Complete Safety Signs Checklist (England & Wales)

Ensuring your venue stays legally compliant.

If your catering or hospitality venue is situated in England or Wales, your signage needs to comply with relevant regulations such as Health and Safety (Safety Signs and Signals) Regulations 1996, Licensing Act 2003 and other applicable laws, dependant on your venue type

1. Licensing & Legal Requirement Signs

These are typically mandatory or strongly expected under the Licensing Act 2003 and related regulations if your venue serves alchohol. Browse our black metal policy signs, metal door sign discs, metal door sign plaques, buffet signs and stainless steel policy signs for specific colours & styles of signs.

Premises Licence

• A summary of the Premises Licence displayed in a prominent place.
• Must be legible and accessible to your customers / the public.

Age-Verification Policy

• A clear, visible sign showing your policy such as:
  • “Challenge 25”
  • “No ID, No Sale”
• Should be placed:
  • At the entrance
  • Behind the bar
  • Near tills or ordering points

Weights & Measures (Drinks Measures)

• Mandatory declaration of the measures you serve:
  • Spirits: 25ml or 35ml
  • Wine: 125ml / 175ml / 250ml
  • Beer/Cider: half-pint / pint
• Must be easy for customers to read.

No Smoking Sign

• Required under the Smoke-free Regulations.
• Must be displayed at every entrance to enclosed areas.

CCTV Notice (if CCTV is used in your venue)

• Must clearly state:
  • That CCTV is in operation
  • The purpose (e.g., safety & security)
• Needs to be visible at entry points.

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2. Health & Safety Signs

These support compliance with the Health and Safety (Safety Signs and Signals) Regulations 1996.

Fire Safety

• Fire exit directional signs
• Fire door “Keep Shut” signs
• Emergency exit symbols (standard green pictogram)
• Assembly point signs (if relevant)

First Aid

• Location of first-aid kit
• Name/location of first-aid personnel (optional but helpful)

Hazard & Warning Signs

• “Wet Floor” (temporary signs ready to use)
• “Slippery Surface” (for permanent hazard areas)
• “Mind the Step” or “Low Ceiling” where needed

Hand-Washing

• In staff areas:
  • “Wash Hands Before Returning to Work”
  • “Food Preparation Area — Handwashing Required”

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3. Operational / Staff-Only Signs

Essential for managing flow and preventing guests entering restricted spaces.

• “Staff Only”
• “Private”
• “No Entry”
• “Kitchen Entrance — Staff Only”
• “Cellar In Use” / “Cellar Drop — Keep Clear”
• “Authorised Personnel Only”

Push/Pull Door Signs

• Clear directional door markers reduce guest confusion and staff accidents.

4. Customer Information Signs

These improve service clarity and reduce staff workload.

Toilet Signage

• Male / Female / Unisex
• Accessible / Disabled Toilet
• Baby-Change (if provided)

House Policies

• “No Alcohol Beyond This Point”
• “No Glassware Outdoors” (if required by licence)
• “Please Queue Here”
• “Contactless Payments Accepted” (if desired)

Allergen & Food Information

• Mandatory declaration:
  • “Food Allergies & Intolerances — Please Speak to Our Team”
• If menus change often, the sign should be permanent and visible.

5. Bar-Specific Regulatory Signs

Useful for licensed premises offering particular services.

Outdoor Space

• “No Glassware Beyond This Area”
• “Customers Must Remain Within Licensed Boundaries”

Noise Management

• “Please Respect Our Neighbours” (good practice for late-night venues)
• “Use Outdoor Areas Quietly After 10pm” (if required by licence)

Smoking / Vaping

• “Smoking Area”
• “No Smoking / No Vaping” zones clearly defined

6. Branding & Custom Sign Opportunities

These are optional but strongly improve atmosphere and consistency.

• Custom “Welcome” sign
• Opening hours
• Bar rules (fun or themed, depending on your venue)
• Toilet direction arrows
• Brand-coloured or logo-engraved safety signs
• Menu boards
• Drinks specials boards
• Table numbers or reserved signs

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