The tablet contains 25 absorbent pads that soak up water and oil quickly and completely for an effective way to deal with spills. The pads resist slipping while the universal caution symbol and 'Caution Wet Floor' message in English and Spanish to alert pedestrians. The tablet backing is constructed of corrugated plastic and mounts on a flat surface or affixes to an 'A' frame floor sign. The tear-off pads are constructed of melt-blown polypropylene for added strength and absorbency and each absorbs up to 0.35 litres (12oz) of fluid.