No Exit Sign

The Prohibition No Exit Sign clearly identifies exits that must not be used. It helps prevent people from leaving through restricted doors, emergency access points, secure operational areas, or controlled workplaces where exiting is prohibited.

Featuring the internationally recognised prohibition symbol and bold “No Exit” wording, this sign provides an immediate visual warning that the exit is not permitted.

Where is a No Exit Sign used?

No Exit Signs are commonly installed on:

• Buildings with one-way pedestrian flow
• Restricted workplace exits
• Security-controlled facilities
• Warehouses
• Manufacturing plants
• Commercial buildings
• Schools and universities
• Hospitals
• Construction sites
• Public facilities

Common Industries

Suitable for:

• Manufacturing
• Warehousing
• Construction
• Logistics
• Food Processing
• Healthcare
• Education
• Government Facilities
• Commercial Property
• Industrial Sites

Why use a No Exit Sign?

Clearly identifying prohibited exits helps:

• Prevent unauthorised movement
• Improve site security
• Direct occupants to approved exits
• Reduce confusion during normal operations
• Reinforce workplace access control procedures
• Support safer pedestrian movement
• Assist visitors and contractors
• Improve compliance with workplace safety systems

Helps Comply With

This sign supports workplace safety and access management including:

• AS/NZS ISO 7010 Safety Symbols
• AS 1319:1994 Safety Signs for the Occupational Environment
• Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (NZ)
• WorkSafe New Zealand guidance
• Safe Work Australia workplace signage recommendations

Frequently Asked Questions

Where should a No Exit Sign be installed?

Install it on doors or exits that are not intended for use or where exiting is prohibited for safety, security or operational reasons.

Is this the same as a No Entry Sign?

No. A No Entry Sign prevents people entering an area, while a No Exit Sign prevents people leaving through a particular doorway or exit.

Can this sign be used with access control systems?

Yes. It is commonly installed alongside restricted access doors, swipe card systems and security-controlled exits.

Related Products

Customers purchasing this No Exit Sign also regularly choose:

• No Entry Sign
• Restricted Area Sign
• Authorised Personnel Only Sign
• No Entry Authorised Personnel Only Sign
• Emergency Exit Keep Clear Sign
• Fire Exit Do Not Block Sign
• Restricted Access Sign

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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