Water Fire extinguisher sign

The Water Fire Extinguisher Sign provides clear and highly visible identification of the location and type of a water fire extinguisher. Displaying the sign directly above or adjacent to the extinguisher helps employees, visitors and other building users quickly recognise the equipment and distinguish it from other types of fire extinguisher that may be provided within the premises.

Water fire extinguishers are primarily intended for suitable Class A fires involving ordinary solid combustible materials such as wood, paper, cardboard and many textiles. They are commonly provided in offices, schools, shops, warehouses, factories, hotels, residential buildings and other premises where these types of combustible materials represent a significant fire risk.

Water extinguishers work mainly by cooling the burning material and reducing its temperature below the level required to sustain combustion. This makes them particularly effective for many fires involving common solid combustible materials when the extinguisher has been correctly selected for the particular risk.

The Water Fire Extinguisher Sign helps users identify the correct extinguisher without relying solely on the appearance or colour coding of the cylinder. This can be especially useful at fire points where several different extinguisher types are positioned together to cover different classes of fire.

A water extinguisher should not be assumed to be suitable for every type of fire. Standard water extinguishers are generally not suitable for fires involving flammable liquids, flammable gases or cooking oils and fats. Users should always check the fire classifications, ratings and limitations displayed on the individual extinguisher.

Particular care is required where live electrical equipment is present. Standard water extinguishers should not be used on live electrical equipment unless the specific extinguisher has been tested, approved and clearly marked by the manufacturer as suitable for the circumstances concerned.

The sign should be positioned where it remains clearly visible and accurately identifies the water extinguisher located below or nearby. The extinguisher should remain readily accessible and should not be obstructed by furniture, stock, machinery, deliveries, waste containers or stored materials.

Fire extinguishers should be positioned so that users can reach them without exposing themselves to unnecessary danger. The appropriate type, number and location of extinguishers should be determined according to the fire hazards, building layout and fire risk assessment for the premises.

Anyone expected to use firefighting equipment should receive appropriate information and instruction. A person should only attempt to tackle a small fire where it is safe to do so and where there is a suitable means of escape available behind them.

If a fire is spreading rapidly, producing significant smoke or cannot be safely controlled, occupants should raise the alarm, evacuate the premises and contact the Fire and Rescue Service in accordance with the established emergency procedures.

The Water Fire Extinguisher Sign can form part of a wider fire equipment identification system alongside Foam, CO2 Carbon Dioxide, Dry Powder and Wet Chemical Fire Extinguisher signs, Fire Blanket signs, Fire Point signs and Fire Alarm Call Point signs. Consistent identification helps users recognise the different types of firefighting equipment available.

Water fire extinguishers should be appropriately inspected and maintained by competent persons to ensure they remain serviceable and ready for use. Any extinguisher that has been discharged, damaged, tampered with or is otherwise suspected of being unserviceable should be reported and dealt with promptly.

Signage should complement rather than replace an appropriate fire risk assessment, suitable provision of firefighting equipment, formal extinguisher maintenance, emergency procedures and staff training. The suitability of any extinguisher should always be confirmed for the specific fire risks present.

Manufactured from durable, high quality materials with excellent print clarity and visibility, the Water Fire Extinguisher Sign provides a professional and long lasting solution for identifying water firefighting equipment. It helps improve extinguisher recognition, support correct equipment selection and ensure water fire extinguishers can be quickly located when required.

Water Fire extinguisher sign * We can add your company logo/contact details at no extra cost. Min quantity 50 Contact our sales team following checkout or simply add a note in the notes section. * Does not appear on the signs.

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Self Adhesive Vinyl Sticker

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95 micron

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1mm Rigid PVC plastic full descritption

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900 micron

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Can be screwed or glued

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Rigid Photoluminescent (GITD) Glow in the dark

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1mm

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