Do Not Run Sign

The Do Not Run Sign is used to remind employees, visitors and members of the public that running is prohibited in areas where it could create a safety risk. It provides a clear visual instruction to walk carefully and helps reduce the likelihood of slips, trips, falls and collisions.

This sign is commonly installed in warehouses, factories, hospitals, schools, shopping centres, laboratories, processing facilities and other workplaces where pedestrian safety is important.

Displaying a Do Not Run Sign helps reinforce workplace safety rules, encourages safe behaviour and reminds people to move carefully through potentially hazardous areas.

Suitable for workplaces, commercial premises and public facilities throughout New Zealand, this sign provides an easily recognised prohibition message that promotes safer movement.

Where Should a Do Not Run Sign Be Used?

Common locations include:

• Warehouses
• Factories
• Schools
• Hospitals
• Shopping centres
• Laboratories
• Processing plants
• Distribution centres
• Manufacturing facilities
• Loading docks
• Production areas
• Public buildings

By clearly instructing people not to run, this sign helps reduce accidents caused by slips, trips, falls and collisions.

Why Use a Do Not Run Sign?

Benefits include:

• Helps reduce slips, trips and falls
• Encourages safe pedestrian behaviour
• Improves workplace safety
• Reduces collision risks
• Provides clear visual instructions
• Suitable for indoor and outdoor use
• Supports workplace health and safety procedures

FAQ

Where should a Do Not Run Sign be installed?

Install the sign at entrances, corridors, warehouse aisles, production areas, loading docks and other locations where running could create a hazard.

Why is a Do Not Run Sign important?

Running in workplaces or public areas can increase the risk of slips, trips, falls and collisions with people, vehicles or equipment.

Is this sign suitable for schools?

Yes. Do Not Run Signs are commonly used in schools, sports facilities and public buildings to encourage safe pedestrian behaviour.

What mounting options are available?

Available as:

• Laminated vinyl sticker
• Corflute sign
• PVC sign
• ACM (Aluminium Composite Material) sign

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.

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