Emergency signs provide clear directions to exits, equipment or safe zones during urgent situations. They help guide people quickly and safely in the event of fire, evacuation or medical emergencies. Ideal for buildings, schools, warehouses and public areas.
Emergency Signs – New Zealand’s Trusted Source for Essential Life-Safety Signage
In any workplace, public facility, industrial site or commercial environment, Emergency Signs play a crucial role in guiding people to safety during urgent or life-threatening situations. These signs must be highly visible, instantly recognisable and reliable under stress, helping staff, visitors and the public locate exits, equipment and safety resources exactly when needed.
At Emmjay Safety Sign Factory, we supply New Zealand’s largest online range of Emergency Signs, including standard AS/NZS-aligned designs and custom options to meet unique facility requirements. Our emergency signage includes:
• Emergency Exit signs
• Exit / Fire Exit directional signs
• Emergency Assembly Point
• Emergency Shower / Eyewash
• Emergency First Aid
• Emergency Stop
• Emergency Telephone
• Emergency Information
• Automated External Defibrillator (AED) signs
• Emergency Spill Kit signs
• Evacuation Route and Arrow Directional signs
• Push Bar to Open / Break Glass style signs
• and many more workplace-specific emergency navigational signs.
All signs are available in a full selection of durable substrates, including rigid ACM, PVC, corflute and high-tak self-adhesive vinyl — paired with our signature 5-year UV laminate at no extra cost.
Why Emergency Signs Are Essential for Safety and Compliance
Instant Navigation in High-Stress Moments
During an emergency — such as fire, chemical release, medical event or evacuation — people rely on emergency signage to:
• find the nearest safe exit
• locate fire extinguishers, alarms or call points
• identify emergency equipment (eye wash, showers, spill kits)
• gather at the correct assembly point
• navigate unfamiliar facilities quickly and safely
Simon of panic decreases rapidly when signage is clear, consistent and strategically placed.
Required Under NZ Regulations & Best Practice
Emergency signage supports obligations under the:
• Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (duty to provide safe means of escape & emergency response preparedness)
• Building Code of New Zealand (F8 signage for means of escape; visibility/illumination requirements)
• WorkSafe NZ Emergency Planning Guidance
Clear signage is part of the “reasonably practicable steps” expected of PCBUs for evacuation and incident response.
Universal Recognition
Emergency Signs use green and white colour standards to communicate safety or direction to escape routes. This universal design is easily recognised regardless of language, noise, lighting or stress conditions.
Supports Training, Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Correct signage reinforces emergency training, assists wardens, and helps ensure compliance with evacuation diagrams and procedures.
Why Choose Emmjay for Emergency Signs
New Zealand’s Largest Emergency Sign Range
From simple green escape arrows to full evacuation sequences and emergency equipment markers, Emmjay offers the most comprehensive online selection in NZ.
5-Year UV Laminate on Every Sign & Sticker
Outdoor entrances, car parks, substations and building façades all require signage that withstands NZ’s harsh UV environment. Our 5-year laminate ensures clarity, colour retention and professional appearance.
Specialists in Large Emergency Exit & Directional Signage
Large workplaces, warehouses, multi-level buildings and public facilities often need larger signs for long-distance visibility. Our oversized formats ensure quick recognition even in low-light or smoke-affected situations.
High-Tak Self Adhesive Vinyl Available Across the Entire Range
Perfect for:
• steel doors
• concrete pillars
• lift lobbies
• evacuation route wall markers
• glass surfaces
• rough or uneven surfaces
Sustainability Leadership – One Tree Planted
We’re proud to be the only safety sign manufacturer in New Zealand actively supporting reforestation through One Tree Planted.
Every qualifying order contributes to NZ native forest regeneration: https://emmjay.co.nz/eco-news/
NZ-Wide Delivery, Flat Freight or Free Over $100
Shipping nationwide — north to south, rural or metro — with simple delivery options and discount pricing available for bulk orders, ideal for large facilities or multi-site organisations.
