Escape Route Keep Clear Signs are BS EN ISO 7010 compliant mandatory safety signs used to ensure escape routes remain unobstructed at all times. Displayed in blue with white symbols, they help guide safe evacuation, reduce trip hazards and support effective emergency exit management in UK buildings.

Where & How to Use

Install escape route keep clear signs along corridors, stairwells and exit routes where obstructions may occur. Position at eye level on walls or doors so the instruction is clearly visible during everyday use and emergency evacuation.

Expected Safety Outcomes After Installation

✓ Clear escape route visibility
✓ Reduced obstruction risk

✓ Faster evacuation response
✓ Improved compliance behaviour

✓ Safer evacuation routes
✓ Consistent emergency messaging

Specifications

Conforms to BS EN ISO 7010
Mandatory safety sign
Background colour Blue
Text and symbols White

Finish High gloss
Non-photoluminescent
Non-reflective
Orientation Portrait

Supplied in Single
Multiple size options
Material Self-adhesive vinyl
Material Rigid plastic

ⓘ Installation Guidance

Extra Guidance for Installers and Safety Managers

Common Mistakes

❌ Mounting too far from escape routes
❌ Using advisory wording instead
❌ Installing at inconsistent heights

When NOT to use this sign

❌ On final fire exit doors requiring fire text
❌ In non-escape areas
❌ Where floor markings are required instead

Pro Installer Tips

✅ Place along line of travel
✅ Keep signs unobstructed
✅ Match site evacuation plans

? Customers Questions

Customers frequently asked questions

What is an escape route keep clear sign? It instructs that designated escape routes must be kept free from obstruction.

Where should escape route keep clear signs be placed? Along corridors, stairwells and exit routes used during evacuation.

Does this sign comply with UK standards? Yes, it conforms to BS EN ISO 7010.

What materials are available? Options include self-adhesive vinyl and rigid plastic.

Is this suitable for workplaces? Yes, it is ideal for offices, warehouses, factories and public buildings.

✔ Features & Benefits

Features & Benefits

✓ Purpose: Keeps escape routes clear
✓ Design: ISO 7010 mandatory format
✓ Colour: Blue with white symbols
✓ Finish: Durable gloss surface
✓ Sizes: Multiple size choices
✓ Material: Vinyl or rigid plastic

✓ Reduces blocked exits
✓ Improves evacuation flow
✓ Reinforces safety rules
✓ Supports fire risk assessments
✓ Easy to install
✓ Professional workplace appearance

Related keep clear signs for escape routes

For general door positions away from fire-door wording, consider escape route keep clear door signs. They help remind staff, visitors and contractors not to block critical exit access.

Where a simple mandatory symbol is easier to read quickly, add symbol-led escape route keep clear signs. Useful in busy corridors, reception routes and shared access areas where clutter can build up.

For repeat installation across several fire exit approaches, the square escape route keep clear sign pack gives you a consistent message. Suitable for multi-door premises, schools and managed buildings.

If the available surface is wider than it is tall, choose landscape keep clear signs for escape routes. A neat option for long door headers, corridor walls and access routes.

To compare all formats before ordering, browse the escape route keep clear safety signage category. It helps you choose the best wording, shape and pack type for your site.

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