Hygiene & Catering Signs

Hygiene & Catering Signs help communicate essential food safety, cleanliness and personal hygiene requirements in commercial kitchens, food preparation areas and catering environments. Also known as food hygiene signs, kitchen safety signs, hand washing signs and catering notices, they provide clear instructions that support good hygiene practices and workplace safety.

These signs are widely used in restaurants, cafés, takeaways, pubs, schools, hospitals, care homes, food factories and commercial catering facilities. They are commonly installed in kitchens, washrooms, food preparation rooms, storage areas, cleaning stations and staff welfare areas.

Rainbow Safety manufactures a wide range of Hygiene & Catering Signs in the UK using durable materials including self-adhesive vinyl, rigid plastic and aluminium. Standard and bespoke signs are available to help businesses maintain high standards of food hygiene and safety.

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Now Wash Your Hands Sign with blue mandatory hand washing symbol
Now Wash Your Hands Sign
Clearly instructs people to wash their hands to support good hygiene standards and help reduce the spread of germs.
• Instructs people to wash their hands thoroughly
• Suitable for washrooms, kitchens, healthcare facilities and workplaces
• Bold blue mandatory design with a clear hand washing symbol provides quick recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic 1mm (Self Adhesive Back), Rigid Plastic (2mm), Rigid Plastic 2mm (Self Adhesive Back) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps reinforce hand washing procedures and maintain good hygiene practices
£2.01
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Use Hand Sanitiser Sign with blue mandatory hand sanitising symbol
Use Hand Sanitiser Sign
Clearly instructs staff and visitors to use hand sanitiser to support good hygiene practices and help reduce the spread of germs.
• Instructs people to use hand sanitiser to maintain good hand hygiene
• Suitable for workplaces, healthcare settings, public areas and hygiene-controlled environments
• Clear blue mandatory symbol and bold text provide quick recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic 1mm (Self Adhesive Back), Rigid Plastic (2mm), Rigid Plastic 2mm (Self Adhesive Back) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps reinforce hand sanitising procedures and promote cleaner shared environments
£2.26
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Did You Wash Them hand hygiene sign with white hand graphics on a blue background
Did You Wash Them? Hygiene Sign
Clearly reminds staff and visitors to wash their hands properly to support good hygiene practices and help reduce the spread of germs.
• Encourages proper handwashing and reinforces hygiene awareness
• Suitable for washrooms, kitchens, workplaces and public facilities
• Bold blue design with clear white text and hand graphics provides quick recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic 1mm (Self Adhesive Back), Rigid Plastic (2mm), Rigid Plastic 2mm (Self Adhesive Back) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps reinforce the importance of handwashing and promote cleaner environments
£2.26
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Please Wear A Face Covering Sign with blue mandatory face covering symbol
Please Wear A Face Covering Sign
Clearly reminds staff and visitors to wear a face covering in designated areas to support hygiene and workplace safety procedures.
• Encourages people to wear a face covering in designated areas
• Suitable for workplaces, retail spaces, healthcare settings and public environments
• Bold blue mandatory design with a clear face covering symbol provides quick recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic 1mm (Self Adhesive Back), Rigid Plastic (2mm), Rigid Plastic 2mm (Self Adhesive Back), Self Adhesive Vinyl and Recyclable Correx ® (4mm)
• Helps reinforce face covering requirements and hygiene procedures
£5.72
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Wear Hairnets Sign with blue mandatory hairnet symbol
Wear Hairnets Sign
Clearly instructs staff and visitors to wear hairnets in designated areas to support hygiene standards and help reduce contamination risks.
• Instructs personnel to wear hairnets in hygiene-controlled areas
• Suitable for food preparation areas, kitchens, factories and clean workspaces
• Clear blue mandatory symbol and bold white text provide quick recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic 1mm (Self Adhesive Back), Rigid Plastic (2mm), Rigid Plastic 2mm (Self Adhesive Back) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps reinforce workplace hygiene procedures and contamination control
£2.26
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Caution Very Hot Water Sign with yellow and black warning symbol
Caution Very Hot Water Sign
Clearly warns individuals of very hot water to increase safety awareness and help reduce the risk of burns and scalding injuries.
• Warns people about very hot water and associated burn or scalding risks
• Suitable for toilets, kitchens, washrooms and commercial facilities
• High-visibility yellow and black warning design provides quick recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic 1mm (Self Adhesive Back), Rigid Plastic (2mm), Rigid Plastic 2mm (Self Adhesive Back) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps reinforce hot water safety awareness around potentially hazardous areas
