Triangle and Green Dot....What are they?

What does the triangle and green dot on a power socket indicate?

Thank you.

boa202-03-2005 8:57pm

swampwalker Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 5,138 posts 02-03-2005 at 10:41pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The green dot indicates "hospital grade", IIRC. Means tighter grip so your heart monitor won't come unplugged when you roll over ;~)
slipknot1 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,423 posts 02-03-2005 at 10:41pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Not sure on the triangle, but the green dot indicates that the outlet is certified as "hospital grade", meaning that it is safe for use in areas where flammable gases are in use.
boa2 OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,551 posts 02-03-2005 at 11:34pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Thank you. I have an Audio Magic Stealth Digital Mini, and the left socket has the green dot & red outlined triangle.