Health and safety signs are essential for keeping your workplace compliant, organised, and most importantly—safe. Whether you’re operating a construction site, warehouse, office, school, shop, or healthcare facility, UK law requires you to clearly communicate risks and safety procedures. At EU Signs, we supply a comprehensive range of health and safety signs to meet your legal responsibilities and protect both staff and visitors.
Health and Safety Signs
Why Health and Safety Signs Are Required
Under the Health and Safety (Safety Signs and Signals) Regulations 1996, employers must provide appropriate safety signage wherever risks cannot be eliminated through other means. These signs act as visual reminders to encourage safe behaviour and reduce the risk of accidents or injury. Our signage range complies with BS EN ISO 7010, ensuring consistency in design, colour and meaning across your site or premises.
A Complete Range of Safety Sign Categories
Health and Safety Sign Categories
Our health and safety signs collection covers all the essential categories, including:
Warning signs: highlight potential dangers (e.g. high voltage, trip hazards)
Fire safety signs: identify extinguishers, alarms, and escape routes
Information signs: provide general information to staff and visitors. Gives essential information about the surroundings or emergency actions.
We also offer specialist signage for construction, electrical safety and hygiene.
What Are Safety Sign Materials to Suit Any Environment?
All our health and safety signs are manufactured in the UK using high-quality, durable materials. Choose from:
Self-adhesive vinyl for smooth indoor surfaces
Rigid PVC (2mm or 3mm) for general purpose signage
Foamex Board (3mm, 5mm, 10mm)
Correx Board
Aluminium composite for outdoor and industrial use
Photoluminescence (glow-in-the-dark) options for low-light or emergency scenarios
Signs are available in a variety of standard sizes, or we can manufacture custom sizes on request.
Custom Health and Safety Signs Available!
Need something specific? We offer custom health and safety signs tailored to your environment. Add your own wording, branding, or pictograms to suit your needs. Our in-house design team can assist with layout and compliance to ensure your custom signs meet the required standards.
What Do the Health and Safety Symbol Colours Mean?
Various symbols have a different colour to indicate the risk, danger, instructions or equipment required. Signs are required in any business and failure to comply with this can result in enforcement by the relevant authorities. We have explained the meaning behind the colours below.
Red: These are prohibition signs that indicate if a behaviour is likely to cause danger or be at risk. A red sign is for dangerous behaviour and is used to symbolise to stop, shutdown or evacuate an area.
Green: Green is safety related and means there is no danger present. This colour is commonly used for first aid signs or signs indicating exits. This type of sign is an emergency sign. A green sign can be used to show escape routes, first aid signs, equipment or specific facilities.
Blue: A blue sign provides information about a particular item or area. Blue signs are mandatory signage for the workplace. This coloured sign will show a specific behaviour or action, for example, to wear protective equipment.
Yellow: A yellow sign gives a warning of a hazard or danger. These signs make people aware of nearby danger. If you see a yellow sign it will tell you to be careful and take precautions in that area.
Why Order from EU Signs?
UK-manufactured, regulation-compliant signage
Fast production and express delivery available
Free local delivery within 2 miles of WD6
Volume discounts for trade and site orders
Experienced in supplying construction, retail, public and industrial sectors
Order Health and Safety Signs Online
Keep your business compliant and your people protected with clear, effective health and safety signs. Browse our full range online and order today. For bulk quotes, trade accounts, or custom signs, get in touch with our team.
Frequently Asked Questions About Health and Safety Signs
What are health and safety signs used for?
Health and safety signs are used to communicate important messages about potential hazards, safe practices, emergency exits, and required behaviour in the workplace. They reduce the risk of injury, ensure legal compliance, and improve safety awareness among staff and visitors.
Are health and safety signs required by law?
Yes. Under the Health and Safety (Safety Signs and Signals) Regulations 1996, employers must display appropriate health and safety signs where risks cannot be eliminated through other safety measures. Non-compliance may lead to enforcement actions or penalties.
What are the 4 main types of health and safety signs?
The four primary types of health and safety signs are: Warning signs (yellow), Mandatory signs (blue), Prohibition signs (red), and Emergency signs (green). Each type has a specific colour and shape to help users instantly recognise its purpose.
Do health and safety signs need to comply with a specific standard?
Yes. In the UK, health and safety signs should comply with BS EN ISO 7010. This standard ensures that the design, symbols, and colours are consistent and easily recognisable across different premises and industries.
Can I create custom health and safety signs for my workplace?
Absolutely. At EU Signs, we offer custom health and safety signs with tailored wording, branding, or pictograms to suit your specific environment. We ensure all custom signs remain compliant with UK legislation and design standards.
Where should health and safety signs be placed?
They should be placed where the risk exists — for example, near hazardous equipment, entrances to restricted areas, fire exits, or areas requiring PPE. They must be visible, well-lit, and securely fixed to be effective.
How often should I replace health and safety signs?
Signs should be inspected regularly for damage, fading, or wear. If a sign is no longer legible or has become detached, it should be replaced immediately. Workplace audits often include checks on health and safety signs.
Do you offer volume discounts on health and safety signs?
Yes, EU Signs offers bulk pricing for large orders or multi-site installations. Contact us for a quote, especially if you’re ordering for construction sites, schools, or healthcare settings.
How fast is delivery for health and safety signs?
We offer fast production and express delivery across the UK. Free local delivery is also available within 2 miles of our WD6 location. Custom signs may take slightly longer depending on complexity.
Where can I buy health and safety signs online?
You can browse and purchase our full range of health and safety signs directly from our website. Visit our Health and Safety Signs category or contact us for custom signage or trade enquiries.