Fire Hose Reel Sign & Hydrant Sign Angle Safety

Description

A combined fire hose reel and fire hydrant location sign in right-angle UV-rated PVC plastic. Two-panel construction displaying both hose reel and hydrant symbols with text on each face — 150mm × 225mm per panel. Projects at 90° from the wall for installations in corridors and passageways where co-located hose reel and hydrant equipment must be visible from both directions of approach.

This sign combines the functionality of the right-angle format (bi-directional corridor visibility) with the combined symbol set (hose reel and hydrant at the same location). Where both pieces of equipment are installed at a mid-corridor point and occupants approach from either end, the SHFH-ANGLE provides a single sign solution that correctly identifies both equipment types while ensuring approach visibility in both directions.

Where to Use

• Mid-corridor installations where a hose reel and hydrant outlet are co-located
• Stairwell and lobby installations with both equipment types accessed from both directions
• Industrial corridor installations with combined reel and hydrant cabinets
• Warehouse aisles where a combined cabinet is accessible from both ends
• Any corridor or passage installation requiring both combined identification and bi-directional visibility

Key Features

• Combined hose reel and hydrant symbols on both faces — correct identification from either approach direction
• Two-panel right-angle construction — 90° projection from wall for bi-directional corridor visibility
• 150mm × 225mm per panel — compact format for corridor mounting
• UV-rated PVC plastic — clearly legible
• UV-rated inks — long service life without colour degradation

Compliance & Placement

Mount at a minimum of 2.0m above floor level, projecting perpendicularly from the wall above the co-located equipment. Both faces of the sign display the combined symbol — occupants approaching from either direction see the same information. Where the hose reel and hydrant outlet are in a cabinet at a mid-corridor position, mount the sign directly above the cabinet at the required height. At each AS 1851 service, verify the sign is present, securely mounted, and legible on both faces.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I use this sign instead of two separate right-angle signs?

Use the SHFH-ANGLE combined sign when a hose reel and a hydrant outlet are physically co-located within the same cabinet or within a short distance at the same wall position, and the installation is in a corridor requiring bi-directional sign visibility. Using a single combined sign is cleaner and avoids the visual clutter of two separate right-angle signs projecting from the same wall position. If the two pieces of equipment are separated at that location — hose reel on one side, hydrant outlet on the other — separate individual signs are clearer.

Is the combined symbol instantly understood by building occupants?

The sign displays both the hose reel and hydrant symbols alongside their text labels — “FIRE HOSE REEL” and “FIRE HYDRANT” — so even an occupant unfamiliar with the graphic symbols can read the text identification. Fire safety signage of this type is standard in Australian commercial buildings and is included in fire safety awareness training. In buildings with a large proportion of first-time or transient visitors, ensure the building’s fire safety information (emergency plans, induction) includes guidance on locating and using these facilities.

What if only a hose reel is at this location?

If a hydrant outlet is not present — only a hose reel — use the hose reel-only right-angle sign (SHRA) instead. Using a combined sign where no hydrant outlet exists creates confusion and may direct fire brigade personnel to a hydrant connection that is not there. Always match the sign to the actual equipment installed at that location.

Does this sign meet the requirements of AS 2441 and the NCC?

The sign is designed to meet the signage requirements for fire hose reel and fire hydrant identification in Australian commercial buildings. AS 2441:2005 (Installation of fire hose reels) requires compliant location signage for reel installations. The NCC (National Construction Code) references relevant fire safety standards for signage requirements. Confirm specific requirements for your building class and occupancy with your fire protection installer or building surveyor, as requirements may vary by building class and jurisdiction.

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

The right-angle format is optimised for linear corridor installations where approach is from two directions. In an open space where approach can be from multiple angles, the flat combined sign (SHFH) mounted high on the wall is more appropriate — it is visible from any direction facing the sign face. Use the right-angle format specifically where the installation is in a corridor or aisle with defined directional traffic.