Posted By Ged


Hi Guys,
Just a quickie have been picked up on an operational inspection for having the information sign on the back of doors in black and white...just photocopied it and encapsulated it.

The one I mean is A4 size

and says

If you discover fire
sound the alarm
call out the fire brigade
fight the fire but do not endanger yourself or others

If you hear the alarm
Leave building
Close all doors
Do not collect belongings
Do not use lifts.

Does this sign need to be coloured or will, as long as it is very clear and visible, black and white suffice.

I did pick up a link from one of the fire brigades stating that other signs may be used as long as they are clear and can be understood by all.

Cheers

Ged

Posted By LJ
Ged,
It is not considered good practice to display signs on backs of doors, display the sign as near to the exit as possible, ensure that it can not be obscured by other items.
All safety signs should conform to the the
The health & safety ( Safety Signs & Signals)Regulations 1996

For further info try this link, look at the para on Fire safety signs http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/indg184.htm

regards
LJ