Fire Escape Keep Clear - Safety Signs by Caledonia Signs

A “Fire Escape Keep Clear” sign is vital for ensuring that designated fire escape routes remain unobstructed and easily accessible at all times. During an emergency, such as a fire, clear and direct access to escape routes is essential for the safe and swift evacuation of occupants. If these routes are blocked by furniture, equipment, or storage, it can delay evacuation, cause panic, and potentially lead to injuries or fatalities.

This sign serves as a clear reminder to building occupants, staff, and visitors that fire escapes and their approaches must never be cluttered or blocked. Maintaining a clear fire escape route supports fire safety plans and helps comply with regulations aimed at protecting life and property.

“Fire Escape Keep Clear” signs should be installed near fire escape doors, along corridors leading to fire exits, and at access points to stairwells or external escape routes in workplaces, schools, hospitals, residential buildings, and public venues. Placement at eye level ensures they are clearly visible to anyone using or managing these areas.

By using these signs, building managers promote awareness and responsibility for maintaining safe escape paths. This helps ensure that, in an emergency, occupants can evacuate quickly and safely without unnecessary obstacles, greatly improving overall fire safety and emergency preparedness.

Materials Explained

Below is a more detailed description of the materials this particular safety sign is available in. Helping you decide which sign option is most suitable for your application.

Rigid Plastic: This lightweight, gloss white PVC is resistant to weather, moisture, chemicals, and general wear and tear, making it suitable for harsh environments. Its smooth, solid surface allows for crisp printing of text and graphics, enhancing readability and visual impact. Businesses who choose Rigid Plastic signs benefit from fewer replacements and minimal maintenance, making it a practical investment for reliable and effective safety signs.

Self-Adhesive Vinyl: Self-adhesive vinyl is easy to apply and it’s budget-friendly. Its adhesive backing allows for easy application to a variety of surfaces such as glass, metal, plastic, and painted walls, which simplifies installation and reduces setup time. Self-adhesive vinyl provides a clean, professional finish that suits many indoor environments including offices, retail, industrial sites, and vehicles. It is more affordable than many other material types and allows for custom shapes, colours, and graphics.