£2.26
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Caution very hot water temperature warning sign
Caution Very Hot Water Temperature Sign
Caution Very Hot Water Temperature Sign clearly warns individuals about dangerously hot water to help reduce the risk of burns and scalding injuries.
• Alerts people to the presence of very hot water temperatures
• Suitable for bathrooms, kitchens, boiler rooms, and wash areas
• High-visibility yellow and black design ensures instant recognition
• Manufactured from Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps improve safety awareness and reduce scalding risks
£0.84
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Now Wash Your Hands Sign with blue mandatory handwashing symbol
Now Wash Your Hands Hygiene Sign
Clearly reminds staff and visitors to wash their hands to support good hygiene practices and help reduce contamination risks.
• Encourages people to wash their hands and maintain good hand hygiene
• Suitable for washrooms, kitchens, healthcare facilities and workplaces
• Clear blue mandatory symbol and bold text provide quick recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic 1mm (Self Adhesive Back), Rigid Plastic (2mm), Rigid Plastic 2mm (Self Adhesive Back) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps reinforce handwashing procedures and reduce the spread of germs
£2.26
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Stop The Spread Of Germs Hygiene Sign with Catch It Bin It Kill It guidance
Stop The Spread Of Germs Hygiene Sign (Red Background)
Clearly promotes good hygiene practices with Catch It, Bin It and Kill It guidance to help reduce the spread of germs.
• Encourages people to catch coughs and sneezes, dispose of tissues and clean their hands
• Suitable for workplaces, schools, healthcare facilities and public areas
• Bold headings, contrasting colours and clear symbols provide quick recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic 1mm (Self Adhesive Back), Rigid Plastic (2mm), Rigid Plastic 2mm (Self Adhesive Back) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps reinforce everyday hygiene awareness in shared environments
£2.26
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Stop The Spread Of Germs Hygiene Sign with blue Catch It Bin It Kill It guidance
Stop The Spread Of Germs Hygiene Sign (Blue Background)
Clearly promotes good hygiene practices with Catch It, Bin It and Kill It guidance to help reduce the spread of germs.
• Encourages people to catch coughs and sneezes, dispose of tissues and clean their hands
• Suitable for workplaces, schools, healthcare facilities and public areas
• Bold blue design, clear text and recognisable symbols provide quick recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic 1mm (Self Adhesive Back), Rigid Plastic (2mm), Rigid Plastic 2mm (Self Adhesive Back) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps reinforce everyday hygiene awareness and cleaner shared environments
£2.26
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Stop The Spread Of Germs Use Hand Sanitiser Hygiene Sign with red and blue symbols
Stop The Spread Of Germs Use Hand Sanitiser Hygiene Sign
Clearly reminds people to use hand sanitiser to help stop the spread of germs and maintain good hygiene practices.
• Encourages the use of hand sanitiser to help reduce the spread of germs
• Suitable for workplaces, healthcare facilities, schools and public areas
• High-visibility red and blue design with clear symbols provides quick recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic 1mm (Self Adhesive Back), Rigid Plastic (2mm), Rigid Plastic 2mm (Self Adhesive Back) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps reinforce hand hygiene procedures and promote cleaner shared environments
£2.26
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Please Wash Your Hands After Visiting The Toilet Sign with blue mandatory handwashing symbol
Please Wash Your Hands After Visiting The Toilet Hygiene Sign
Clearly reminds users to wash their hands after visiting the toilet to support good hygiene practices and help reduce the spread of germs.
• Instructs people to wash their hands after using toilet facilities
• Suitable for washrooms, workplaces, restaurants and public facilities
• Clear blue mandatory symbol and bold text provide quick recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic 1mm (Self Adhesive Back), Rigid Plastic (2mm), Rigid Plastic 2mm (Self Adhesive Back) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps reinforce handwashing procedures and maintain hygiene standards
£2.01
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Use Handwash Station Before Entering Sign with blue mandatory handwashing symbol
Use Handwash Station Before Entering Hygiene Sign
Clearly instructs staff and visitors to use the handwash station before entering to support hygiene standards and help reduce contamination risks.
• Instructs people to use the handwash station before entering designated areas
• Suitable for food preparation areas, kitchens, healthcare facilities and hygiene-controlled workplaces
