Fire Fighter Outfit Locker Sign

Fire Fighter Outfit Locker Sign – IMO Fire Control Symbol FS0192

The Fire Fighter Outfit Locker sign is a mandatory IMO fire control symbol used to mark the storage location of a complete fire fighter’s outfit, on board a vessel. Recognised under IMO Resolution A.654(16) and reproduced to ISO 17631, this pictogram allows crew, surveyors, and shore-based emergency responders to identify a fire fighter outfit locker position instantly, regardless of the language they speak.

The symbol depicts the bold letters “FL” enclosed within a rectangular border, denoting the dedicated locker or storage cabinet that houses a complete set of fire fighter’s personal protective equipment. This design forms part of the internationally standardised library of fire control symbols found on fire control plans, damage control plans, and general arrangement drawings across commercial vessels, offshore installations, and naval ships.

Why the Fire Fighter Outfit Locker Location Matters

A fire fighter outfit locker stores the protective clothing, boots, gloves, helmet, and other personal equipment a crew member needs before entering a fire zone or smoke-filled compartment. SOLAS Chapter II-2 requires vessels to carry a minimum number of complete fire fighter’s outfits, each stowed in a readily accessible, clearly marked locker so crew can suit up quickly during a real emergency or fire drill without wasting critical time searching for equipment.

Because rapid, unambiguous identification of fire-fighting equipment stowage is so important during a fire emergency, SOLAS Chapter II-2 and the Fire Safety Systems Code require clear signage marking the position of every fire fighter outfit locker, so crew unfamiliar with a particular vessel, relief officers, and visiting surveyors can find them without delay. This sign is typically mounted directly above or beside the locker door, and is also reproduced on the fire control plan posted at the gangway and bridge.

Compliance and Certification

This Fire Fighter Outfit Locker sign is manufactured to comply fully with IMO Resolution A.654(16) and ISO 17631 symbol requirements, ensuring the pictogram, colour scheme, and proportions match the standard expected during port state control inspections, classification society surveys, and SOLAS compliance audits. Non-standard or incorrectly proportioned signage is a common source of survey deficiencies, so every FS0192 sign is checked against the current IMO symbol register before it leaves our warehouse.

Manufactured from durable photoluminescent, self-adhesive vinyl, this sign charges under normal ambient lighting and glows for an extended period in the dark, ensuring the fire fighter outfit locker location remains identifiable even during a blackout or power failure. This self-luminous performance is especially valuable in alleyways and machinery space entrances where visibility can drop sharply during a fire event.

Installation Recommendations

For best results, mount this sign at eye level directly above or beside the locker door housing the fire fighter’s outfit, in a position that stays visible and unobstructed by cabling, fittings, or nearby equipment. Clean the mounting surface thoroughly to remove any dust, oil, or moisture before applying the self-adhesive backing, ensuring a permanent bond that will hold up to the conditions typical of an alleyway or machinery space entrance location.

Vessels undergoing a fire control plan update, newbuild fit-out, or SOLAS compliance retrofit should ensure this sign is included alongside the complete suite of IMO fire control symbols so that the printed fire control plan matches the physical signage installed throughout the ship. Surveyors routinely cross-check the fire control plan against signage actually fitted onboard, making consistency between the two a key focus area during flag state and classification inspections.

Key features of this Fire Fighter Outfit Locker sign include:

• Complies with IMO Resolution A.654(16) and ISO 17631 fire control symbol standards
• Photoluminescent vinyl construction for visibility during power loss or low-light conditions
• Self-adhesive backing for fast, permanent installation on panels and bulkheads
• Waterproof and saltwater resistant for long-term use throughout the vessel
• Matches the standard pictogram used fleet-wide on fire control plans for consistent crew recognition

This sign is a small but essential part of a compliant fire control plan. Every sign we supply is checked for compliance before dispatch. Order your Fire Fighter Outfit Locker sign today to keep your vessel’s fire control plan and physical signage fully aligned, supporting crew safety, SOLAS compliance, and a smooth outcome at your next port state control or classification survey.

For more information on the international symbol standards referenced above, see the International Maritime Organization resolution library. Browse our full range of Fire Fighting Signs for more IMO-compliant fire control signage for your vessel.