No Access Signs

No Access Signs are prohibition signs used to restrict entry into specific areas and prevent unauthorised access. They provide a clear visual instruction that access is prohibited, helping businesses improve safety, security and operational control throughout their premises.

Commonly referred to as Restricted Access Signs, No Unauthorised Access Signs, Access Prohibited Signs or Authorised Personnel Only Signs, they are widely used in factories, warehouses, construction sites, offices, schools, hospitals and public buildings.

Manufactured in the UK, Rainbow Safety's range of no access signs is available in self-adhesive vinyl, rigid plastic, aluminium and photoluminescent glow in the dark materials. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use, these signs help clearly identify restricted areas and support workplace access management procedures.

Passengers Prohibited Sign
Clearly indicates that carrying passengers is prohibited to help maintain safe working practices around vehicles and industrial equipment.
• Clearly prohibits the carrying of passengers
• Suitable for vehicles, industrial equipment, warehouses and construction sites
• Bold red and white prohibition design provides 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 workplace safety rules and reduce accident risks
No Entry To Unauthorised Personnel Sign
Clearly restricts access to controlled areas and helps prevent unauthorised personnel from entering designated zones.
• Clearly prevents entry by unauthorised personnel
• Suitable for construction sites, workplaces and restricted access zones
• Bold red and white design provides quick recognition and high visibility
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic 1mm (Self Adhesive Back), Rigid Plastic (2mm), Rigid Plastic 2mm (Self Adhesive Back), Self Adhesive Vinyl and 4mm Recyclable Correx ®
• Helps improve workplace security, safety awareness and access control
No Pacemakers Beyond This Point Sign
Clearly restricts access for individuals with pacemakers beyond a designated point to provide clear safety guidance in sensitive areas.
• Clearly indicates that individuals with pacemakers must not proceed beyond the designated point
• Suitable for hospitals, industrial sites, laboratories and restricted zones
• Bold red and white prohibition design provides high 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 warn individuals with pacemakers before entering restricted areas
No Unauthorised Persons Allowed Beyond This Point Sign
Clearly restricts access beyond a designated point to authorised personnel only and helps maintain controlled access within the workplace.
• Clearly prevents unauthorised persons from proceeding beyond designated access points
• Suitable for doors, gates, warehouses, factories and restricted work areas
• Bold red and white prohibition design provides high 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 improve workplace security and maintain controlled site access
No Access Beyond This Point Sign
Clearly prevents unauthorised entry beyond a designated point, helping maintain secure and controlled access to restricted areas.
• Clearly states that access beyond the designated point is prohibited
• Suitable for workplaces, construction sites, private areas and restricted zones
• Bold red and white prohibition design provides high 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 improve site security, safety awareness and access control
No Addmittance Without A Permit To Work Sign
Clearly restricts entry to controlled work areas unless a valid permit to work is in place, helping reinforce safe access procedures.
• Clearly states that admittance without a permit to work is prohibited
• Suitable for construction sites, industrial facilities and restricted access zones
• Bold red and white prohibition design provides high 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 permit-to-work procedures and workplace safety compliance
Employees Only Sign
Clearly restricts access to employees only, helping maintain controlled access, privacy and security within designated workplace areas.
• Clearly indicates that access is limited to employees only
• Suitable for workplaces, staff areas, offices and restricted zones
• Bold red and white prohibition design provides high 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 improve workplace security, privacy and access control
No Hoods Sign
Clearly prohibits the wearing of hoods in designated areas, helping support site security and clear identification.
• Clearly informs individuals that hoods are not permitted in the area
• Suitable for entrances, reception areas, retail premises and public buildings
• Bold red and white prohibition design provides high 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 support security procedures and improve facial identification
Strictly No Admittance Sign
Clearly prevents unauthorised access to restricted areas with a highly visible prohibition message for effective access control.
• Clearly states that entry is prohibited in restricted areas
• Suitable for doors, gates, plant rooms, storage areas and controlled access points
• Bold red and white prohibition design provides high 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 improve site security and restrict unauthorised access
No Children Sign
Clearly prohibits children from entering designated restricted or hazardous areas, helping maintain controlled access and workplace safety.
• Clearly indicates that children are not permitted to enter the designated area
• Suitable for workshops, warehouses, loading bays and industrial sites
• Bold red and white prohibition design provides high 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 improve workplace safety and maintain controlled site access
No Entry Without Protective Clothing Sign
Clearly informs individuals that protective clothing must be worn before entering designated areas to support PPE compliance and workplace safety.
• Prevents entry without the required protective clothing
• Suitable for factories, warehouses, construction sites and hazardous work areas
• Bold red and white prohibition design provides 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 PPE requirements and workplace safety procedures
No Through Traffic Sign
Clearly prevents through traffic from entering designated areas, helping maintain controlled vehicle access and improve site safety.
• Clearly informs drivers that through traffic is not permitted
• Suitable for private roads, residential zones and restricted access areas
• Bold red and white prohibition design provides high 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 reduce congestion and improve safety in controlled traffic environments
No Thoroughfare Sign
Clearly prevents pedestrian access through designated routes, helping control movement and restrict unnecessary entry beyond the marked point.
• Clearly informs people that the route does not continue beyond the designated point
• Suitable for footpaths, corridors, stairwells and site walkways
• Bold red and white prohibition design provides high 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 reduce congestion and prevent unnecessary access into dead-end areas
Scaffolding Incomplete Do Not Use Sign
Scaffolding Incomplete Do Not Use Sign clearly warns people not to access or use incomplete scaffolding structures.
• Prevents access to incomplete scaffolding that must not be used
• Suitable for construction sites, refurbishment projects and maintenance areas
• Bold red and white prohibition design provides high visibility and instant recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic (2mm) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps reinforce site safety rules and reduce the risk of falls
No Pedestrians Sign
Clearly restricts pedestrian access to designated areas, helping separate people from hazardous zones and controlled vehicle routes.
• Clearly informs people that pedestrian access is prohibited in the area
• Suitable for construction sites, warehouses, loading bays and vehicle routes
• Bold red and white prohibition design provides high 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 improve workplace safety by separating pedestrians from hazardous zones
Private Property Keep Out Sign - BS 5499 Compliant
Clearly warns against unauthorised access to private property, helping deter trespassing and reinforce restricted access.
• Clearly informs people that the property is private and they must keep out
• Suitable for private land, gates, fences, buildings and restricted entrances
• Bold red and white design provides high 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 improve property security with a direct and easy-to-understand message
No Parking Keep Clear Sign
No Parking Keep Clear Sign designed to clearly inform drivers that parking is prohibited and the designated area must remain unobstructed.
• Clearly prohibits parking and instructs drivers to keep the area clear
• Suitable for driveways, loading bays, gates, service yards and access routes
• High-visibility red, white and blue design provides clear visibility and easy recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic (2mm) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps maintain clear vehicle access and supports safer site management
No Parking 24 Hour Access Required
No Parking 24 Hour Access Required Sign designed to clearly prohibit parking and ensure continuous access to designated areas at all times.
• Clearly prohibits parking and instructs drivers to keep the area clear for 24 hour access
• Suitable for emergency access points, loading areas, service yards and gated entrances
• High-visibility red, white and blue design provides clear visibility and easy recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic (2mm) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps prevent obstruction and maintain continuous access to entry and exit routes
No Parking Sign
Clearly informs drivers that parking is prohibited in designated areas, helping keep access routes clear and support safer traffic movement.
• Clearly indicates that parking is prohibited in the designated area
• Suitable for entrances, driveways, loading bays and access routes
• Bold red and white prohibition design provides high visibility and quick recognition
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm), Rigid Plastic (2mm) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps keep access areas clear and supports safer traffic movement
Private No Parking Sign
Private No Parking Sign designed to clearly inform drivers that parking is not permitted within the designated private area.
• Clearly informs drivers that parking is prohibited in private areas
• Suitable for private car parks, residential bays, staff parking areas and gated entrances
• High-contrast red and white design provides excellent 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 reduce unauthorised parking and protect designated private parking areas
No Parking 24 Hour Access Required At All Times Thank You Sign
No Parking 24 Hour Access Required At All Times Thank You Sign designed to clearly inform drivers that parking is prohibited to maintain continuous access.
• Clearly instructs drivers not to park where 24 hour access is required at all times
• Suitable for emergency access points, service yards, gates and shared driveways
• Bold red and white design provides high 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 keep access routes unobstructed and reduce delays or disruption
No Parking Garage In Constant Use Sign
No Parking Garage In Constant Use Sign designed to clearly inform drivers that garage access must remain unobstructed for continuous use.
• Clearly instructs drivers not to park in front of garages requiring constant access
• Suitable for residential garages, workshops, service bays and shared access areas
• Bold red and white design provides high 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 clear vehicle access and reduce obstruction around garage entrances

