to the organisation. Cluttered, outdated, inappropriate notices
obscure the information likely to be conveyed. Having notice boards in place doesn’t mean that
the workers will pay attention to read the notices.

Typical information that may be posted on the notice boards are:

HSE policy
Employer liability insurance certificate
Emergency contact numbers – emergency services
First-aiders and their contact details
Minutes of safety committee meeting
Location of emergency escape routes, fire extinguishers.

Posters

Standard infographics or pictures are widely used to communicate key health and safety issues
helps to induce the attention of the workers.

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