Emergency Generator Sign

Emergency Generator Sign – FS0137

This emergency generator sign shows the IMO fire control symbol identifying the location of the vessel’s emergency generator. The symbol follows the standard IMO fire control symbol convention used on fire control plans and at the compartment entrance itself, so it is recognisable to crew regardless of language.

Where this emergency generator sign is used

The emergency generator room is one of the most critical spaces on any vessel, since it supplies power to essential systems such as emergency lighting, fire pumps, watertight door controls and navigation equipment if the main power supply fails. This sign is fitted at the entrance to the compartment so crew and emergency responders can locate the backup power source quickly during a blackout, fire, or other emergency when every second matters.

This sign is fixed directly at or above the entrance to the generator room, as required by the vessel’s fire control plan, so the location is unmistakable even to crew who are unfamiliar with that part of the vessel. During a fire or power failure, being able to find the emergency generator immediately can be the difference between restoring essential systems quickly and a prolonged blackout that puts the whole vessel at greater risk.

Every generator compartment of this kind on board should be marked the same way, so crew build a consistent expectation of what to look for regardless of which part of the vessel they are in. An entrance that is left unmarked slows down anyone trying to locate the backup supply during an emergency, which is far more dangerous than a compartment clearly identified by this sign.

This sign is checked during SOLAS fire safety surveys, where the surveyor confirms that the emergency generator room is clearly marked at its entrance, that the sign is visible and unobstructed, and that its position matches the vessel’s fire control plan. Correct labelling of this compartment is a standard item reviewed during these inspections, since a missing or obscured sign is a serious gap in the vessel’s emergency preparedness.

New crew should be shown the location of the backup power source during safety familiarisation and fire drills, since knowing exactly where to find it without hesitation can be the difference between a fast recovery from a blackout and a dangerous delay. Clear, consistent labelling like this sign removes that hesitation.

Consistent signage also matters during a routine walk-through inspection, since an unmarked or poorly identified generator room can slow down an auditor trying to confirm the vessel’s fire control plan matches what is actually fitted on board. Fitting this emergency generator sign at the entrance keeps the fire control plan easy to verify against the equipment in place.

The generator itself and its associated warning signage should be checked regularly as part of the vessel’s routine fire safety and emergency power equipment checks, since a room that is not properly marked puts crew at risk of a delayed response during a real emergency. Keeping this sign in good condition also makes it easier for the crew member responsible for testing to confirm the emergency power system is ready, and it gives visiting port state control officers a quick, reliable way to check compliance during a routine inspection.

Technical specifications:
SKU: FS0137
IMPA: 33.6076
ISSA: 47.560.76
Compliant: IMO Resolution A.1116(30)

• Fire-retardant marine-grade material
• Available in non-glow vinyl, general purpose glow, or DNV Wheelmark certified Class C / Class D photoluminescent film
• Waterproof and saltwater resistant
• Glossy wipe-clean finish
• Peel-and-stick installation, no tools or drilling

Supplied ready to apply directly at the compartment entrance. Available in the standard size shown above.

This sign is produced to IMO fire control symbol specifications for consistent recognition across international fleets. Need a different size or a custom layout? Contact us for a quote.

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