Do Not Use Mobile Phones Sign

The Do Not Use Mobile Phones Sign is used to clearly instruct employees, contractors and visitors that mobile phone use is prohibited within designated areas. It provides an immediate visual reminder that using mobile phones may create safety risks, distractions or interfere with sensitive equipment.

This sign is commonly installed in hazardous work areas, laboratories, manufacturing plants, warehouses, hospitals, fuel storage areas, production facilities and other workplaces where mobile phone use is restricted.

Displaying a Do Not Use Mobile Phones Sign helps reduce distractions, improves workplace safety and supports site rules designed to minimise risks associated with mobile phone use.

Suitable for workplaces, industrial sites and public facilities throughout New Zealand, this sign provides a clear prohibition message that is easily recognised.

Where Should a Do Not Use Mobile Phones Sign Be Used?

Common locations include:

• Manufacturing facilities
• Warehouses
• Fuel storage areas
• Service stations
• Laboratories
• Hospitals
• Processing plants
• Clean rooms
• Electrical switchrooms
• Construction sites
• Hazardous substance storage areas
• Production areas

By clearly identifying areas where mobile phones are prohibited, this sign helps improve workplace safety and reduce unnecessary distractions.

Why Use a Do Not Use Mobile Phones Sign?

Benefits include:

• Helps reduce workplace distractions
• Improves employee safety
• Supports workplace safety policies
• Protects sensitive equipment from interference
• Reinforces restricted area requirements
• Suitable for indoor and outdoor use
• Provides clear visual instructions

FAQ

Where should a Do Not Use Mobile Phones Sign be installed?

Install the sign at entrances to restricted areas, hazardous workplaces, laboratories, fuel storage areas or anywhere mobile phone use is prohibited.

Why are mobile phones prohibited in some workplaces?

Mobile phones can distract workers, interfere with sensitive equipment or create ignition risks in hazardous environments where flammable substances are present.

Is this sign suitable for public areas?

Yes. It is commonly used in hospitals, museums, theatres and other locations where mobile phone use is restricted.

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.

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