No Access Signs Guide

No Access Signs are prohibition signs designed to prevent entry into restricted, hazardous or private areas. They help employers, facilities managers and site operators communicate access restrictions clearly to employees, contractors, visitors and members of the public.

These signs are commonly installed on doors, gates, barriers, fences and restricted zones where access must be controlled for safety, security or operational reasons. Clear no access signage helps reduce risks, protect sensitive areas and prevent unauthorised entry.

Where Are No Access Signs Used?

  • Factories and manufacturing facilities
  • Warehouses and distribution centres
  • Construction sites
  • Plant rooms and service areas
  • Schools and educational premises
  • Hospitals and healthcare facilities
  • Private property and restricted zones
  • Utility and infrastructure sites

Available Materials

Self-Adhesive Vinyl

Ideal for doors, walls, windows and smooth internal surfaces.

Rigid Plastic

Durable and suitable for general workplace and public building use.

Frequently Asked Questions


What does a no access sign mean?

A no access sign indicates that entry into a specific area is prohibited and access is restricted to authorised individuals only.


Where should no access signs be displayed?

They should be positioned on doors, gates, fences, barriers and access points leading to restricted or hazardous areas.


What colour are no access signs?

No access signs typically use the recognised prohibition sign format featuring a red circle and diagonal bar with supporting text.


Why are no access signs important?

They help prevent unauthorised entry, improve workplace safety and protect restricted areas from unnecessary access.


What is the difference between no access signs and no entry signs?

Both restrict entry, although no access signs are often used to emphasise restricted access to authorised personnel or designated individuals.


Can no access signs be used outdoors?

Yes. Aluminium and rigid plastic signs are suitable for external environments where weather resistance is required.


Are no access signs suitable for construction sites?

Yes. They are commonly used to restrict access to hazardous work areas, plant zones and operational parts of a site.


Can no access signs be customised?

Yes. Rainbow Safety can manufacture bespoke no access signs featuring custom wording, branding and site-specific instructions.


Who uses no access signs?

They are widely used by manufacturers, contractors, warehouses, schools, hospitals, utility companies, local authorities and facilities managers.

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 signage manufactured to order
  • Extensive range of prohibition and workplace safety signs
  • Trusted by UK businesses, schools and local authorities
  • Expert support from an experienced safety signage team