Located at 1 Sally Ride Way, the FedEx distribution center is known for its safety procedures and processes that ensure secure operations of the facility. Did you know that this safety consciousness goes back to the time when the facility was built out and remodeled by Rentenbach Construction? At the time, the local fire officials reviewed the plans and alerted the contractor to the need for evacuation maps.
Evacuation Maps and Fire Safety Signs for Oakland, CA, Venues
There used to be a time when these signs were optional. Conscientious building owners or management companies would commission them. When the law changed, these signs became mandatory. Any time that a structure underwent certain renovations, these markers had to be added. When Rentenbach Construction needed good evac maps for this property, the company’s representatives contacted our graphic artists.
We created a total of 15 maps. Each one measures 14 inches by 14 inches. Our experts relied on the contractor’s core drawings to plot exit routes, fire alarm locations, and similar code-required notations. The maps show fire extinguisher mounts, exit paths, a “you are here” notation and a reminder to avoid elevator use during a fire. Titled “Evacuation Plan,” the maps feature easy to distinguish contrast colors that we imprinted on a non-glare acrylic board.
Customizing Maps to Suit any Venue
Although plenty of jurisdictions now require companies to display evac maps, you have a bit of freedom with respect to the displays’ looks. For example, consider the framing of the maps on an acrylic board that carries your company’s name and logo while it also incorporates your business’s colors. Another option is the sizing. Our experts recommend a size that makes it easy for tenants and workers to read in the case of an emergency. Remember that crowded conditions and the potential for smoke would make smaller fonts difficult to deal with.
The majority of our business clients like to err on the side of caution and commission multiple maps that take into account a variety of locations within the building. Doing so protects the workers at these venues and allows everyone to get out quickly and safely. Moreover, it shows that these companies care about their employees as well as the visitors who may be at the location for the first time.
Although we have mainly mentioned acrylic boards, you might also choose etched metal plaques and even framed digitally printed posters. What makes acrylic so popular is the multitude of color options that are open to you as well as the ease with which any displays may be read. In addition, the durability of acrylic, for this type of sign, is superior.
Discussing Safety Signage with Our Experts
Are you ready to add evacuation maps and fire safety signs? In Oakland, CA, business owners and management companies may contact our graphic artists for more information. We work with you to discover your display options, optimize the look to suit your needs and include branding information in the process. Contact us today to get started on your project.
