Fire Safety Door – Do Not Obstruct / Do Not Keep Open Sign

This Fire Safety Door sign is mandatory under the National Construction Code (NCC/BCA) and is required to be clearly visible to ensure fire doors are not obstructed or held open. Clear, high-contrast text assists compliance during inspections and helps maintain safe evacuation pathways in commercial and residential buildings.

Why This Sign Is Required (BCA / NCC Compliance)

Fire safety door signage is required under the NCC/BCA to clearly indicate that fire doors must not be obstructed or kept open. These signs play a critical role in maintaining fire compartmentation, reducing smoke spread, and supporting safe evacuation during an emergency.

This sign is commonly required for compliance inspections, fire audits, strata buildings, commercial premises, and construction certificate approvals.

Available Materials & Custom Options

Standard Stock Options

• Brushed aluminium
• Lightweight and durable construction
• High-quality UV printed finish
• Full back double-sided adhesive tape supplied for easy installation

Custom Sign Options

We can manufacture custom fire safety door signs to suit your project requirements.

• Material options: Brushed Aluminium, Stainless Steel, Composite Panel (ACM), Perspex (Acrylic), Traffolyte
• Text & graphics options: Direct UV Printing, Laser Engraving, Vinyl Lettering, Laser Cutting
• Custom sizes, layouts, and finishes available on request

Need something specific? Contact us for a tailored, compliance-ready solution.

Product Specifications

• Fire safety door identification signage
• Suitable for commercial, strata, and residential buildings
• Designed to meet NCC/BCA signage requirements
• Indoor use standard (outdoor options available on request)

Installation & Placement Guidelines

Fire safety door signs should be installed directly on the fire door or immediately adjacent to it at a visible height. Double-sided adhesive tape is supplied as standard for quick and secure installation.

For compliance-critical projects or multi-sign installations, professional installation services are available.

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For step-by-step guidance that meets BCA requirements, see our detailed guide: How to install fire safety door signs to meet BCA requirements .

FAQs

Below are common clarification questions from builders, strata managers, and certifiers.

Will this sign pass a fire safety or compliance inspection?

Yes. This sign is designed for use on fire-rated doors and is commonly supplied for compliance inspections and fire audits. If a certifier requires specific wording or sizing, a custom version can be supplied.

Do I need a sign on every fire door?

Yes. Fire safety door signage is typically required on each fire-rated door to ensure the message remains visible and compliant at all times.

Is adhesive mounting acceptable for compliance?

Yes. Double-sided adhesive tape is widely accepted for fire door signage, provided the sign is securely fixed and clearly visible when the door is closed.

Can this sign be used in existing buildings?

Yes. These signs are suitable for both new construction and existing buildings undergoing compliance upgrades or fire safety audits.

Can the wording or size be changed if required by council or a certifier?

Yes. We regularly manufacture custom fire safety door signs to meet council, certifier, or site-specific requirements.