Safety signs should be placed in the right places

Safety signs should be easily readable even from a distance. Therefore, they should be large enough to be read by everyone. A glowing safety sign is easier to spot than the one hidden behind a plant by mistake. Safety signs that do not glow should be big enough to be seen from a distance of at least 20 metres and companies should be careful not to hide them by mistake.

Safety signs should be placed at the correct locations without having to compete with other signs. Safety signs at each location should be within the guidelines. The sign must be 2.5 m above the floor in open spaces and 1.7 m high when they are wall mounted. The height of these signs can vary.

If you have any questions or doubts about safety signs and their usage then contact your local fire authorities to clear your questions. Most people know how to read safety signs to avoid any possible injuries as there are many signs that have a universal symbol on them.

You do not have to make any changes if you already have signs that comply with the regulations. It is a legal requirement to have safety signs in offices, stairwells, hallways and more in the UK. You should always check if the signs used in your building comply with the regulations. Safety signs can save lives if they are placed correctly.