Prohibition Pedestrians Prohibited Sign

Pedestrians Prohibited Sign

Clearly identify areas where pedestrian access is prohibited with our Pedestrians Prohibited Sign.

Featuring the recognised red prohibition symbol and clear PEDESTRIANS PROHIBITED wording, this sign provides an immediate visual instruction that people on foot must not enter or proceed into the designated area.

Ideal for warehouses, loading areas, industrial yards and workplaces where pedestrians need to be separated from forklifts, vehicles, machinery or other operational hazards.

Professionally manufactured in New Zealand and available in a range of sizes and durable material options.

Where Is This Sign Used?

Common locations include:

• Warehouses
• Loading and unloading areas
• Forklift operating zones
• Distribution centres
• Industrial yards
• Manufacturing facilities
• Vehicle access routes
• Machinery areas
• Construction sites
• Restricted operational areas

Why Use a Pedestrians Prohibited Sign?

Separating pedestrians from moving vehicles and machinery can significantly reduce the risk of workplace incidents.

Clear signage helps:

• Prevent pedestrians entering restricted areas
• Separate people from forklifts and vehicles
• Identify vehicle-only access routes
• Reinforce workplace traffic-management procedures
• Warn staff, contractors and visitors
• Direct pedestrians towards designated safe routes

Related Hazards

Pedestrians entering operational areas may be exposed to:

• Moving forklifts
• Trucks and delivery vehicles
• Reversing vehicles
• Mobile plant
• Machinery
• Blind corners
• Loading and unloading operations
• Crushing and collision hazards

Available Materials

Laminated High-Tack Vinyl Sticker
Suitable for indoor and outdoor use, with high-tack adhesive for application to suitable clean, smooth surfaces.

2mm PVC
Suitable for indoor and outdoor use and recommended for long-term outdoor applications.

Corflute
Suitable for indoor use and short-term outdoor applications.

4mm ACM
Suitable for indoor and outdoor use and recommended for long-term exterior installations.

Helps Support Workplace Traffic Management

Pedestrians Prohibited signage can form part of a workplace’s wider traffic-management system by clearly identifying areas where people on foot should not enter.

Where forklifts, trucks or mobile plant operate, signs should be positioned at pedestrian entry points before people enter the restricted area.

Where practical, prohibition signage should be used alongside appropriate physical separation, barriers, marked pedestrian routes and other workplace traffic controls.

FAQ

What does a Pedestrians Prohibited Sign mean?

It means pedestrians must not enter or proceed into the designated area. It is commonly used where pedestrian access could expose people to vehicles, machinery or other operational hazards.

Where should a Pedestrians Prohibited Sign be installed?

Install it at pedestrian access points to restricted areas, such as warehouse entrances, loading zones, vehicle routes, forklift operating areas and industrial yards.

Is this sign suitable for outdoor use?

Yes. High-tack adhesive stickers are suitable for indoor and outdoor use. 2mm PVC and 4mm ACM are suitable for indoor and outdoor applications and recommended for long-term outdoor use. Corflute is suitable for indoor and short-term outdoor applications.

Looking for additional access control signage? View our range of No Entry Signs, Restricted Area Signs and Prohibition Signs for workplaces throughout New Zealand.

Not sure if this is the right sign for your workplace or facility? Read our guide “Prohibition Signs in the Workplace: What They Mean and Why They Matter” to learn about prohibition symbols, compliance requirements and when different prohibition signs should be used.

Not sure if you’ve got all the safety signage you need?
Download our Free Safety Signage Checklist to make sure your workplace complies with New Zealand safety standards — it’s a quick and easy way to identify missing signs and stay compliant for further information check out 5 Workplace Signs Every Office Needs (And Why They Matter).

For further information go to the Worksafe website https://www.worksafe.govt.nz/topic-and-industry/hazardous-substances/managing/hazardous-substances-signs/

NZS/AS 1319:1994 advocates simplicity and clarity in safety signage. To be effective, they should be easy to read and interpret at a glance.

The Standard is about the use of legible text and appropriate, simple symbols.

By simplifying the message, it reduces the risk of misinterpretation, which increases the chances of the sign’s warning or instruction being followed.

Enhancing the signs visibility through placement and colour

Placement and visibility will play a crucial role in the efficiency of safety signs.

The standard states that signs must be positioned near the hazard they are warning about, which ensures that the safety message is relevant. Also it advocates the use of contrasting colours for the background and lettering. This attention to the colour scheme will increase visibility and readability from a reasonable distance, which ensures the message is accessible.

The mission of Hazard Signs NZ is to provide quality-made safety signs to all of New Zealand and Australia. Our great prices and convenient online ordering platform make us a preferred supplier to many NZ businesses. All our signs are designed and manufactured in Invercargill to meet the workplace health and safety needs of all businesses and industries in New Zealand .

Please note: We make some safety signs to order and therefore it may take 5 to 10 business days to receive. If you require your order urgently, please don’t hesitate to contact us to confirm an estimated delivery date prior to placing your order.

If you are not sure about what sign you need for your business, just contact us at +6432183350 or email us and we will make it ready for you.

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