Braille - Alarm Pull Cord - Safety Signs by Caledonia Signs

A Braille & Tactile Alarm Pull Cord sign is a vital accessibility feature that ensures individuals who are blind or visually impaired can identify the location and purpose of emergency pull cords. With raised text and braille, the sign can be read by touch, enabling users to understand that the cord is intended for summoning help in an emergency.

This type of sign is especially important in areas such as accessible toilets, care facilities, hospitals, or changing rooms, where someone may need urgent assistance but be unable to use conventional methods of communication. Clear tactile signage increases the likelihood that help can be summoned promptly, potentially saving lives or preventing serious injury.

It demonstrates a proactive commitment to creating environments that accommodate people of all abilities, ensuring that everyone has equal access to emergency communication systems.

Beyond regulation, using a Braille & Tactile Alarm Pull Cord sign reflects a strong ethos of inclusion and safety. It shows that your organisation or facility values the dignity and independence of every individual, providing reassurance that their needs have been considered and met with thoughtful, inclusive design.

Materials Explained

Any product outside of our standard choice of material/size range starts with a 5. This may include items such as rolls of tape, sign frames, floor graphics or banners. Below you can find a more detailed description of the miscellaneous material options available for this sign design.

Braille: Manufactured from durable 1.5mm 2-ply PVC with a variety of professional two-tone finishes. 2-ply PVC can be printed onto or the surface layer can be engraved to reveal a second colour beneath. Additionally, it is naturally resistant to moisture, heat, UV rays, and many chemicals. A cost-effective, low-maintenance, and highly customisable option for facilities that need tough, legible, and long-lasting signage.