No Escape - Safety Signs by Caledonia Signs

Crucial for clearly indicating areas where there is no safe exit or escape route available in case of an emergency. These signs warn occupants that certain doors or passages do not lead to a safe way out, preventing confusion and helping to avoid wasted time during evacuations. In an emergency, knowing which routes are dead ends or unsafe can be the difference between a quick escape and getting trapped.

These signs are typically used in industrial facilities, warehouses, factories, or large buildings where certain doors may lead to restricted areas, hazardous zones, or dead-end corridors. They help guide people away from potentially dangerous or inaccessible paths and direct them toward safe exits. Without such signage, people unfamiliar with the layout might mistakenly try to use these routes during an emergency, causing delays or putting themselves in harm’s way.

“No Escape” signs should be installed on or next to doors and corridors that do not provide a way out in an emergency. Common locations include doors leading to storage rooms, mechanical plant rooms, loading docks, or areas where access is restricted and does not connect to an exit route. The signs must be clearly visible to anyone approaching these points.

Using “No Escape” signs enhances overall safety by reducing confusion and guiding occupants along proper evacuation routes. They complement other emergency signage, such as exit signs and fire exit route markers, ensuring a clear, understandable system that supports quick, safe evacuation during emergencies.

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.