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Benefits Of Emergency Exit Sign At Indoor Places

How do you react in case of an emergency?

Let us say you are in a confined space with lots of strangers when something goes wrong; what will you do?



How do you find your way out? In such situations, contractors find the need for emergency exit signs.  No matter the size of your facility, it’s essential to have exit signs and emergency lighting. They are a part of a comprehensive safety system that keeps your employees safe.  Emergency lighting plays an essential role in keeping the public safe during a power outage.

 

When a power outage occurs, occupants may not have the confidence to navigate buildings safely. Areas like stairwells, internal offices, restrooms, and storage areas with little or no natural light making it difficult to navigate the surroundings without functional emergency lighting. This is where emergency lighting can help you.

 

Reasons to install emergency Ecoglo exit signs.



Easy way out

Contractors must install exit signs equipped with emergency lighting making it difficult for the public to find a safe way out. Exit signs clearly show where exits are located in emergencies like fire, gas leak, or other dangerous situations. 

 

The mandatory part of building safety

According to legislation, contractors must install exit signs in their facility. Their role is to act as an indicator providing a safe way out in dangerous situations. While installing the exit signs, contractors have to ensure they comply with national, regional, and provincial code standards.

 

First responder assistance

Install EcogloExit Signs to assist first responders in finding out the way during a fire or in any other dire situations. Illuminated signs ensure everyone gets out of the buildings safely and quickly. Similar to the fire extinguishers, emergency exit lighting must be inspected and recertified on an annual basis.

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