HTM Fire Exit - Arrow Left - Safety Signs by Caledonia Signs

The HTM Fire Exit – Arrow Left sign is used in healthcare environments to indicate that the nearest fire exit is located to the left, in compliance with Health Technical Memorandum (HTM) fire safety standards. These signs are tailored for medical settings, ensuring that patients, staff, and visitors can follow clear, consistent evacuation routes during an emergency.

You’ll typically find this sign in hospitals, clinics, GP surgeries, care homes, and other NHS or private medical facilities. It is installed along escape routes—such as in hallways, corridors, and junctions—where occupants need to turn left to reach the nearest fire exit. The sign helps maintain a continuous flow of direction throughout the building.

The HTM Fire Exit – Arrow Left sign is especially important in healthcare settings where some individuals may have limited mobility, cognitive difficulties, or need assistance during evacuation. HTM guidelines are designed to meet the unique demands of healthcare facilities, ensuring that signage is both accessible and immediately understandable under pressure.

Using this sign also supports compliance with UK fire safety and NHS-specific regulations, which require that fire exits be clearly marked according to HTM guidance. It plays a vital role in emergency preparedness, contributing to a safer environment for patients, staff, and visitors alike.

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.

To achieve high performance in low light conditions and conform to ISO 16069 we recommend using Ultra Bright.

Ultra Bright Photoluminescent Rigid Plastic: Ultra Bright rigid plastic has a photoluminescent (glow in the dark) pigmentation which offers a highly effective, reliable, and energy-free visibility in low-light or blackout conditions, making them ideal for emergency exit applications. The afterglow properties exceed PSPA Class C grade, as measured to DIN 6751, provides razor sharp definition in blackout conditions.

Ultra Bright Photoluminescent Self Adhesive: Ultra Bright self adhesive vinyl is a flexible PVC with photoluminescent (glow in the dark) pigmentation. The self-adhesive backing enables quick, tool-free application on smooth, clean surfaces like walls and doors. The afterglow properties exceed PSPA Class C grade, as measured to DIN 6751, provides razor sharp definition in blackout conditions, making them ideal for emergency escape applications.