NHS Fire Exit Arrow Up Signs are healthcare fire exit signs designed to show that the escape route continues straight ahead. Featuring the running man, upward arrow and white flames symbol, they are ideal for hospitals, clinics and care environments where clear, immediate fire exit guidance is essential.

Where NHS Fire Exit Arrow Up Signs Should Be Installed

Install these signs above internal doors, along hospital corridors and on approach routes where staff, patients and visitors must continue straight ahead to reach a fire exit. They are well suited to wards, clinics, treatment areas and care environments where healthcare-specific escape guidance needs to stay clear and immediate.

What NHS Fire Exit Arrow Up Signs Mean

This sign shows that the fire exit route continues straight ahead. Used in healthcare premises, it combines the running man, upward arrow and white flames symbol to give staff, patients and visitors clear forward direction along a marked escape route.

✓ Indicates straight-ahead fire exit travel
✓ Marks a recognised safe condition route

✓ Supports quick route recognition indoors
✓ Suits hospital and clinic circulation areas

✓ Helps guide patients, staff and visitors
✓ Reinforces consistent healthcare wayfinding

Expected Safety Outcomes After Installation

✓ Clearer forward direction on healthcare escape routes
✓ Better route confidence for patients and visitors

✓ Faster recognition of the correct fire exit path
✓ Reduced confusion in corridors and approach areas

✓ Stronger support for compliant route marking
✓ More consistent fire exit wayfinding across a site

Specifications

Conforms to EN ISO 7010
EN ISO 7010 Code: E002
Conforms to BS 5499 sign regulations
Materials: Rigid Plastic, self-adhesive Vinyl
Size: H 150 x W 450 mm
Background colours: Green/White
Shape: rectangle
Text: "Fire Exit"

Symbols: Green/white
Pictogram Symbol: Green Running man right
Pictogram Symbol: Upwards pointing arrow
Pictogram Symbol: White flames
Finish: High Gloss
Non-Photoluminescent
Non-reflective
Supplied in single

Material Thickness: various
Orientation: Landscape
Sign Message: "Fire Exit"
Fitting methods: Wall mount
Fixings: Sign only, available separately
Display area: Indoors/outdoors
Sign type: Exit
Sign type: Safe condition

ⓘ Installation Guidance

NHS Fire Exit Arrow Up Signs Installation Guidance

❌ Common placement issues

❌ Fitting it where the escape route turns left or right
❌ Mounting it too far beyond the decision point
❌ Positioning it where doors or equipment block visibility

❌ When another sign is needed

❌ Do not use it where a down arrow sign is required
❌ Do not use it for routes leading around corners
❌ Do not use it instead of a final exit door message sign

✅ Better healthcare fitting advice

✅ Place it before people commit to moving forward
✅ Keep it in a clear natural sightline above the route
✅ Match it with nearby signs for route continuity

? Customers Questions

NHS Fire Exit Arrow Up Signs questions answered

What are NHS Fire Exit Arrow Up Signs? NHS Fire Exit Arrow Up Signs are healthcare fire exit signs used to show that people should continue straight ahead along the marked escape route.

Where should NHS Fire Exit Arrow Up Signs be installed? They are commonly fitted above internal doors, along hospital corridors and on approach routes in clinics, wards and care environments where the fire exit continues forward.

What does the upward arrow mean on this NHS fire exit sign? The upward arrow shows that occupants should continue straight ahead to stay on the designated fire exit route.

Do these signs comply with recognised standards? Yes, the supplied specification states that these signs conform to EN ISO 7010 and BS 5499 sign regulations.

Are NHS Fire Exit Arrow Up Signs suitable for healthcare premises indoors and outdoors? Yes, the supplied specification states that they are suitable for indoors and outdoors, depending on the material selected and the fixing method used.

✔ Features & Benefits

NHS Fire Exit Arrow Up Signs Features And Benefits

Features

✓ Landscape layout with healthcare-style fire exit message
✓ Displays running man, upward arrow and white flames symbol
✓ Available in rigid plastic and self-adhesive vinyl
✓ High gloss finish for a crisp professional appearance
✓ Suitable for wall mounting indoors or outdoors

Benefits

✓ Helps people continue straight ahead towards safety
✓ Improves route clarity in hospitals and care settings
✓ Supports recognised standards-led fire exit marking
✓ Gives installers flexible fixing and material choice
✓ Provides clear guidance for staff, patients and visitors

Compare NHS-style fire exit arrow up signs

For a symbol-led healthcare route sign, consider NHS running man arrow up fire exit signs where fast recognition supports busy escape routes. Useful for wards, clinics and public corridors.

Where a standard wording option is enough, compare fire exit arrow up signs for direct upward route marking. Practical for back-of-house areas, offices and shared circulation spaces.

For routes that may be seen in reduced light, choose Nite-Glo arrow up exit signs to improve emergency visibility. Helpful in internal corridors, stairs and low-light areas.

If signs need to project into a corridor, review corridor fire exit arrow up signs for two-way approach visibility. Useful where staff, patients and visitors move from both directions.

For range planning, browse fire exit arrow up emergency signage to compare formats before ordering. It helps you keep route marking consistent across the building.

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