• Clear blue mandatory symbol and bold text provide quick recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic 1mm (Self Adhesive Back), Rigid Plastic (2mm), Rigid Plastic 2mm (Self Adhesive Back) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps reinforce handwashing procedures before entering hygiene-controlled areas
£2.26
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Steaming Oven Hygiene Sign with safe oven opening instructions
Steaming Oven Hygiene Sign
Provides clear instructions for safely releasing steam and water before fully opening a steaming oven door.
• Instructs users to open the oven door sufficiently to break the seal and allow steam and water to escape
• Suitable for commercial kitchens, catering areas and food preparation environments
• Bold blue mandatory design and clear text provide strong visibility and understanding
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic 1mm (Self Adhesive Back), Rigid Plastic (2mm), Rigid Plastic 2mm (Self Adhesive Back) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps reinforce safe steaming oven procedures and improve kitchen safety awareness
£2.01
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Slicing Machine Hygiene Sign with operating and cleaning instructions
Slicing Machine Hygiene Sign
Provides clear operating and cleaning instructions to support safe use and hygiene procedures when using slicing equipment.
• Instructs users to disconnect the power before cleaning, refit the guard correctly and return the slicing thickness indicator to zero after use
• Suitable for commercial kitchens, food preparation areas and catering environments
• Clear blue mandatory design and instructional text provide strong visibility and readability
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic 1mm (Self Adhesive Back), Rigid Plastic (2mm), Rigid Plastic 2mm (Self Adhesive Back) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps reinforce safe slicing machine operation, cleaning procedures and workplace hygiene
£2.01
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The Consumption Of Food And Drink Is Forbidden In This Area Sign
The Consumption Of Food And Drink Is Forbidden In This Area Sign
Clearly prohibits the consumption of food and drink in designated areas to help maintain hygiene and reduce contamination risks.
• Clearly informs staff and visitors that eating and drinking are forbidden in the designated area
• Suitable for laboratories, production areas, clean rooms and restricted workplaces
• Bold prohibition symbol and high-contrast text provide clear visibility and quick recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic 1mm (Self Adhesive Back), Rigid Plastic (2mm), Rigid Plastic 2mm (Self Adhesive Back) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps reinforce hygiene controls and prevent food and drink consumption in restricted environments
£2.01
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Not Drinking Water Hygiene Sign with prohibition symbol
Not Drinking Water Hygeine Sign
Clearly warns individuals not to drink from non-potable water sources to help protect health and maintain hygiene standards.
• Prevents individuals from drinking water identified as unsuitable for drinking
• Suitable for workplaces, industrial sites, kitchens and maintenance areas
• Bold prohibition symbol and high-contrast text provide clear visibility and recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic 1mm (Self Adhesive Back), Rigid Plastic (2mm), Rigid Plastic 2mm (Self Adhesive Back) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps identify non-drinking water sources and reduce the risk of accidental consumption
£2.01
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Convector Oven Hygiene Sign with heater fan operating instruction
Convector Oven Hygiene Sign
Provides clear operating instructions for the safe and correct use of convector ovens in food preparation environments.
• Instructs users to switch off the heater fan button before opening the oven doors
• Suitable for commercial kitchens, catering areas and food preparation facilities
• Bold blue mandatory design and clear text provide excellent visibility and readability
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic 1mm (Self Adhesive Back), Rigid Plastic (2mm), Rigid Plastic 2mm (Self Adhesive Back) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps reinforce correct convector oven procedures and support safer kitchen working practices
£2.01
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In The Interests Of Food Hygiene Wash Only Hands Here Sign
In The Interests Of Food Hygiene Wash Only Hands Here Sign
Clearly identifies a designated handwashing sink to help maintain food hygiene standards and reduce cross-contamination risks.
• Instructs staff and visitors to use the designated sink for handwashing only
• Suitable for kitchens, food preparation areas and hygiene stations
• Bold blue mandatory design and clear white text provide excellent visibility and readability
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic 1mm (Self Adhesive Back), Rigid Plastic (2mm), Rigid Plastic 2mm (Self Adhesive Back) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps reinforce correct handwashing facilities and support food hygiene procedures
£4.07
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Please Remove Jewellery Before Commencing Work Sign
Please Remove Jewellery Before Commencing Work Sign
