Many workplaces present hazards. Therefore, it’s important to have the correct health and safety signage to ensure employees and members of the public are safe. Signs have the potential to save lives by giving vital instructions and warnings. Here’s a few circumstances where you’ll want to ensure your signs are clearly displayed.
UK Guidelines For Health & Safety Signage
The UK has stringent guidelines for some industries and circumstances when it comes to signs. You must ensure you know what’s expected of you, otherwise you could face legal penalties. If somebody becomes injured as a result of a lack of signage, you will be liable. This is easily avoided by carrying out appropriate risk assessments and installing adequate safety signage.
The Different Types Of Signs
The types of signage available gives you some clues as to where they’re needed. If you can think of anywhere where your premises would benefit from one of these signs, it’s a safe bet to assume it will be legally required. Safety signs could include:
- Warning signs for dangers such as electric shock or fall risk.
- Safety equipment signs which instruct people to wear PPE.
- Signs which prohibit inappropriate behaviour like running near a pool.
- Medical kit or first aid signs, including signs for eye washes.
- Fire safety signs for fire extinguishers and blankets.
- Health and safety law signs.
- Emergency exit signs.
Other signs are available, but most will come under one of the categories above.
Where To Put Your Safety Signage
There’s little point in hanging an emergency exit sign nowhere near a building’s exit. Similarly, you wouldn’t want to put a hard hat sign in a place where it will be seen too late. Make sure that your signs are placed in a suitable area and make it as easy as possible to follow the instructions.
Signs must be visible and not obstructed. They should be secured to the wall or placed in a way which means they are very unlikely to break or be tampered with. It’s your responsibility to ensure your safety signs are clear and easy to read, so ensure they are well maintained.
For Safety Signage, Choose Signlink
We can design and install your safety signage to ensure your premises is as safe as possible. Get in touch with our team today to discuss your requirements and get your custom signs produced.