Fire Hydrant Sign

Fire Hydrant Sign – FS0121

This fire hydrant sign shows the IMO fire control symbol marking the location of a shipboard fire hydrant, the point where a fire hose is connected to the vessel’s fire main. The symbol follows the standard IMO fire control symbol convention used on fire control plans and at the hydrant itself, so it is recognisable to crew regardless of language.

Where this fire hydrant sign is used

A fire hydrant is one of the most frequently used pieces of firefighting equipment on board, providing the connection point crew use to attach a fire hose and start applying water to a fire. This fire hydrant sign marks exactly where each hydrant is located, so crew can find the nearest one quickly rather than searching corridors and compartments during an emergency.

This sign is fixed directly at or above the hydrant, typically in alleyways, engine spaces, on open deck, and at other points required by the vessel’s fire control plan, so the nearest connection point is always obvious at a glance. In a real fire, the time spent locating a hydrant is time the fire keeps spreading, so clear, consistent marking matters directly to how quickly crew can begin attacking a fire with water.

Every hydrant 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. A hydrant that blends into its surroundings or is left unmarked is far slower to find under the pressure of an actual fire than one identified by this sign.

This sign is checked during SOLAS fire safety surveys, where the surveyor confirms that every fire hydrant is clearly marked, that the sign is visible and unobstructed, and that its position matches the vessel’s fire control plan. Correct labelling of every hydrant is a standard item reviewed during these inspections, since a missing or obscured sign can slow down verification that the required number of hydrants is actually fitted and accessible.

New crew should be shown the location of hydrants throughout the vessel during safety familiarisation and fire drills, since knowing the nearest hydrant without hesitation can materially affect how quickly a fire is brought under control. Clear, consistent labelling like this sign removes that hesitation and lets crew respond on instinct.

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

Hydrants and their signage should be checked regularly as part of the vessel’s routine fire safety equipment checks, since a hydrant that cannot be found quickly, or a sign that has faded or been damaged, defeats the purpose of having it clearly marked in the first place. Keeping this sign in good condition also makes it easier for the crew member responsible for testing to confirm every hydrant is accounted for.

Technical specifications:
SKU: FS0121
IMPA: 33.6815
ISSA: 47.568.15
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 hydrant. 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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