Fire Safety Signs

Compliance Requirements

UK legislation and regulations relevant to this category

Primary Legislation

HSWA 1974

Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974

The foundational Act for all UK workplace health and safety law. Establishes general duties of employers to employees and the public.

Signage Requirements

While the HSWA doesn't directly specify signage requirements, it mandates a safe working environment, which often necessitates signage as per regulations made under the Act.
Employers must provide adequate information, instruction, training, and supervision to ensure the health and safety of employees, which may include signage as a means of communication.

Enforced by:HSE

Max fine:Unlimited

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Primary Legislation

Building Safety Act 2022

Major reform of building safety following Grenfell. Strengthens enforcement and introduces 'golden thread' of building information.

Signage Requirements

Signage indicating the location of fire-fighting equipment (e.g., fire extinguishers, hose reels) must be clearly visible and compliant with BS EN ISO 7010.
Emergency escape route signage must be prominently displayed and easily understood, conforming to BS 5499 standards.

Enforced by:Health and Safety Executive (HSE) / Local Authority Building Control / Fire and Rescue Services

Max fine:Unlimited

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Primary Legislation

Equality Act 2010

Requires service providers to make 'reasonable adjustments' including accessible signage.

Signage Requirements

Signage must be accessible to people with disabilities, including visual, auditory, and cognitive impairments.
Reasonable adjustments must be made to signage to ensure it is understandable and usable by all.

Enforced by:Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC), County Court

Max fine:Unlimited

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Specialist

Safety Signs Regulations 1996

Health and Safety (Safety Signs and Signals) Regulations 1996

The core signage regulation. Requires employers to provide safety signs where risks cannot be avoided or controlled by other means.

Signage Requirements

Prohibition signs must be round with a black pictogram on a white background, red edging, and a red diagonal line.
Warning signs must be triangular with a black pictogram on a yellow background and black edging.

Enforced by:Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

Max fine:Unlimited

Compliance is Your Responsibility

While we provide signs that meet relevant standards, you are responsible for ensuring your workplace meets all applicable health and safety requirements. Consider a professional risk assessment if you're unsure of your obligations.