Arrow 180 Deg - Safety Signs by Caledonia Signs

Used to indicate that a person should turn completely around, reversing their direction of travel. This type of arrow is a clear visual cue in navigation and safety signage, ensuring that people know they must backtrack to reach a destination, avoid a hazard, or follow a designated route. It is often depicted as a curved arrow forming a U-shape, pointing back in the opposite direction from the current path.

These signs are commonly found in facilities with complex layouts such as factories, warehouses, hospitals, or underground areas where routes may loop or require redirection. They are also used in emergency evacuation signage, guiding people to retrace their steps if the forward route is blocked or unsafe. In transportation contexts, a 180° arrow may appear in road signage to indicate a U-turn point or in parking facilities to show that vehicles must reverse direction to exit correctly.

An Arrow 180° sign should be installed at decision points where it’s necessary to turn completely around rather than continue forward. Placement is especially important in situations where the need to reverse direction might not be obvious—such as dead-end corridors, blocked exits, or detours in industrial plants. The sign should be positioned at eye level or within the natural line of sight, and in evacuation scenarios, it should be integrated into a series of directional signs for consistency.

In short, the Arrow 180° sign is a critical navigation tool that provides unambiguous guidance to turn back. Whether used for safety, wayfinding, or traffic control, its effectiveness depends on strategic placement, high visibility, and adherence to standardized arrow designs that people can instantly understand in both everyday and emergency situations.

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.