Emergency Shower Symbol - Safety Signs by Caledonia Signs

Used to show the location of a facility where people can quickly wash off hazardous substances such as chemicals, biological materials, or debris from their skin, eyes, or clothing. It usually features a white showerhead icon with water droplets, sometimes alongside a human figure, on a green background. This clear visual cue ensures that in the event of contamination, individuals can find the shower immediately and take swift action to reduce injury or harm.

It should be in place at all times in areas where there is a risk of chemical spills, splashes, or exposure to hazardous materials. Typical locations include laboratories, chemical processing plants, battery charging areas, certain manufacturing environments, and industrial cleaning zones. Even in facilities with only occasional hazardous work, the symbol remains important because accidents can happen during maintenance or cleaning activities.

The sign should be positioned so it is highly visible from all relevant workstations, ideally at eye level and unobstructed by equipment or furniture. In large or complex areas, additional directional signs with arrows may be needed to guide people quickly to the emergency shower. Illumination or reflective materials can improve visibility in low-light or power outage conditions.

Using the Emergency Shower symbol consistently across a facility not only meets safety compliance requirements but also reinforces worker awareness of emergency procedures. This quick visual reference can be the difference between a controlled incident and a serious injury when hazardous exposure occurs.

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.