What Are Safety Signs and Why Do You Need Them?

Creating a good working environment means keeping the area safe for everyone. But, not considering the importance of safety signage is an oversight that occurs way too often. Communicating safety measures are an essential part of being a responsible employer and could make a big difference during emergency situations.

Here’s all you need to know about safety signage.

What type of safety signage is available?

Safety signs are often installed above doors and around safety equipment so they are easy to see. The most commons signs include:

●     Fire doors

●     Evacuation points

●     Fire extinguishers

●     First aid kits

●     Alarm activation points

●     Stairways and alternative exits

Why are safety signs important?

They provide instant communication

Even after training your team on safety, having signs in place will remind your workers of the safest and most effective ways of working. For example, information on how to use safety equipment or where the nearest fire exit is can be instantly shown as an on-site reference point that they can consult whenever they need to.



They are a legal requirement

According to the Health and Safety (Safety Signs and Signals) Regulations 1996, signs are required where significant risks to the health and safety of employees and others continue to exist even after all other relevant precautions have been taken. They must be clear, well-maintained and visibly placed and abiding by this represents a key element of basic regulatory compliance.

They’re effective in emergency situations

If an emergency situation arises such as a fire then action must be taken quickly. Safety signage encourages people to act quickly whether that’s evacuating a building or locating a first aid kit - not only can this save lives but minimise risks.

At Ace Fire Alarms, we specialise in a range of safety products including signage, fire alarms, CCTV and access control for your business. Safety should always be a top priority and with our expert help, your staff members and premises will have the protection it needs. Find out more about our products and services today.