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Foam fire extinguisher signs are critical safety notices that share and inform about the location of foam-based fire extinguishers within a building.
These signs instruct occupants on the usage of the extinguisher and mentions the type of fire the extinguisher is suitable for.
In the UK, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and Health and Safety (Safety Signs and Signals) Regulations, 1996 mandates that fire fighting equipment must be easily identifiable and accessible.
Foamex Printing Company delivers foam fire extinguisher signboards designed on high-quality Foamex PVC boards extending their durability and usage.
Contact us to book your foam sign today in different sizes and dimensions as per your requirements.
What are the Key Requirements for Foam Fire Extinguisher Sign in the UK?
In the UK, important safety signage like fire blanket symbols, foam signs, and others are mandated by the law and their usage is supervised by regulatory bodies.
- Design and Usage: The foam fire extinguisher signs clearly marks which fire fighting equipment is foam-based and limits its usage to solid and liquids only.
- Colours and Symbols: These signs are designed with bright red colours, have clear and sharp text with icons indicating which fires to put out.
- Signage Visibility: The visibility of these signs needs to be ensured with proper lighting or photoluminescent material.
- Signboard Material: The material used to make the foam sign needs to be rigid plastic or better and the installation needs to be self-adhesive for easy mounting.
- Placement: Ensure the signs are placed above every foam fire extinguisher for the establishment to stay compliant with the rules.
Materials and Printing Specifications of Foam Fire Extinguisher Sign
Foamex Printing Company uses best in industry materials to design and deliver high-quality foam fire extinguisher signs.
Our precision printing process ensures the signboard text is clear, colours don’t fade away, and they keep informing about the location of extinguishers for a long time.
The materials we use are lightweight, rigid, and weather resistant, which means they stay intact indoors and outdoors.
The PVC Foamex boards are low maintenance and are available in multiple thickness. You can choose the size and dimensions of your choice, starting from 3 mm, and we have 6 different sizes available.
The precision printing process gives sharp text, consistent colour reproduction aligned with the UK standards.
Key Features of Foam Fire Extinguisher Sign
- Easy to Install: Foamex Printing Company signboards have multiple mounting options ensuring you can use them indoors or outdoors.
- Impact Resistance: High-impact resistance of our foam signs ensure they grab attention and deliver the message without deteriorating for a long time.
- UV Resistant Ink: Our signs are fade-resistant as the ink we use doesn’t give away to extreme heat or rain ensuring the signboard remains eye-catchy as ever.
- Custom Signage: We give our clients options to customise the signboards while staying compliant with the UK standards and regulations.
- Multiple Applications: As we follow the set standards in the UK for all our safety photoluminescent signs, they are ready to use in all types of buildings.
UK Compliance and Regulations for Foam Fire Extinguisher Sign
Foam fire extinguisher signs in the UK are governed by a combination of fire safety legislation and workplace regulations.
These are recognised by the British standards and help clearly identify fire fighting equipment and use them correctly.
As per the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the designated or responsible person ensures appropriate fire fighting equipment is always available.
Moreover, it mandates the equipment is easily identifiable, visible, and accessible at all times. Hence, the foam signs help people locate the equipment and use it properly.
In addition to this, the Health and Safety (Safety Signs and Signals) Regulations 1996 further mandate the usage of safety signage where risks cannot be eliminated through other measures.
As for the standardisation in the design goes, BS EN ISO 7010 defines the usage of pictograms, colours, and layouts to ensure consistent understanding across all workplaces.
Why Choose Foamex Printing Company for Foam Fire Extinguisher Sign?
- Rapid Delivery: Foamex Printing Company has a dedicated delivery service dedicated to dispatch your signboards on priority and reach on time.
- Competitive Pricing: Even though we use advanced technology printing and high-quality materials, our prices stay competitive due to bulk processing.
- White Labelling: We will deliver your signboards in unbranded packaging directly to your clients and customers.
- Multiple Finishing: Dry wipe, matte, glossy finish, and anti-graffiti coatings allow the same signboard to have different texture and protection.
To order your foam fire extinguisher sign and understand why should you use Foamex for safety signs, contact us today.
Yes, some key regulations in the UK mandate fire extinguisher signs must be located in prominent positions above or adjacent to the foam fire extinguisher or others.
A key rule in the UK for fire extinguishers is the 30-metre rule as per the UK British Standards (BS5306). This rule shares that any given level of the building, you should not be more than 30 metres away from appropriate extinguishers.
In the UK, fire extinguishers follow ISO 7010 standards meant for safety symbols. These are usually white symbols and text printed on a red background.
Most commonly water-based fire extinguishers signs are used in the UK for Class A fire risk. Most of the premises in the UK require either water based or foam-based extinguishers.
We aim to dispatch all orders within 5-7 working days of artwork proof approval on our standard turnaround service. We dispatch most orders on a overnight service. Larger items may take slightly longer to deliver. Larger items over 1.5m will need to be delivered via special courier, and will be subject to special delivery price. Please contact us with the delivery address for a quotation. Please call us to confirm delivery time if you require a specific date. 020 8902 9298
- Safety Signs Size: 6 Standard sizes available, custom available on request
- Thickness: 3mm
- Shapes: Bespoke
- Popular Uses: Construction sites safety signs, Warehouses, Factories, Production Plants
- Additional Finishing Options*: Dry Wipe, Matt, Gloss, Anti-Graffiti
Use our price calculator below for quick checkout or for larger quantities or bespoke requirements please call our friendly team on 020 8902 9298.
19 Reviews for Photoluminescent Fire Extinguisher - Foam
Agrafena Alves September 10, 2026 
The material is more substantial than I expected at the price point. The Foamex board feels solid and the laminate finish is clean. Good value for a safety sign that needs to last.
Arran Allcott August 12, 2026
Three months post-installation in a high-footfall reception area. The sign still looks sharp and professional. Good for a safety product that needs to be both functional and reasonably presentable.
Burke Amory June 30, 2026
For a commercial kitchen environment where a foam extinguisher is the correct type for the hazards present, having clear labelling above it matters. This sign does that well and has held up in the kitchen environment without any issues.
Aibhlinn Ashridge June 7, 2026
The pre-drilled hole version was the right call for our wall type. Neat installation and the sign has stayed firmly in place for six months in a busy corridor.
Agape Betterton May 8, 2026
Had used generic extinguisher signs previously that didn't clearly specify the foam type. Switched to these specific signs and the improvement in clarity for staff is noticeable.
Alara Austin April 1, 2026
Fire team that does our annual inspection always checks that extinguisher signage is correct and clearly visible. These signs have passed two inspections now without any comment.
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