All buildings must have a way of allowing occupants fast exit to the outside or a safe place of refuge in case of an emergency.
All exits, and the designated paths of exit, must be clearly marked with exit signs. Paths leading to an exit must be marked with an exit sign and an arrow indicating direction of travel.
Exit signs must be illuminated so that the sign can be seen in the dark or in cases of reduced lighting.
What must my employer do?
Your employer is responsible for providing safe means of exiting from the workplace, and for marking those exits.
Your employer will explain how to locate exits in your facility, and what you should do if you are required to exit the building in an emergency.
What must I do?
You must become aware of the appearance of the exit signs in your building, so that there is no confusion if an emergency evacuation is required.
You have the duty to alert your employer if exit signs are damaged, removed, or not illuminated properly, so that repairs can be made.
This information is provided by: Assurance Agency
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