Emergency exit

Emergency Exit Signs That Show the Way Out

An emergency exit sign is the green sign that shows where a safe exit is and which way to go to reach it. Thanks to the running man symbol and direction arrow, even visitors who do not speak the language can find the right exit through smoke and confusion. This category includes left and right emergency exit signs, emergency exit door signs and reminders to keep exits clear.

Types of Emergency Exit Signs

• Directional exit signs: running man signs facing left or right, based on ISO 7010 pictograms.
• Emergency exit door signs: left and right versions that show which side the door is on.
• Keep clear signs: running man signs asking people not to place goods in front of exit doors.
• Usage rule signs: text signs stating that the door may only be used in an emergency.

Correct Direction and Placement

The arrow and the running figure must point the same way as the real escape route, so check each location before choosing a left or right version. Put exit signs above exit doors, at every change of direction along corridors and at the top of stairs, high enough to be seen from a distance. In long corridors, space the signs so that the next one is visible from the last.

Glow-in-the-Dark Finish and Materials

For exit signs that must stay visible during a power cut, a photoluminescent finish is the natural choice. Use 3 mm PVC (dekota) for indoor walls, galvanized steel for exterior walls and car parks, and vinyl stickers for doors and glass. If your building needs a special size or wording, Ilgi Trafik can produce it to order.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I choose a left or a right running man sign? Choose the version that runs towards the exit from the point where the sign will hang. A sign pointing the wrong way can mislead people during an evacuation.

Do emergency exit signs have to be illuminated? Illuminated fittings and photoluminescent signs meet different needs, and the building's fire safety plan decides which is required. Photoluminescent signs stay visible in the dark without any power supply.