Smoke Vent - Manual Control - Safety Signs by Caledonia Signs

Inform personnel and visitors that a smoke vent in the area can be operated manually. This type of vent allows for the controlled release of smoke in the event of a fire, which helps to improve visibility, reduce smoke inhalation risks, and facilitate safer evacuation. The sign ensures that anyone responsible for activating the vent understands its location and function, supporting timely and effective responses during an emergency.

The sign is important because manual smoke vents may not operate automatically and require human intervention to function. In situations where smoke is spreading quickly, delay in activating the vent can compromise evacuation routes and increase hazards for building occupants. By clearly indicating the presence of a manually operated smoke vent, the sign helps prevent confusion, ensures prompt action, and reduces the risk of smoke-related injuries or property damage.

Smoke vent manual control signs should be placed in areas where manual activation is necessary, such as warehouses, factories, workshops, and other large commercial or industrial buildings. They are also valuable in public facilities, auditoriums, or multi-storey buildings where smoke control systems are essential for maintaining safe egress paths. Positioning the sign near the vent control or in highly visible locations ensures that trained staff and emergency responders can locate and operate the vent quickly in a critical situation.

Using a Smoke Vent - Manual Control sign reinforces fire safety awareness and encourages proper training and preparedness. It communicates that manual intervention may be required and emphasizes the responsibility of personnel to act quickly when necessary. By guiding users to the correct control points, the sign helps maintain safe evacuation conditions, protects lives, and supports effective fire management practices within the building.

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 is 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.

To achieve high performance in low light conditions and conform to ISO 16069 we recommend using Ultra Bright.

Ultra Bright Photoluminescent Rigid Plastic: Ultra Bright rigid plastic has a photoluminescent (glow in the dark) pigmentation which offers a highly effective, reliable, and energy-free visibility in low-light or blackout conditions, making them ideal for emergency exit applications. The afterglow properties exceed PSPA Class C grade, as measured to DIN 6751, provides razor sharp definition in blackout conditions.

Ultra Bright Photoluminescent Self Adhesive: Ultra Bright self adhesive vinyl is a flexible PVC with photoluminescent (glow in the dark) pigmentation. The self-adhesive backing enables quick, tool-free application on smooth, clean surfaces like walls and doors. The afterglow properties exceed PSPA Class C grade, as measured to DIN 6751, provides razor sharp definition in blackout conditions, making them ideal for emergency escape applications.