Reminds staff to remove jewellery before commencing work to support hygiene standards and safer workplace procedures.
• Instructs staff to remove jewellery before commencing work
• Suitable for food preparation areas, factories, kitchens and industrial workplaces
• Bold blue mandatory design and clear white text provide excellent visibility and understanding
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic 1mm (Self Adhesive Back), Rigid Plastic (2mm), Rigid Plastic 2mm (Self Adhesive Back) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps reinforce hygiene procedures and reduce contamination risks in working environments
£2.26
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Wash Utensils Only mandatory safety sign
Wash Utensils Only Sign
Wash utensils only sign designed to clearly identify designated sinks for utensil cleaning and help maintain hygiene standards in food preparation areas.
• Clearly identifies sinks intended for washing utensils only
• Suitable for kitchens, food preparation areas, catering facilities and cleaning stations
• Bold blue mandatory design provides clear visibility and easy recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic 1mm (Self Adhesive Back), Rigid Plastic (2mm), Rigid Plastic 2mm (Self Adhesive Back) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps support good hygiene practices and reduce the risk of cross-contamination
£2.26
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Cooked Meats Only mandatory food hygiene sign
Cooked Meats Only Sign
Cooked Meats Only Sign designed to clearly identify designated areas or equipment for cooked meats and help maintain good food hygiene practices.
• Clearly identifies areas or equipment intended for cooked meats only
• Suitable for kitchens, food preparation areas and catering environments
• Bold blue mandatory design provides clear visibility and easy recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic 1mm (Self Adhesive Back), Rigid Plastic (2mm), Rigid Plastic 2mm (Self Adhesive Back) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps support safe food handling practices and reduce the risk of cross-contamination
£4.17
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Raw Meats Only mandatory food hygiene sign
Raw Meats Only Sign
Raw Meats Only Sign designed to clearly identify designated areas or equipment for raw meats and help maintain good food hygiene practices.
• Clearly identifies areas or equipment intended for raw meats only
• Suitable for kitchens, food preparation areas and catering environments
• Bold blue mandatory design provides clear visibility and easy recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic 1mm (Self Adhesive Back), Rigid Plastic (2mm), Rigid Plastic 2mm (Self Adhesive Back) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps support food hygiene procedures and reduce the risk of cross-contamination
£2.26
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Store cooked food in a separate compartment or on a higher shelf away from raw food sign
Store Cooked Food In A Seperate Compartment Sign
Store cooked food in a separate compartment or on a higher shelf away from raw food sign designed to promote safe food storage and help reduce cross-contamination risks.
• Instructs staff to store cooked food separately from raw food
• Suitable for kitchens, food preparation areas, catering facilities and refrigeration storage areas
• Bold blue mandatory design provides clear visibility and easy recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic 1mm (Self Adhesive Back), Rigid Plastic (2mm), Rigid Plastic 2mm (Self Adhesive Back) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps maintain food hygiene standards and supports contamination control procedures
£2.26
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Food Allergy Ask A Member Of Staff Sign with allergen symbols
Food Allergy - Ask A Member Of Staff Sign
Food Allergy - Ask A Member Of Staff Sign reminds customers with a food allergy or intolerance to ask staff about the ingredients in their meal.
• Encourages customers to ask a member of staff about food allergies, intolerances and ingredients
• Suitable for cafés, restaurants, takeaways and catering environments
• Clear high-contrast design and allergen symbols provide excellent visibility and recognition
• Available in Aluminium Composite (3mm), Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic 1mm (Self Adhesive Back), Rigid Plastic (2mm), Rigid Plastic 2mm (Self Adhesive Back) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps support food allergy awareness and clear communication between customers and staff
£2.26
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Clean Your Hands Don't Pass It On hygiene sign with sanitiser dispenser
Clean Your Hands Don't Pass It On Sign
Promote good hand hygiene with this highly visible Clean Your Hands Don't Pass It On sign.
• Encourages regular hand cleaning to help reduce the spread of germs and infection
• Ideal for workplaces, schools, healthcare settings and public areas
• Bold red and white design with clear graphics provides excellent visibility
• Available in Aluminium Composite (3mm)
• Helps reinforce hygiene awareness and supports infection control procedures
£32.85
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Hygiene & Catering Signs Guide

