Fire Safety Signs — AS 1319 Compliant for Australian Workplaces & Buildings

National Safety Signs supplies AS/NZS 1319-compliant fire safety signs for workplaces, commercial buildings, construction sites, and industrial facilities across Australia.

Every sign uses the correct colour, format, and symbol requirements of Australian Standard 1319.

Make sure your building meets fire safety compliance without delay. Choose from fire extinguisher signs, fire door signs, fire hose reel signs, fire exit signs, shut off valve signs, and more.

Order online today with fast nationwide delivery.

What Are Fire Safety Signs?

Fire safety signs show where to find fire-fighting equipment, emergency exits, and assembly points in a building or workplace. They are a mandatory and legally required part of every compliant fire safety plan.

Under AS/NZS 1319-1994, fire safety signs use standardised colours. Red identifies fire equipment location signs and prohibition signs. Green identifies emergency exit and egress signs.

Anyone — regardless of language or prior training — recognises these colours instantly.

Common signs include: fire extinguisher type and location signs, fire hose reel signs, fire door signs (keep closed, keep clear, do not obstruct), fire exit and directional exit signs, fire assembly point signs, fire warden signs, and sprinkler system signs.

Every fire safety sign in the NSS range is printed in Australia. Order online today.

Industries We Supply

Commercial Buildings & Facilities — Building managers, strata companies, and FM contractors use our fire safety signs to meet NCC, BCA, and state fire safety compliance requirements. Annual fire safety statements get submitted on time and with confidence.

Construction & Civil Works — Site managers use fire safety signs to satisfy SafeWork requirements and principal contractor compliance plans during the construction phase.

Mining & Resources — We supply heavy-duty fire safety signs for Tier 1 and Tier 2 mine sites. Operators meet strict site emergency management plan requirements.

Hospitality & Retail — Hotels, restaurants, shopping centres, and entertainment venues need comprehensive fire safety signage throughout all public and back-of-house areas.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fire safety signs are required in Australian workplaces?

Australian workplaces must display fire safety signs that identify all fire-fighting equipment, emergency exits, and assembly points. At minimum this includes fire extinguisher type and location signs, fire hose reel signs, fire exit and directional exit signs, and fire assembly point signs. Additional signs — fire door signs, fire warden signs, and sprinkler isolation signs — depend on the building type, occupancy, and fire safety plan. National Safety Signs supplies a complete range of AS/NZS 1319 compliant fire safety signs for workplaces and buildings across Australia.

What colour are fire safety signs in Australia?

Fire safety signs in Australia use two colour schemes based on their function. Fire equipment location signs — identifying extinguishers, hose reels, and fire panels — use a red background with white text and symbols, consistent with AS/NZS 1319-1994. Emergency exit and egress signs use a green background with white text and symbols, following AS/NZS 1319 and ISO 7010. Fire door signage uses white text on a blue or red background depending on the instruction. Correct colours are a compliance requirement across all Australian states and territories.

Are fire extinguisher signs mandatory in Australia?

Yes. Fire extinguisher signs are mandatory in all Australian workplaces under WHS regulations and the National Construction Code (NCC). Every portable fire extinguisher must carry a sign that identifies its type — water, foam, CO2, dry powder, or wet chemical — and its location. Without compliant signs, workers cannot quickly find the right extinguisher for a fire class in an emergency. This delays fire suppression and increases injury risk. National Safety Signs supplies AS/NZS 1319 compliant fire extinguisher signs in multiple sizes and materials.

What is the difference between a fire exit sign and an emergency exit sign?

In Australian usage, fire exit signs and emergency exit signs serve the same function. Both identify evacuation routes during a fire or other emergency. AS/NZS 1319 specifies a green background with a white running figure and directional arrow. Some older buildings still display illuminated EXIT signs, which must comply with AS 2293 (emergency escape lighting). National Safety Signs supplies printed emergency exit signs compliant with AS/NZS 1319 and photoluminescent options for environments needing glow-in-the-dark visibility.

Can I order custom fire safety signs for my building?

Yes. National Safety Signs prints custom fire safety signs with specific text for your building, floor, or zone — for example, ‘Fire Extinguisher — Level 3 Kitchen’ or ‘Fire Hose Reel — Bay 12’. All custom signs maintain full AS/NZS 1319 compliance in colour, layout, and symbol specifications. Custom signs suit large commercial buildings, strata complexes, hospitals, and multi-tenancy facilities where generic standard text does not identify the specific location. Submit requests via our online Design a Sign tool or contact our sales team.

How often should fire safety signs be inspected?

Include fire safety signs in regular fire safety audits and routine workplace safety checks. Under AS 1851 (maintenance of fire protection systems) and WHS regulations, all fire safety equipment — including signage — must remain clearly visible, undamaged, and compliant at all times. Annual fire safety statements in NSW and equivalent state requirements mandate that signage operates effectively. Replace signs immediately when they become faded, damaged, or obscured. National Safety Signs offers bulk ordering so facilities always hold replacement stock.

How quickly will fire safety signs be delivered?

National Safety Signs dispatches standard stock fire safety signs same day or next business day from our Brisbane facility, Monday to Friday. Express delivery covers all Australian capital cities and regional areas. Estimated delivery: Brisbane 1 business day; Sydney and Melbourne 2-3 business days; Perth, Adelaide, Darwin 3-5 business days. For urgent compliance requirements or site audits, call (07) 5665 8996 before ordering to confirm stock and priority dispatch.

Australian Compliant Fire Signs

Fire Safety Signs advise the location of fire alarms, exits and fire-fighting facilities. To comply with AS1319-1994 they shall comprise a white symbol or worded legend, or both, on a red rectangular sign with white enclosure. Also, See here for Australin Standards: ( click here )