HTM Fire Exit - Right - Safety Signs by Caledonia Signs

The HTM Fire Exit – Right sign is designed specifically for use in healthcare environments and adheres to Health Technical Memorandum (HTM) fire safety standards, commonly followed by NHS and other UK healthcare facilities. This sign clearly indicates that the nearest fire exit is to the right, helping guide occupants safely and efficiently in the event of an emergency evacuation.

You will typically find this sign in hospitals, clinics, care homes, GP surgeries, and other medical buildings, especially in corridors, near stairwells, or at decision points where people need to turn right to continue toward a fire exit. Its placement is strategic and part of a structured evacuation route, ensuring continuous, unambiguous direction in facilities that often have complex layouts.

The use of the HTM Fire Exit – Right sign is important because healthcare buildings house vulnerable individuals who may need assistance during evacuation, such as patients with limited mobility or staff under pressure. HTM-compliant signs are designed to be easily understood and consistently used across the healthcare sector, improving response times and minimising confusion.

Incorporating this sign supports regulatory compliance with healthcare-specific fire safety guidance and demonstrates a proactive approach to safety. It ensures that escape routes are clearly marked and easy to follow, which is critical for the protection of patients, staff, and visitors in an emergency.

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.