Hygiene & Catering Signs provide clear visual instructions that promote good food hygiene, personal cleanliness and safe working practices. They help staff and visitors understand hygiene requirements, reducing the risk of contamination while encouraging compliance with workplace food safety procedures.

Whether displayed in commercial kitchens, food preparation areas or catering facilities, these signs improve communication and help create safer, cleaner working environments.

Where Are Hygiene & Catering Signs Used?

  • Commercial kitchens
  • Food preparation rooms
  • Restaurants and cafés
  • Takeaways and fast food outlets
  • Food manufacturing facilities
  • School and hospital kitchens
  • Staff washrooms and hand washing stations
  • Food storage and cleaning areas

Available Materials

Self-Adhesive Vinyl

Ideal for smooth walls, doors, tiles and other clean internal surfaces.

Rigid Plastic

Durable and easy to clean, making it suitable for kitchens and food preparation areas.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Hygiene & Catering Signs?

Hygiene & Catering Signs display important food safety, hygiene and cleaning instructions for staff and visitors working in food preparation and catering environments.

Where should hygiene signs be displayed?

They should be positioned where instructions are most relevant, including hand washing stations, food preparation areas, kitchens, storage rooms and staff welfare facilities.

Are hygiene signs required in commercial kitchens?

Clear signage helps reinforce hygiene procedures, reminds staff of good working practices and supports effective food safety management.

What types of hygiene signs are available?

The range includes hand washing signs, food hygiene notices, cleaning instructions, personal hygiene reminders, kitchen safety signs and food preparation notices.

Can Hygiene & Catering Signs be cleaned?

Yes. Rigid plastic, aluminium and self-adhesive vinyl signs feature smooth surfaces that can be cleaned using appropriate cleaning products.

Can these signs be used in food factories?

Yes. They are suitable for commercial kitchens, food processing plants, manufacturing facilities and other environments where hygiene standards are essential.

Do you manufacture custom hygiene signs?

Yes. Rainbow Safety can produce bespoke Hygiene & Catering Signs with custom wording, symbols and branding to suit your workplace.

Which material should I choose?

Self-adhesive vinyl is ideal for smooth surfaces, rigid plastic suits most indoor locations, while aluminium provides additional durability where required.

Why Buy From Rainbow Safety?

  • Manufactured in the UK
  • Over 30 years of safety signage expertise
  • Fast dispatch on standard products
  • Trade discounts available
  • Custom signs manufactured to order
  • Extensive range of food hygiene and workplace safety signs
  • Trusted by UK businesses, schools, healthcare providers and food manufacturers
  • Expert advice from an experienced safety signage team