A Fire Action – Residential Care Homes Sign is important because it provides clear, tailored instructions to staff, residents, and visitors on what to do in the event of a fire within a care home setting. Since care homes house vulnerable individuals who may have limited mobility or require assistance during emergencies, this sign helps ensure everyone understands their specific roles and the safest evacuation procedures.

The sign typically includes step-by-step guidance, such as raising the alarm, notifying the fire brigade, assisting residents with evacuation, and following any special protocols designed to protect those who need extra help. Clear communication is essential in these environments to prevent confusion and ensure a calm, organised response.

Additionally, the sign supports compliance with fire safety regulations for residential care facilities, which often have stricter requirements due to the vulnerability of occupants. It also reinforces training and drills by serving as a constant reminder of fire procedures tailored to the unique needs of care homes.

Overall, the Fire Action – Residential Care Homes Sign plays a critical role in safeguarding residents and staff by promoting preparedness, ensuring clear communication, and facilitating a safe and efficient evacuation during fire emergencies.

This fire action sign states:

The person discovering a fire will:
Operate the nearest fire alarm (The Fire Brigade is to be called immediately)

On hearing the fire alarm:
By night:-
Put on dressing gown and house shoes
Do not drop to dress fully
Ensure that others in your room are awake
Go to the place of assembly, shutting all doors behind you

By day:-
Go at once to the place of assembly
At all times - Act quietly.
Do not stop to collect your personal belongings
Do not attempt to pass others on your way to the place of assembly

The place of Assembly is [ SPACE FOR LOCATION ]

Material Options 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.

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.