Bay - Specify Letter or Number - Safety Signs by Caledonia Signs

Clearly identify a specific bay, dock, or storage area within a warehouse, factory, distribution centre, or logistics hub. Customisation allows businesses to assign numbers, letters, or a combination (e.g., Bay A, Bay 1a) to match their operational layout, making navigation and organisation easier for staff, drivers, and visitors.

These signs are particularly useful in warehouses, industrial facilities, retail distribution centres, shipping docks, and construction sites where multiple bays are in use. Customizable signage ensures that each bay is clearly labeled according to your facility’s unique system, reducing confusion, speeding up loading and unloading operations, and improving workflow efficiency.

In addition to improving efficiency, custom bay signs enhance workplace safety. Clearly labeled bays help prevent vehicles from blocking the wrong area, reduce congestion, and minimise the risk of accidents during loading and unloading operations. They also support better coordination of logistics schedules and inventory management.

For maximum effectiveness, the sign should be prominently displayed at eye level or above each bay, visible from a distance to approaching vehicles and personnel. Using bold lettering, contrasting colours, and consistent formats improves visibility and ensures staff and drivers can quickly identify the correct bay, maintaining safe and organized operations.

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.

2. Self-Adhesive Vinyl: A high gloss, flexible PVC vinyl with self-adhesive backing. Suitable for applying to most smooth, dry and clean surfaces. Ideally suited for internal signs.