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Keep Off Signs
£5.99
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MA02850K*
BS EN ISO 7010 Keep Off mandatory sign featuring the recognised M001 symbol. Designed for restricted platforms, machinery areas and controlled workplace zones indoors or outdoors.
Keep Off Sign is a BS EN ISO 7010 compliant mandatory safety sign using symbol M001 to instruct individuals to stay off restricted surfaces or hazardous areas. Commonly installed in plant rooms, maintenance platforms and industrial sites, it reinforces workplace safety procedures and controlled access management.
Where & How to Use this sign
Install on elevated platforms, machinery guards, loading docks, grassed safety zones or restricted maintenance areas where foot traffic must be prevented. Position at eye level before the boundary line so the instruction is visible prior to entry. Suitable for factories, warehouses, schools, public grounds and commercial premises managing restricted access areas.
Safety Control Benefits After Installation
- ✓ Clear instruction to avoid restricted surfaces
- ✓ Reduced unauthorised access risk
- ✓ Improved compliance with workplace procedures
- ✓ Stronger hazard awareness for staff and visitors
- ✓ Consolidated visual safety communication
- ✓ Professional site presentation
Specifications
- Conforms to BS EN ISO 7010
- Conforms to BS 5499
- ISO 7010 Code: M001
- Sign Type: Mandatory
- Text Displayed: “Keep Off”
- Orientation: Portrait
- Background Colour: Blue
- Text Colour: White
- Symbol Colour: White
- Pictogram: Blue Mandatory Circle
- Finish: High Gloss
- Supplied As: Single Sign
- Material: Self-Adhesive Vinyl
- Material: Rigid Plastic
- Available Sizes: A5, A4, A3, A2
- Application Areas: Indoor & Outdoor
- Non-Photoluminescent
- Non-Reflective
Mandatory Signage Placement & Compliance Guidance
Common Mistakes
- ❌ Mounting behind the restricted surface
- ❌ Using prohibition instead of mandatory design
- ❌ Installing too low for clear visibility
When This Sign Is Not Appropriate
- ❌ Where “No Entry” is legally required
- ❌ For public highway regulatory use
- ❌ In photoluminescent emergency routes
Practical Site Recommendations
- ✅ Position before the restricted boundary
- ✅ Select rigid plastic for high impact areas
- ✅ Integrate with risk assessment signage review
Customers frequently asked questions
What is a Keep Off sign used for? A Keep Off sign is a mandatory safety sign instructing individuals to stay off restricted or hazardous surfaces such as platforms, machinery areas or protected ground zones.
Is a Keep Off sign legally required in the UK? Where risk assessments identify restricted surfaces or access risks, clear mandatory signage helps employers meet duties under workplace safety regulations.
Where should Keep Off signs be installed? They should be positioned before elevated platforms, loading docks, grassed safety areas and maintenance access points where entry must be controlled.
What does ISO 7010 code M001 represent? ISO 7010 M001 is the general mandatory symbol shown as a white pictogram within a blue circle, ensuring consistent recognition across workplaces.
Are Keep Off mandatory safety signs suitable for outdoor use? Yes. When produced in rigid plastic and securely mounted, they are suitable for sheltered outdoor and industrial environments.
Features & Benefits
Features
- ✓ ISO 7010 M001 recognised symbol
- ✓ Clear mandatory instruction wording
- ✓ Multiple size options A5–A2
- ✓ Durable vinyl or rigid plastic formats
- ✓ High gloss professional finish
Benefits
- ✓ Encourages safe behaviour in restricted areas
- ✓ Supports access control procedures
- ✓ Helps prevent workplace accidents
- ✓ Reinforces hazard boundary awareness
- ✓ Suitable for varied commercial environments
Helpful keep off sign options for safer restricted areas
For lawns, verges and landscaped spaces, use keep off the grass signs where you need a clear behaviour message. Ideal for schools, parks, offices and maintained outdoor grounds.
When several positions need the same instruction, choose multi-pack keep off mandatory signs for consistent coverage. Useful where repeat reminders are needed across access points or work areas.
For low-light approaches, consider reflective keep off mandatory signs where visibility matters after dark. A practical choice for yards, entrances and outdoor routes.
If you need a freestanding message, keep off stanchion safety signs help place the warning closer to the hazard. Useful for temporary layouts, maintenance work and controlled access points.
You can compare the wider range of mandatory keep off safety signs when you need the right format for your site. Helpful for choosing between wall-mounted, reflective, grass and portable options.
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