Guidelines

What is elevator signage?

What is elevator signage?

Elevator signs are signs placed in the outside or inside the elevator. These signs functions as a safety reminder or warning, location of elevator machine room, etc.

Do elevator signs need Braille?

Each sign must be placed at a height that can be reached by someone sitting in a wheelchair. To accommodate visually impaired persons, elevator signage must also have Braille and raised tactile lettering and symbols.

How do I create a wayfinding signage?

Principles for effective wayfinding include:

  1. Create an identity at each location, different from all others.
  2. Use landmarks to provide orientation cues and memorable locations.
  3. Create well-structured paths.
  4. Create regions of differing visual character.
  5. Don’t give the user too many choices in navigation.

Where are elevator signs, elevator safety signs manufactured?

To make sure elevator load capacity limits are not exceeded and to prevent load related accidents, post highly visible and easy to read signs manufactured by SafetySign.com. Elevator signs are manufactured and distributed from our facility in Garfield, New Jersey. Most orders typically ship in as little as 1-2 business days.

What does caution mean on a forklift sign?

Caution headers indicate a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. Notice headers indicate general instructions for safety. Signs with a Warning or Caution header meet OSHA safety color standards for indicating hazards.

Do you need a mounting bracket for a forklift sign?

Signs are reflective for increased visibility in low-light conditions. Ht. Wd. Thick. Visually identify a slow-moving vehicle. These signs are reflective for increased visibility in low-light conditions. Signs with mounting holes require a mounting bracket (sold separately).