First aid is the initial aid immediately provided to a chronically or critically ill or injured patient to save lives, prevent their worsening condition, or recover quickly. The first aid sign is a universal sign or symbol that indicates that first aid is at or near the mark. It usually uses a red or white plus sign in addition to the white or green background sign. These safety signs are posted in workspaces and public areas to provide information about emergency services, thus creating a safer environment.
How to Identify First-Aid Signs?
First-aid signs usually include a white cross on a green background. However, images may describe others, such as an emergency shower, eye-washing in an emergency, etc. All first aid kits, parts, and equipment must be clearly labelled, unobstructed, and easily identifiable by individuals in the workspaces in the event of an emergency or injury.
Materials and Installation of First Aid Signs:
First aid signs are designed to be easy to understand and are usually made from PVC or rigid plastic so that they can withstand a wide range of conditions and can be identified. These site safety signs are self-adhesive for quick and easy installation, are photo-luminescent, and usually have white markings or inscriptions on a green background.
View Our Range of First Aid Signs:
We provide first-aid signs and labels in English for a variety of emergencies, such as:
- AED (Defibrillator Heart Restarter)
- Drinking Water
- Eye Wash
- Eyewash Station
- First Aid.
Typical Uses of First-Aid Signs:
First aid signs and symbols can be installed in a variety of familiar locations, such as:
- Workplaces
- Public Spaces
- Educational Institutions
- Industrial and Construction Areas
- Recreational Areas
- Healthcare Facilities
- Commercial Spaces.