Braille - Drinking Water - ISO 7010: E015 - Drinking Water Safety Signs

Used to identify safe and potable water sources for all individuals, including those who are blind or visually impaired. It features both tactile lettering and Braille, allowing users to read the message by touch, ensuring accessibility and compliance with disability inclusion standards such as the Equality Act 2010.

Typically placed near water fountains, taps, dispensers, or refill stations in public buildings, hospitals, schools, transportation hubs, and workplaces. It ensures that individuals can confidently locate drinking water sources without assistance, promoting independence and equal access to essential facilities.

Installing Braille signs in areas offering drinking water is not only a good accessibility practice but often a legal requirement in many public and commercial settings. It also helps prevent confusion or potential health risks by clearly distinguishing drinking water points from non-potable or industrial water sources.

In summary, a Braille - Drinking Water sign should be used wherever potable water is provided in shared or public spaces. It promotes inclusivity, enhances safety, and ensures compliance with accessibility standards by making vital information available to everyone.

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.