Fire Extinguisher Sign Right Angle Safety

Description

A right-angle fire extinguisher location sign in UV-rated PVC plastic. Two-panel construction that projects at 90° from the wall, displaying the red “FIRE EXTINGUISHER” symbol and text on both faces — 150mm × 225mm per panel. Designed for corridors, aisles, and passageways where a flat wall-mounted sign would only be visible from one direction. The right-angle format makes the sign visible simultaneously from both directions of travel along the corridor, satisfying the AS 2444 requirement for visibility from all directions of approach without additional signage.

In any installation where the approach to the extinguisher is along a corridor or aisle, a flat sign mounted flush to the wall only faces one direction — a person approaching from the opposite end has no visibility of the sign until they reach the extinguisher. The SILS-ANGLE resolves this by projecting outward from the wall at a right angle, so both faces of the sign are readable regardless of which direction the approach is from.

Where to Use

• Corridors and hallways in commercial and institutional buildings
• Warehouse racking aisles where approach is from either end
• Industrial walkways and maintenance corridors
• Shopping centre arcades and retail passages
• Hospital and healthcare facility corridors
• Any installation where bi-directional corridor approach makes a flat wall sign insufficient

Key Features

• Two-panel right-angle construction — visible from both directions along a corridor
• 150mm × 225mm per panel — compact format for corridor installations
• UV-rated PVC plastic — resists fading and degradation in exposed locations
• Rounded corners — no sharp edges in pedestrian corridors

Technical Details

Width (mm)	150
Height (mm)	225
Sign Material	PVC Plastic – Angled

Compliance & Placement

Under AS 2444:2001 clause 3.3.4, fire extinguisher location signs must be mounted at not less than 2.0m above floor level. In corridors, a right-angle sign mounted at 2.0–2.4m projects into the corridor space, providing maximum visibility to persons approaching from either end. Under clause 3.4, the sign must be clearly visible from up to 20m in all directions of approach — for a corridor installation, both faces of the right-angle sign must be readable at 20m. Mount the sign directly above or adjacent to the extinguisher, projecting perpendicularly from the wall. Confirm the sign is present and legible at each AS 1851 service.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why use a right-angle sign instead of a standard flat sign?

A flat sign mounted flush to the wall can only be read from directions facing that wall — in a corridor, only one end of the corridor has a clear view of the flat sign face. A right-angle sign projects outward from the wall, putting one face in each direction of travel. Anyone walking along the corridor from either end can see the sign at distance, meeting the AS 2444 requirement for visibility from all directions of approach. Use a right-angle sign whenever the extinguisher is installed in a corridor, aisle, or passage where people approach from both directions.

How far out from the wall does the right-angle sign project?

The sign panel is 150mm wide, so it projects 150mm from the wall surface. In a standard corridor this is typically sufficient for visibility without creating a significant obstruction. In very narrow corridors or where the sign is mounted low (2.0m) in a high-foot-traffic area, confirm the projection does not create a head-height hazard. Signs mounted at 2.2m or above in standard corridor widths are generally not a practical obstruction concern.

Can I use this sign in an open space rather than a corridor?

The right-angle format is optimised for directional corridor installations. In open spaces where approach can be from any angle — factory floor, showroom, open-plan office — a flat sign mounted on the wall or a bracket-mount sign visible in multiple directions is more appropriate. The right-angle format provides a clear advantage specifically where approach is along a linear path from two directions. For open-plan environments, use the medium (SILM) or large (SILL) flat sign at the 2m mounting height.

How high should this sign be mounted in a corridor?

AS 2444:2001 clause 3.3.4 specifies a minimum of 2.0m above floor level. For corridor installations, mounting at 2.0–2.4m provides good visibility at distance while remaining well above normal head height. If the corridor has a low ceiling (e.g., 2.4m), the sign will be mounted close to the ceiling — this is acceptable provided it remains clearly visible at 20m approach distance. In taller corridors, 2.0–2.2m is typically appropriate. The extinguisher itself mounts with the handle at a maximum of 1,200mm from the floor; the sign is always significantly higher.

Does the right-angle sign replace or supplement a flat location sign?

The right-angle sign replaces the flat sign in corridor applications — it serves the same function (location marking at the required 2m height) but with the added visibility in both approach directions. You do not need both a flat sign and a right-angle sign for the same extinguisher. For the type identification function (identifying the agent class — ABE, CO2, etc.), you still need the separate type ID sign mounted adjacent to the extinguisher at approximately extinguisher height.