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Please Turn Off Electrical Appliances When Not In Use Signs
£2.99
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A5GRN6*
Please Turn Off All Electrical Appliances When Not In Use Sign helps staff, visitors and contractors in shared workplaces remember to switch appliances off, reducing avoidable energy waste and supporting clearer end-of-use routines.
This energy saving sign reminds staff, visitors and contractors to turn off all electrical appliances when they are no longer being used. It is suited to kitchens, staff rooms, offices and work areas where shared equipment can be left on accidentally, helping you promote better switch-off habits.
Best places to fit this appliance switch-off sign
You should install this sign where people finish using appliances, such as beside sockets, counters, staff-room equipment, kitchen entrances, office print areas and shared workspaces. Visibility matters because the reminder must appear at the point where the user decides whether to switch off or walk away.
Viewing distance guidance
Use this as a close-range reminder rather than a long-distance safety instruction. At H100 x W75mm, it is best positioned where people are already near the appliance, typically within a few metres of the socket, switch or counter.
| Size option | Best viewing use | Practical distance |
|---|---|---|
| H 100 x W 75mm | Close-range appliance reminder | Around 1–3 metres |
Behaviour you should expect to improve
After installation, the sign works as a point-of-use prompt. It helps you turn a casual habit into a clearer shared routine, especially where several people use the same kettle, microwave, printer, chargers or small electrical equipment.
✅ Fewer appliances left running after use because the reminder is seen at the decision point.
✅ Better shared responsibility in staff and visitor areas where no single person owns the appliance.
✅ Clearer energy-saving behaviour without needing repeated verbal reminders from managers.
Specifications
- Sign message: “Please turn off all electrical appliances when not in use”
- Purpose: reminds users to switch appliances off after use
- Sign type: energy saving
- Pictogram symbols: black switch-off hand and green recycling symbol
- EN ISO 7010 code: not assigned to this exact energy-saving message
- Background colour: white
- Text colour: black
- Symbol colours: black and green
- Shape: rectangle
- Size: H 100 x W 75mm
- Orientation: portrait
- Material options: rigid plastic or vinyl
- Material thickness: rigid plastic 1.2mm
- Finish: glossy film surface
- Non-photoluminescent
- Non-reflective
- Supplied as: single sign
- Display area: indoors or outdoors
- Where to use: near shared electrical appliances
- Typical positions: kitchens, staff rooms and work areas
- Fitting method: wall mount or door mount
- Rigid plastic fixing: fixing materials not included
- Vinyl fixing: self-adhesive backing
- User group: staff, visitors and contractors
- Environment: workplaces and managed premises
- Risk addressed: appliances left on unnecessarily
- Outcome: clearer switch-off behaviour
Installation Guidance
❌ Placement errors that weaken the reminder
❌ Placing it by an exit where the appliance decision has already passed.
❌ Hiding it behind appliances, kettles, wall cabinets or staff paperwork.
❌ Mounting it too high for users looking at sockets and switches.
❌ Expecting one small sign to cover several separated appliance points.
❌ Situations where this is not enough
❌ Do not use it as a substitute for electrical isolation or maintenance controls.
❌ Do not rely on it for emergency shut-off, damaged equipment or live electrical hazards.
❌ Avoid rough, greasy or damp surfaces where vinyl may not bond cleanly.
❌ Avoid positions exposed to constant knocks, steam or dirt without checking suitability.
✅ Fit it where the action happens
✅ Put it next to the appliance, socket bank, switch or shared counter.
✅ Fit at normal eye line or just above the control point so it is read at the right moment.
✅ Clean and dry the surface before applying vinyl or fixing rigid plastic.
✅ Check it during routine inspections and replace it if text or symbols become hard to read.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Please Turn Off All Electrical Appliances When Not In Use Sign only for staff kitchens? No. It is useful in any shared area where people use electrical appliances and may forget to switch them off afterwards.
Where should I place it for the best result? Fit it beside the appliance, socket, switch or shared counter. Door placement can work, but point-of-use placement is usually stronger.
Which material should I choose? Choose vinyl where a clean, smooth surface suits self-adhesive fitting. Choose rigid plastic when you prefer a separate mounted sign; fixings are not included.
Does this replace electrical safety controls? No. This is an energy-saving reminder. Use proper electrical safety signage and isolation procedures where your risk assessment requires them.
Can it be used outdoors? Yes, the supplied display area is indoors or outdoors. Position it where the surface is suitable and where the sign will remain readable.
Does it carry an EN ISO 7010 code? No specific registered EN ISO 7010 code is claimed for this exact energy-saving message and artwork.
Features and Benefits
Features
- ✓ Direct wording that asks for a clear user action
- ✓ Switch-off and recycling symbols support fast recognition
- ✓ Portrait layout suits narrow wall, door or counter positions
- ✓ Available as rigid plastic or self-adhesive vinyl
Benefits
- ✓ Helps reduce appliances being left on after use
- ✓ Encourages the last user to take responsibility
- ✓ Supports daily energy-saving routines in shared spaces
- ✓ Gives you a simple prompt without staff confrontation
Build a clear switch-off message set
For general room lighting, add a please turn off the lights reminder where people exit shared spaces. It gives staff and visitors a simple prompt before leaving.
Where water is the concern, fit a water saving tap reminder sign beside sinks and wash areas. Useful for reducing avoidable running taps during busy periods.
For toilet areas, pair this page with a washroom light saving notice near the door or switch point. It makes the instruction more relevant to the setting.
To plan a complete set, review energy efficient reminder signs across the range. This helps you cover appliances, lights and taps with consistent messaging.
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