Safety Collection (page 6)

West Quoddy Head Lighthouse, Lubec, Maine, New England, United States of America, North America

Prospect Harbour Point Light, lighthouse at Lubec, Maine, New England, United States of America, North America

Home and Distant signals (GWR) on gantry, Newton Abbot, Devon, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Close-up of locked door, Yangshuo, Guangxi Province, China, Asia

Brighton Bathing Boxes, Dendy Street Beach, Brighton, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, Pacific

Nurse Praying / 1915
A French Red Cross nurse prays for the safety of the French soldiers and hopes that only a few are sent to her care

Do it yourself Bike
Home assembly model Safety bicycle : if you ve followed the instructions properly, you should have one of these : if it looks more like a lawn- mower, you boobed

Row of Houses illuminated at sunset with Roker Pier Lighthouse in the distance, Sunderland, England
Row of illuminated houses at Roker Beach in Sunderland with a silhouette of the Roker Lighthouse in the distance at the end of the pier

Souter Lighthouse at Sunset; Whitburn, Tyne And Wear, England
A historic lighthouse overlooking nature-rich clifftop grasslands, coastal park and rugged coastline. Decommissioned in 1988, this property is now managed and protected by the National Trust

Lighthouse And Splashing Waves; Amble, Northumberland, England

A lifeboat in Mallaig Scotland
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The Ponza's lighthouse on top of a volcanic cliff and surrounded by the sea at dusk, Ponza island, Pontine archipelago, Latium region, Italy

Punta della Guardia lighthouse on top of a basaltic cliff with Palmarola island in the background, Pinza island, Tyrrhenian sea, Pontine archipelago, Latium, Italy

Panoramic aerial view of the lighthouse on top of a rocky cliff at dusk, Punta della Guardia, Ponza island, Pontine archipelago, Latium region, Italy

A firefighter extinguishes a burning car early this morning during the New Years eve celebration in Lille January 1, 2012

Orangutan Theodora and her newborn daughter Java are seen at the zoo of the Jardin des Plantes in Paris, France, October 24, 2018. REUTERS/Philippe Wojazer TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

A two-month old Bengal tiger cub is seen with the mother at Huachipa zoo in Lima, Peru October 30, 2018 REUTERS/Mariana Bazo

Lifeguard station, South Beach, Miami, Florida, USA

2008 Chinese GP
SHANGHAI INTERNATIONAL CIRCUIT, CHINA - OCTOBER 19: A Chinese fire marshal with protective gloves during the Chinese GP at Shanghai International Circuit on October 19

Aussie V8 Supercars
Craig Lowndes (AUS) won Rd2 of the Championship after rain brought out the red flags at Phillip Island. V8 Supercars Series, Rd2, Phillip Island, Australia, 13 April 2003. DIGITAL IMAGE

Formula One World Championship
The damaged roll over hoop of the Footwork Hart FA16 of Taki Inoue (JPN) after he had become an unwitting crash victim when the Renault Safety Car driven by Jean Ragnotti (FRA)

Formula One World Championship
Officials kill a dog that escaped onto the track in Brazil. Brazilian Grand Prix, Interlagos 2000

Formula One World Championship
Stirling Moss (GBR) in the remains of the Lotus 18 Climax, the accident that ended his career at St Marys corner Goodwood Easter Monday F1 races, Glover Trophy, 23rd April 1962

Formula One World Championship
The accident of Eric Comas(FRA) Ligier JS35B on the Saturday morning free practice session German GP, Hockenheim, 28 July 1991

1973 Austrian Grand Prix. Osterreichring, Austria. 17-19th August 1973. Ronnie Peterson, Lotus 72E Ford, leads from Emerson Fittipaldi, Lotus 72E Ford, and Denny Hulme, McLaren M23 Ford

1996 Argentinian Grand Prix. Buenos Aires, Argentina. 5-7 April 1996. The safety car came out for 5 laps as a result of Diniz's car turning ablaze due to the fuel leak. Ref-96 ARG 11

Formula One World Championship
The Footwork Hart FA16 of Taki Inoue (JPN) after he had become an unwitting crash victim when the Renault Safety Car driven by Jean Ragnotti (FRA)

Formula One World Championship
The field process around the circuit behind the Mercedes safety car. The safety car was brought out on two occasions throughout the race. Austrian Grand Prix, Rd6, A1-Ring, Austria. 13 May 2002

Formula One World Championship
A Jaguar fire-tending vehicle takes up its place at the Woodcote Chicane. British Grand Prix, Silverstone, 19 July 1975. BEST IMAGE

