{"id":7582,"date":"2023-01-18T09:34:01","date_gmt":"2023-01-18T02:34:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/?p=7582"},"modified":"2023-01-18T09:42:00","modified_gmt":"2023-01-18T02:42:00","slug":"how-color-psychology-can-improve-workplace-safety","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/en\/how-color-psychology-can-improve-workplace-safety\/","title":{"rendered":"How color psychology can improve workplace safety"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you realize it or not, color affects your behavior every day. Simply stopping your vehicle when you see a red light is an example of how your brain responds to color cues. That\u2019s because color, when used as part of a repetitive, standardized system, becomes a part of your automatic, intuitive response.<\/p><p>It\u2019s scientifically proven. Numerous studies over the years illustrate the impact of color:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Blue streetlights\u00a0introduced in Glasgow, Scotland, and Nara, Japan, decreased the number of crimes in the areas with the new lights<\/li><li>Color increases\u00a0brand recognition\u00a0by up to 80%, according to a study at the University of Loyola<\/li><li>An insurance company received customer payments 14 days earlier after using color to\u00a0highlight key information\u00a0on its invoices<\/li><li>An\u00a0experiment showed\u00a0that in a room with red light, the elapsed time was overestimated, while in a green or blue lighted room, the elapsed time was underestimated<\/li><li>Workers lifting\u00a0black boxes\u00a0thought they were heavier than the same boxes painted green<\/li><li>Silver cars\u00a0are least likely to be involved in an auto accident since they are most visible on the road and in low light<\/li><\/ul><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1015\" height=\"301\" src=\"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/May-in-Brady.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7576\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/May-in-Brady.jpeg 1015w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/May-in-Brady-800x237.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/May-in-Brady-768x228.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/May-in-Brady-101x30.jpeg 101w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/May-in-Brady-202x60.jpeg 202w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/May-in-Brady-510x151.jpeg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1015px) 100vw, 1015px\" \/><\/figure><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">N\u1ed9i dung trang<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/en\/how-color-psychology-can-improve-workplace-safety\/#How_the_brain_processes_color\" title=\"How the brain processes color\">How the brain processes color<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/en\/how-color-psychology-can-improve-workplace-safety\/#The_benefits_of_color_in_the_workplace\" title=\"The benefits of color in the workplace\">The benefits of color in the workplace<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/en\/how-color-psychology-can-improve-workplace-safety\/#Applying_color_psychology_to_the_workplace\" title=\"Applying color psychology to the workplace\">Applying color psychology to the workplace<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_the_brain_processes_color\"><\/span><strong>How the brain processes color<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>When we see a color, we react. Color can increase memory, engage and increase participation, and attract attention.<\/p><p>The use of color relies on the principle of cognitive consistency (humans seek consistency in beliefs and attitudes in any situation). Humans base their decisions on the outcome of past events, which is why you continue to make the quick decision to go when you see a green light. When there isn\u2019t a consistency to follow, humans tend to feel more uncomfortable and take a longer time to make decisions, also known as cognitive dissonance.<\/p><p>It stands to reason that the more color and consistency is built into our worlds, the more efficient actions will become.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"508\" height=\"339\" src=\"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Traffic_Light.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7578\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Traffic_Light.jpeg 508w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Traffic_Light-45x30.jpeg 45w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Traffic_Light-90x60.jpeg 90w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 508px) 100vw, 508px\" \/><figcaption>Traffic lights over urban intersection. Red light<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_benefits_of_color_in_the_workplace\"><\/span><strong>The benefits of color in the workplace<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Using colored signs and labels can go a long way for your workplace and your employees. It can help improve:<\/p><p><strong>Safety<\/strong><\/p><p>A consistent color standard in your workplace helps employees quickly recognize and respond with the correct action. This is an essential element to establishing and maintaining a safe workplace. When an employee sees a red danger sign, for example, immediately they know to pay attention and take steps necessary to stay safe. Using safety signs with standardized colors helps to speed up recognition and response time to workplace hazards.<\/p><p><strong>Productivity<\/strong><\/p><p>Visual cues not only improve safety but help to improve productivity. That\u2019s because using color-coding and effective labeling on inventory, processes and general facility identification can help reinforce employee training and guide workers to complete their tasks more quickly. In addition, safe state, equipment identification and safety signs all help to keep processes running smoothly so you have less downtime.<\/p><p><strong>Cost Savings<\/strong><\/p><p>When you are able to keep your workplace safer and more productive due to colorful and consistent workplace visuals, you end up saving time and money. That\u2019s because training is reduced by visually reinforcing processes and steps, equipment is kept in proper working conditions and tasks are completed more safely and efficiently.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/May-in-nhan-canh-bao-Brady_LR.jpeg\" alt=\"M\u00e1y in tem nh\u00e3n ph\u00e2n lo\u1ea1i - c\u1ea3nh b\u00e1o\" class=\"wp-image-7580\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/May-in-nhan-canh-bao-Brady_LR.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/May-in-nhan-canh-bao-Brady_LR-400x400.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/May-in-nhan-canh-bao-Brady_LR-280x280.jpeg 280w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/May-in-nhan-canh-bao-Brady_LR-30x30.jpeg 30w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/May-in-nhan-canh-bao-Brady_LR-60x60.jpeg 60w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/May-in-nhan-canh-bao-Brady_LR-247x247.jpeg 247w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/May-in-nhan-canh-bao-Brady_LR-510x510.jpeg 510w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/May-in-nhan-canh-bao-Brady_LR-100x100.jpeg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Applying_color_psychology_to_the_workplace\"><\/span><strong>Applying color psychology to the workplace<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Now that you better understand the psychology behind color, you may be wondering what it means for your workplace. The use of color visuals in the workplace can&nbsp;make your workers more efficient and safer&nbsp;by:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Speeding up visual search<\/li><li>Improving recognition<\/li><li>Emphasizes information<\/li><li>Shows associations<\/li><li>Transmits important messages<\/li><\/ul><p>While there are numerous ways color can be used effectively in the workplace, it\u2019s most successful when combined with a&nbsp;visual workplace&nbsp;approach that uses consistent color standards and color coding to convey important information.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"kk-star-ratings kksr-auto kksr-align-left kksr-valign-bottom\"\n    data-payload='{&quot;align&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;7582&quot;,&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;valign&quot;:&quot;bottom&quot;,&quot;ignore&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;reference&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;count&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;legendonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;readonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;score&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;starsonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;best&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;gap&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;greet&quot;:&quot;\u0110\u00e1nh gi\u00e1 ngay&quot;,&quot;legend&quot;:&quot;0\\\/5 - (0 votes)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;24&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;How color psychology can improve workplace safety&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;_legend&quot;:&quot;{score}\\\/{best} - ({count} {votes})&quot;,&quot;font_factor&quot;:&quot;1.25&quot;}'>\n            \n<div class=\"kksr-stars\">\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-inactive\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"1\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"2\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"3\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"4\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"5\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-active\" style=\"width: 0px;\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                \n\n<div class=\"kksr-legend\" style=\"font-size: 19.2px;\">\n            <span class=\"kksr-muted\">\u0110\u00e1nh gi\u00e1 ngay<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you realize it or not, color affects your behavior every day. Simply stopping your vehicle when you see a red light is an example of how your brain responds to color cues. That\u2019s because color, when used as part of a repetitive, standardized system, becomes a part of your automatic, intuitive response. 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