Hotel Fire Safety Signs: Complete Buying Guide | SafetySignHub

Ensure Guest Safety with the Right Fire Signs

This guide helps you choose the essential fire safety signs for your hotel, from guest rooms to kitchens.

Typical signs needed: 50-500+
Time to read: 8 mins
Difficulty: Easy

Guest Room Signage: What's Essential?

Each guest room needs specific signage to inform occupants about fire safety procedures. These signs are crucial for providing clear instructions in an emergency.

You'll need a fire action notice in every room, detailing the fire evacuation procedure. This should be prominently displayed, typically near the door or by the telephone. Don't forget room number signs – these assist emergency services in locating rooms quickly. Consider adding a no smoking sign in each room, even if your hotel is entirely non-smoking, to avoid any confusion.

Item	Quantity	Notes
Fire action notice	Per room	Place near door or telephone
Room number sign	Per room	Mount outside each door
No smoking sign	Per room	Optional, but recommended

Quick Tip: Choose self-adhesive signs for easy installation on doors and walls in guest rooms.

Let's move on to corridor and escape route signage.

Corridor & Escape Route Signs: Guiding Guests to Safety

Clear and visible escape route signage is vital in corridors and hallways. These signs guide guests to the nearest fire exit in a clear and unambiguous way, especially in low-light conditions.

Install fire exit signs along all corridors, ensuring they are visible from any point. We recommend spacing them every 15-20 metres. Use directional fire exit signs with arrows to clearly indicate the escape route. For areas that may experience power outages, you'll want to use photoluminescent signs that glow in the dark. At the final exit point, a push bar to open sign is essential.

Item	Quantity	Notes
Fire exit signs	Every 15-20m	Use directional arrows
Photoluminescent signs	As needed	For low-light areas
Push bar to open	All final exits	Ensure clear visibility

Quick Tip: Consider larger sign sizes (e.g., 400x150mm) for long corridors or areas with high ceilings to improve visibility. See our Fire Exit Signs: How Many? guide for more details.

Now, let's cover fire door signage.

Fire Door Signage: Keeping Fire Doors Effective

Fire doors play a critical role in preventing the spread of fire and smoke. Proper signage ensures they function as intended and are not misused.

The most common sign you'll need is a fire door keep shut sign. This should be placed on both sides of all fire doors. For fire doors with automatic closing devices, use a fire door automatic closing sign. If a fire door needs to be kept unlocked for operational reasons, use a sign stating 'Fire door keep unlocked when not in use'. Ensure all signs are clearly visible and securely attached. See our Fire Door Signage: The Complete Guide for more information.

Item	Quantity	Notes
Fire door keep shut sign	All fire doors	Both sides of the door
Fire door automatic closing sign	As needed	For doors with closing devices

Quick Tip: Use rigid plastic signs for fire doors as they are more durable and resistant to damage. Don't forget fire door keep locked signs where applicable.

Let's move on to the kitchen and back-of-house areas.

Kitchen & Back of House: Staff and Service Areas

Staff and service areas require specific fire safety signage due to the increased risk of fire hazards. These areas often contain flammable materials and equipment that require careful management.

In the kitchen, you'll need a kitchen fire blanket sign near the fire blanket location. Install fire extinguisher signs above each fire extinguisher. In storage areas, clearly mark flammable liquid storage with appropriate warning signs. Also, ensure that staff areas have fire action notices similar to guest rooms. Consider first aid signs to indicate the location of first aid kits.

Item	Quantity	Notes
Kitchen fire blanket sign	1-2	Near fire blanket
Fire extinguisher signs	Above each extinguisher	Ensure clear visibility
Warning signs	As needed	For flammable liquids
First aid signs	2-4	Indicate first aid kit location

Quick Tip: Use durable, easy-to-clean materials for kitchen signs, such as stainless steel or rigid plastic.

Let's prepare for a fire safety inspection.

What Fire Officers Check: Be Prepared for Inspection

Fire officers will assess your hotel's fire safety measures, including the presence and condition of fire safety signs. Being prepared for an inspection can help ensure compliance and the safety of your guests and staff.

Fire officers will check that all required fire exit signs are present, correctly positioned, and clearly visible. They'll also verify that fire door keep shut signs are in place and that fire doors are functioning correctly. They will ensure that fire action notices are present in guest rooms and staff areas. Ensure all photoluminescent signs are properly charged and functional. A missing or damaged sign is an easy fix that can prevent issues.

Item	Quantity	Notes
Check all fire exit signs	All	Visibility and positioning
Check all fire door signs	All	Condition and functionality of doors
Check fire action notices	All	Placement in rooms and staff areas

Quick Tip: Conduct regular self-inspections to identify and address any potential fire safety issues before an official inspection. Not sure about sizes? Check Safety Sign Sizes Explained

Let's build your hotel sign package.

Your Hotel Sign Package: Ready to Purchase with Confidence

Now that you know which fire safety signs you need, you can confidently create a comprehensive sign package for your hotel. This will ensure the safety of your guests and staff and help you meet fire safety regulations.

Based on the size and layout of your hotel, you'll need a combination of fire exit signs, fire door keep shut signs, fire action notices, and other essential signs. Remember to consider the specific requirements of each area, including guest rooms, corridors, kitchens, and storage areas. For a 10-room hotel, budget £100-£200. For a 200-room hotel, budget £500-£1000.

Quick Tip: Consider purchasing a complete fire safety sign kit to save time and ensure you have all the essential signs. Don't forget assembly point signs to direct guests in case of evacuation.

Use the buying checklist to finalize your order.

Complete Buying Checklist

Use this checklist when ordering...

Guest Room

Product	Qty	Size	Material
Fire action notices	10-200	A5	Self-adhesive
Room number signs	10-200	100x100mm	Rigid plastic
No smoking signs	10-200	100x100mm	Self-adhesive

Corridors & Escape Routes

Product	Qty	Size	Material
Fire exit signs	8-40	300x100mm	Photoluminescent
Push bar to open	1-4	200x100mm	Rigid plastic

Fire Doors

Product	Qty	Size	Material
Fire door keep shut signs	10-40	200x75mm	Rigid plastic

Kitchen & Back of House

Product	Qty	Size	Material
Fire extinguisher signs	2-6	150x400mm	Rigid plastic
Fire blanket sign	1-2	200x100mm	Rigid plastic

Estimated Total: 41-452 signs, approximately £200-£1200

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need different signs for staff areas vs. guest areas?

Yes, while some signs like fire action notices are needed in both, staff areas often require additional signage related to specific hazards, such as flammable materials or machinery. Ensure you assess the risks in each area and provide appropriate signage. For example, staff areas might need PPE mandatory signs where required.

What size should my fire exit signs be?

The size of your fire exit signs depends on the viewing distance. A 300x100mm sign is generally suitable for viewing distances up to 20 metres. For longer distances, use larger signs (e.g., 450x150mm or larger). Photoluminescent signs can improve visibility in low-light conditions. See our Safety Sign Sizes Explained guide for more details.

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