Types of Emergency Signs & Their Uses
Emergency Exit & Egress Signs
The most important emergency signage type. These signs indicate:
• the nearest exit route
• push-to-open doors
• fire exit doors
• alternative evacuation routes
• exit pathways for multi-level buildings
• directional navigation using arrows
Emergency Equipment Location Signs
Identify equipment needed during incident response, including:
• first aid stations
• fire alarm call points (paired with fire safety signage)
• spill kits
• AED (defibrillator)
• emergency showers and eyewash stations
• emergency telephone points
Assembly Point Signs
These signs designate the safe gathering area during evacuations, ensuring headcounts and accountability.
Emergency Stop & Shutdown Signs
Used in manufacturing, industrial and mechanical environments to indicate critical stop buttons and switches.
Evacuation Route Signage
Guides people via safe paths to exits, including corridors, stairways, external walkways, and refuge points.
Where Emergency Signs Are Essential
Commercial Buildings & Offices
Clear escape routes and equipment identification for staff and visitors.
Warehouses & Logistics Hubs
Directional arrows, exit markers and first aid stations are vital for large floorplans.
Industrial & Manufacturing Plants
Emergency stop, eyewash, spill response and hazard-equipment identification ensure compliance.
Hospitals, Clinics & Public Facilities
Medical environments rely heavily on clear emergency wayfinding.
Schools, Universities & Childcare Centres
Evacuation route signage is essential for drill procedures and emergency response.
Retail, Hospitality & Entertainment Venues
Public occupancies must clearly mark all exits and emergency instructions.
Construction Sites & Temporary Facilities
Portable corflute emergency signs support changing site layouts and temporary routes.
Choosing the Right Emergency Signs
- Match signage to your building’s evacuation plan
Your exit routes, assembly points and equipment locations must align with your emergency signage layout.
- Use the correct sign size
Larger environments require larger signs for visibility over distance or through smoke.
- Choose material suited to the environment
- ACM for permanent outdoor or main exits
• PVC for durable indoor installations
• Corflute for temporary worksites
• High-tak vinyl for doors, walls and equipment
- Consider bilingual or custom-worded signage
We can produce Emergency Signs in Te Reo Māori / English or tailor wording to match your site procedures.
Compliance & Best-Practice Guidelines in NZ
Health and Safety at Work Act 2015
Requires PCBUs to maintain safe means of escape, provide emergency procedures, and communicate hazards and escape paths clearly.
New Zealand Building Code – Clause F8 Signs
Requires buildings to have clear, understandable signs identifying escape routes and safety equipment.
WorkSafe NZ Emergency Planning Guidance
WorkSafe requires workplaces to prepare and maintain emergency procedures — signage is a key tool in this.
Helpful NZ Links
- WorkSafe NZ – Emergency Plans
https://www.worksafe.govt.nz/managing-health-and-safety/preparing-for-emergencies/ - NZ Legislation – Health & Safety at Work Act
https://www.legislation.govt.nz/act/public/2015/0070/latest/ - MBIE – New Zealand Building Code (F8 Signs)
https://www.building.govt.nz/ - Fire and Emergency NZ – Evacuation Information
https://www.fireandemergency.nz/at-work/preparing-for-an-emergency/ - ACC Injury Prevention
https://www.acc.co.nz/preventing-injury/
FAQs – Emergency Signs
Q: Are Emergency Signs mandatory in New Zealand?
Yes. Under the Building Code (F8) and the Health and Safety at Work Act, building owners and PCBUs must clearly mark escape routes and emergency equipment.
Q: What colour are Emergency Signs supposed to be?
Emergency Signs are typically green and white, consistent with international standards indicating safety routes and emergency equipment.
Q: Do you offer glow-in-the-dark or photoluminescent versions?
Yes — photoluminescent options are available for improved visibility during power outages or low-light evacuation.
Q: Can I customise wording or design?
Absolutely. We can customise sizes, languages, arrows, pictograms and layouts to suit your facility.
Q: Are your Emergency Signs suitable outdoors?
Yes — with our 5-year UV laminate, ACM and outdoor-rated PVC, our signs are built for long-term NZ conditions.
Q: Do you ship nationwide?
Yes — flat-rate shipping or free delivery on all orders over $100.
Choose Emmjay for Trusted, Compliant Emergency Signage
Browse our complete range of Emergency Signs today. With New Zealand’s largest selection, unbeatable durability, sustainable manufacturing through One Tree Planted, and nationwide delivery, Emmjay Safety Sign Factory is your trusted partner for emergency preparedness and life-safety signage.
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