Formula One World Championship
The FIA delegate, checks data recorders Brazilian GP, Interlagos, 11 April 1999

Formula One World Championship
The shocking remains of the Hill GH1 of Rolf Stommelen (GER) sit on the wrong side of the Armco following his massive accident - triggered by a broken rear wing whilst leading the race on lap 26

Eilean Glas lighthouse, Isle of Scalpay, Outer Hebrides, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Pink Granite Coast (Cote de Granit Rose), Ploumanac'h, Perros-Guirec, Cotes-d'Armor, Brittany, France, Europe

Cap Frehel, Plevenon, Cotes-d'Armor, Brittany, France, Europe

Traditional work
Bashar Alsofey

On the Watch
Krystina Wisniowska

1973 Belgian Grand Prix. Zolder, Belgium. 18-20th May 1973. Ronnie Peterson steps away from his Lotus 72E Ford entangled in the catch fencing as Chris Amon, Tecno PA123B

Formula One World Championship
Karl Wendlinger (AUT) Sauber F1 team after his serious accident in Thursday practice Monaco GP, 15 May 1994

Formula One World Championship
Karl Wendlinger (AUT) Sauber F1 team after his serious accident in Thursday practice Monaco GP, 15 May 1994

Formula One World Championship
The field make their way through a temporary chicane inserted to tame the legendary Eau Rouge. Thankfully safety improvements allowed the corner to return to its former glory the following season

An engraving depicting a corridor engine. Portable electrically powered fire extinguisher by Merryweather's
5311363 An engraving depicting a corridor engine. Portable electrically powered fire extinguisher by Merryweather's Greenwich. The cylinder held 120 litres

A brass mesh fire guard
5310229 A brass mesh fire guard; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a brass mesh fire guard which could also be used as a screen when the fireplace was not in use)

Engraving depicting a portable stirrup pump for use as a fire extinguisher or a garden spray, 19th century
5309108 Engraving depicting a portable stirrup pump for use as a fire extinguisher or a garden spray, 19th century; (add.info)

A hot-air balloon which has been fitted with a parachute
3586000 A hot-air balloon which has been fitted with a parachute; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a hot-air balloon which has been fitted with a parachute)

Louis-Sebastien Lenormand's parachute
3732756 Louis-Sebastien Lenormand's parachute; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Louis-Sebastien Lenormand parachute. Louis-Sebastien Lenormand (1757-1837) a French chemist, physicist

Henry Greathead's design of a lifeboat, 1850
3331041 Henry Greathead's design of a lifeboat, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Henry Greathead's design of a lifeboat. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Henry Greathead's design of a lifeboat, 1850
3331039 Henry Greathead's design of a lifeboat, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Henry Greathead's design of a lifeboat. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

The launching of a lifeboat into the water, 1850
3331021 The launching of a lifeboat into the water, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the launching of a lifeboat into the water. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

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"Guardians of Safety: From Historic Rescues to Everyday Heroes" In the face of danger, a heroic fireman fearlessly rescues a young girl from the raging flames, reminding us that safety is not just a word but an act of bravery. The ill-fated voyage of HMS Erebus and HMS Terror in 1845 serves as a haunting reminder that even the most experienced sailors must prioritize safety above all else. A courageous firefighter emerges from the smoke-filled Sturgeon Bay Lighthouse in Door County, Wisconsin, exemplifying how those who protect our safety often risk their own lives for others. Perched on cliffs at Butt of Lewis in Scotland's Outer Hebrides, a lighthouse stands tall as a symbol of hope and security amidst treacherous waters—a testament to mankind's commitment to safeguarding lives. Captain Francis Crozier's leadership aboard HMS Terror during its doomed expedition emphasizes the importance of responsible decision-making and prioritizing crew members' safety above all else. During World War II on the home front, women donned gas masks as they bravely faced uncertain times—reminding us that personal sacrifices are sometimes necessary for collective well-being. Journey back to England's coal mines in the 1850s when workers endured perilous conditions daily; their struggles highlight society's evolving understanding and pursuit of workplace safety standards. Bricklayers meticulously construct buildings with precision and caution—an enduring reminder that even seemingly mundane tasks require attention to detail for everyone's protection. As dawn breaks over The Mull of Galloway Lighthouse, it illuminates not only breathtaking scenery but also reminds us that lightkeepers work tirelessly day and night to ensure maritime safety. Bathed in moonlight, Whitefish Point Lighthouse stands sentinel along Michigan's shores—an unwavering beacon guiding ships safely through dark nights since its construction in 1861.