Prohibition Smoking Prohibited Sign

Smoking Prohibited Sign

Clearly identify areas where smoking is not permitted with a Smoking Prohibited Sign. Featuring the internationally recognised no-smoking symbol and clear SMOKING PROHIBITED wording, this sign provides an immediate visual reminder to staff, visitors and contractors.

Suitable for workplaces, industrial sites, commercial buildings and public areas where smoking needs to be restricted for health, safety or site management reasons.

Where Is This Sign Used?

Common locations include:

• Workplace entrances
• Factories and manufacturing facilities
• Warehouses and storage areas
• Fuel and chemical storage areas
• Workshops
• Commercial buildings
• Staff facilities
• Public areas and shared spaces

Why Use a Smoking Prohibited Sign?

Clear signage helps communicate smoking restrictions before someone lights up. The recognised prohibition symbol can be understood quickly, while the wording removes any doubt about what isn’t allowed.

It is particularly useful in workplaces where smoking could create a fire or safety risk, as well as areas where businesses simply need to enforce their smoke-free rules.

Material Options

Laminated Weatherproof Sticker – High-tack adhesive suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.

2mm PVC – Durable rigid material suitable for indoor and outdoor use and recommended for long-term outdoor applications.

ACM – Strong, durable panel suitable for indoor and outdoor use and recommended for long-term outdoor applications.

Corflute – Lightweight option suitable for indoor use and short-term outdoor applications.

Common Industries

• Manufacturing
• Warehousing and logistics
• Construction
• Automotive and engineering
• Fuel and chemical handling
• Commercial workplaces
• Healthcare
• Education
• Retail and public facilities

Helps With

• Clearly communicating smoking restrictions
• Supporting workplace smoking policies
• Keeping designated areas smoke-free
• Reducing smoking around workplace hazards
• Providing clear instructions to visitors and contractors

FAQ

What does a Smoking Prohibited Sign mean?
It clearly indicates that smoking is not permitted in the identified area.

Where should Smoking Prohibited Signs be displayed?
They should be positioned where people can see them before entering the restricted area, such as entrances, gates, doors, storage areas and other relevant access points.

Can this sign be installed outdoors?
Yes. High-tack stickers, 2mm PVC and ACM are suitable for outdoor use. For long-term outdoor installations, PVC or ACM are recommended. 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.

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