Fire Exit & Evacuation Signs
Fire Exit & Evacuation Signs Guide
Fire Exit & Evacuation Signs help direct building occupants towards designated escape routes and emergency exits during a fire or other emergency situation. Recognised by their green background and white symbols, these signs provide clear wayfinding information when rapid evacuation is required.
Effective evacuation signage helps reduce confusion, improve evacuation times and support workplace fire safety procedures. They form an important part of emergency planning across commercial, industrial and public buildings.
Where Are Fire Exit & Evacuation Signs Used?
- Office buildings and business premises
- Factories and manufacturing facilities
- Warehouses and distribution centres
- Schools, colleges and universities
- Hospitals and healthcare facilities
- Hotels and leisure venues
- Retail premises and shopping centres
- Public buildings and local authority facilities
Types Of Fire Exit & Evacuation Signs
Available Materials
Self-Adhesive Vinyl
Ideal for smooth walls, doors and internal escape route installations.
Rigid Plastic
Durable and suitable for most workplace, commercial and public buildings.
Aluminium
Provides excellent durability for demanding indoor and outdoor environments.
Glow In The Dark
Photoluminescent material remains visible during power failures and emergency conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are fire exit and evacuation signs?
Fire exit and evacuation signs direct people towards emergency exits, escape routes and assembly points during an emergency.
What colour are fire exit signs?
Fire exit signs use a green background with white symbols and text to indicate safe escape routes.
Where should fire exit signs be installed?
They should be positioned along escape routes, above exits, at route changes and wherever directional guidance is required.
Why are evacuation signs important?
They help occupants identify the safest route to leave a building quickly and safely during an emergency.
What types of evacuation signs are available?
Common examples include fire exit signs, directional arrows, assembly point signs, refuge signs and emergency exit signs.
Are glow in the dark fire exit signs available?
Yes. Photoluminescent signs remain visible during power failures and low-light emergency conditions.
Can fire exit signs be customised?
Yes. Rainbow Safety can manufacture bespoke evacuation signage with custom text, directional information and site-specific requirements.
What material is best for fire exit signs?
Rigid plastic is suitable for most buildings, while glow in the dark materials provide enhanced emergency visibility.
Why Buy From Rainbow Safety?
- Manufactured in the UK
- Over 30 years of fire safety signage expertise
- Fast dispatch on standard products
- Trade discounts available
- Custom evacuation signs available
- Large range of fire safety and emergency signage
- Trusted by UK businesses, schools, contractors and local authorities
- Expert support from an experienced fire safety signage team