Fire hose signs point out where fire hose cabinets and standpipe connections are in a building. In an emergency, anyone searching for a hose must locate it quickly. A fire hose sign that is clearly posted helps even a visitor who has never been in the building before.

Fire hose signs appear on or above fire hose cabinets, on walls next to hose connections, in stairwells where standpipe connections exist, and in any commercial or industrial building with hose points spread over many floors or zones.

Yes. The NFPA 14 standard for standpipe and hose systems says that hose connections and cabinets must be clearly identified. Local fire codes and building codes usually refer to this rule, and fire marshals look for fire hose signs during inspections.

A fire hose sign should be large enough to be seen from across the area it serves. In a warehouse or open floor plan a bigger fire hose sign mounted higher on the wall is more helpful than a tiny label that can only be read up close. Size requirements may vary by jurisdiction so checking fire code is worthwhile.

Yes. StickerJet fire hose signs are made from vinyl that can handle rain and UV light without fading or peeling, which is important for exterior hose connections on building facades.

Red is the color for fire protection signs, and most building codes and fire protection standards refer to that color. Using a red color for all fire protection signs in a building makes them instantly recognizable as part of the same category.