In most states, the cost of Workers Compensation (âWCâ) insurance can vary between insurance companies as they compete for customers. Despite the variability, all insurance companies base WC premiums on the amount of payroll an employer has as well as how dangerous the work is.
We all know that the octagon shape means STOP. A rectangular white sign with red letters indicates that parking is restricted or prohibited. The red triangle means YIELD, because someone other than you has the right-of-way. A red circle with a slash communicates the do not s enter, turn, U-turn, pedestrians, or parking.
Consider this graphic as an illustration of the difference between signs and symbols. This is a road sign. By its shape, we know it is a warning. We know the yellow, diamond-shaped road sign is a warning, because the authorities have arbitrarily designated yellow, diamond-shaped road signs as warnings.