This is Rule No. 2. Foresters tend to take our specifications and seek further economies - a laudable goal and often a rich vein of practical experience. In Wales and Scotland a presumption will exist in favour of the Welsh or Gaelic name, without the need for an anglicised version in addition. Put yourself in the mind of the user, leave your own baggage to one side and don't hesitate to start again. Word for word translations are often inappropriate, so copy written in English should be so crafted as to reflect the spirit of the primary language.
Visual accessibility demands great care be exercised in determining the content of such signs .
Additionally, where we feel compelled to speak to the overseas visitor in their language, remember - the more copy, the more inaccessible the sign, and the more you are wasting money. The Learning Curve Over the years we have produced panels through just about every process and on virtually every kind of material. All of which have their own pros and cons - be it cost, durability, colour limitation etc. The deciding factors favouring any one approach must be determined by the objectives of the panel - and budget. 6 - incorporate purposeful and measurable objectives in your panel, otherwise don't produce it.