Keep Clear Mandatory Symbol Signs are ISO 7010 compliant safety signs used to instruct that areas, routes or access points must remain unobstructed. Displayed in blue with white symbols, they support safe movement, controlled access and clear hazard awareness across UK workplaces and shared environments.

Where & How to Use

Install keep clear mandatory symbol signs in areas where obstruction could create safety risks, including access routes, loading points, plant rooms and shared walkways. Fix at eye level on walls, doors or barriers so the symbol is clearly visible before people enter the area.

Expected Safety Outcomes After Installation

✓ Clear access routes maintained
✓ Reduced obstruction risks

✓ Improved site organisation
✓ Better hazard awareness

✓ Stronger compliance culture
✓ Safer shared areas

Specifications

Conforms to ISO 7010
Symbol type: Mandatory
Background colour: Blue

Text and symbols: White
Finish: High gloss
Material: Self-adhesive vinyl

Material: Rigid plastic
Material: Adhesive rigid plastic
Supplied individually

ⓘ Installation Guidance

Extra Guidance for Installers and Safety Managers

Common Mistakes

❌ Positioning signs behind equipment
❌ Using undersized signs for large areas
❌ Installing at inconsistent heights

When NOT to use this sign

❌ Where a prohibition sign is required
❌ For temporary hazards only
❌ Where written instruction is essential

Pro Installer Tips

✅ Keep positioning consistent site-wide
✅ Match sign size to viewing distance
✅ Clean surfaces before fixing

? Customers Questions

Customers frequently asked questions

What are Keep Clear Mandatory Symbol Signs? They are ISO 7010 safety signs that instruct areas or routes must be kept free from obstruction.

Where should keep clear symbol signs be used? They are used on access routes, loading points, walkways and controlled areas.

Do these signs comply with UK regulations? Yes, they conform to ISO 7010 and UK safety sign guidance.

Which material is best? Vinyl suits smooth indoor surfaces, while rigid plastic is ideal for more permanent installations.

Are these signs suitable for outdoor use? Yes, when a suitable material is selected for exposure conditions.

✔ Features & Benefits

Features & Benefits

✓ Purpose: Keeps areas free from obstruction
✓ Design: Blue mandatory symbol layout
✓ Material: Vinyl or rigid options
✓ Compliance: ISO 7010 recognised
✓ Finish: Gloss surface for durability
✓ Visibility: Clear symbol recognition

✓ Improves access control
✓ Reduces trip and blockage risks
✓ Supports site safety rules
✓ Suitable for varied environments
✓ Consistent safety messaging
✓ Helps meet audit requirements

Related keep clear signs with stronger placement choices

For a plain text instruction, use simple keep clear workplace signs where the message needs to stay brief. Useful for doors, access routes and restricted storage points.

If the area must remain completely unobstructed, fit kept clear of all obstructions signs for a firmer instruction. Helpful near emergency routes and equipment access points.

For sites needing multiple matching notices, choose multi-pack keep clear mandatory signs to maintain consistency. Ideal for schools, warehouses and multi-door workplaces.

When wall space is limited, use freestanding keep clear stanchion signs to position the instruction exactly where needed. Useful for temporary restrictions, queues and open floor areas.

For more keep clear formats in one place, view keep clear safety instruction signage to match the message to your site layout. Helps you compare fixed, floor and portable sign choices.

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