Prohibition No Entry Without Permit Confined Space Sign

No Entry Without Permit Confined Space Sign – Prohibition Sign

Clearly identify confined spaces where entry is prohibited without the required permit using a No Entry Without Permit Confined Space Sign. Featuring the recognised red prohibition symbol over a pedestrian pictogram, this sign provides a direct visual instruction that people must not enter unless the required site permit and entry procedures are in place.

Suitable for industrial workplaces, processing facilities, utilities, tanks, pits, vessels and other controlled confined space access points, the sign helps reinforce permit-based entry systems and reduce the risk of unauthorised access.

The bold red, black and white design provides strong visibility and can be quickly understood at a glance.

Where Are No Entry Without Permit Confined Space Signs Commonly Used?

These signs may be installed near:

• Tanks and process vessels
• Pits and sumps
• Manholes and access chambers
• Silos and hoppers
• Utility and service spaces
• Wastewater and water-treatment facilities
• Industrial processing areas
• Controlled confined space access points

Position the sign at the relevant hatch, gate, barrier, doorway or entry point where it can be clearly seen before a person enters the controlled space.

Reinforce Permit-Controlled Confined Space Entry

A No Entry Without Permit Confined Space Sign provides a clear visual reminder that general entry is prohibited and that the site’s required permit process must be followed before access.

The recognised red prohibition symbol provides an immediate visual instruction, while the NO ENTRY – WITHOUT PERMIT – CONFINED SPACE wording reinforces the specific entry condition.

Signage should form part of the site’s wider confined space risk-management and access-control procedures. It does not replace hazard assessment, training, authorisation, isolation, atmospheric testing, ventilation, standby arrangements, rescue planning or other controls that may be required for the work being undertaken.

For a broader overview of entry restrictions, common hazards and workplace controls, read our guide “Confined Space Signs in New Zealand: Entry Restrictions, Hazards and Workplace Controls.”

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Durable Material Options

Depending on the selected product options, this sign is suitable for a range of indoor and outdoor applications.

Available material choices may include:

• Self-adhesive vinyl for smooth surfaces
• PVC for lightweight rigid signage
• Corflute for temporary applications
• ACM for durable outdoor installation

Choose the size and material option that best suits the installation location and required viewing distance.

7. FAQ — Version 2.2

Why should I install a No Entry Without Permit Confined Space Sign?
This sign clearly communicates that general entry is prohibited and that the required site permit process must be followed before entering the confined space. It can help reinforce access controls and reduce unauthorised or accidental entry.

Where should a confined space permit sign be installed?
Install the sign at the relevant access point, such as a hatch, gate, doorway, barrier, manhole area or entry route. Position it where people can clearly see the permit requirement before entering the controlled space.

Does this sign replace a confined space entry permit or safety procedure?
No. The sign is a visual communication measure that supports the workplace’s wider confined space controls. It does not replace risk assessment, permits, training, isolation, atmospheric testing, ventilation, standby arrangements or emergency planning that may be required.

Signage should form part of the site’s wider risk-management and access-control procedures. It does not replace confined space assessment, training, permits, isolation, atmospheric testing or other controls that may be required for the work being undertaken. For a broader overview, read our guide to Confined Space Signs in New Zealand: Entry Restrictions, Hazards and Workplace Controls.

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.

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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 NZ website 

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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