Fire Phone Sign – FS0086

Fire Phone Sign – FS0086

This fire phone sign shows a telephone handset beside stylised flames, identifying the location of a fixed telephone connected to the vessel’s dedicated fire party communication line. The fire phone sign follows the standard IMO fire control symbol convention, so the handset and flame graphic are recognisable to crew regardless of language.

Where this fire phone sign is used

A fire phone is a fixed telephone handset wired into the ship’s internal fire party communication circuit, separate from the general ship’s telephone network, so that communication between the bridge, the fire control station, and crew fighting a fire remains reliable even if other systems are affected. This fire phone sign marks the exact location of that handset so crew can find it without delay during an emergency.

This sign is fixed directly above or beside the fire phone handset itself, typically in corridors, machinery spaces, and fire control stations where reliable communication during a fire is critical. Fire phones are often installed near other firefighting equipment, such as the fire point portrait sign location, so crew attending an incident can report back or receive instructions without leaving the immediate area.

Clear communication during a fire emergency is essential to coordinating an effective response, since the bridge and fire control station need accurate, real-time information about the fire’s location and behaviour to direct crew safely and effectively. A fire phone provides a dedicated line for this that does not rely on personal devices or the general ship’s communication systems, which may be unreliable or congested during an emergency.

This sign is checked during SOLAS fire safety surveys, where the surveyor confirms that all fixed firefighting communication equipment is clearly marked and easy to locate. Correct location signage is a standard item reviewed during these inspections, since crew safety in an emergency depends on finding equipment without delay.

New crew and passengers benefit from consistent, clearly worded signage like this fire phone sign during safety familiarisation, since a sign that combines a recognisable pictogram with plain wording removes any doubt about what the equipment nearby is for. Familiarising new crew with the location of every fire phone on board helps ensure the fire party communication line is used correctly and promptly during a real emergency.

Consistent signage also matters during a routine walk-through inspection, since equipment that is not clearly marked can slow down an auditor trying to confirm the vessel’s fire control plan is being followed. Fitting this fire phone sign wherever a fire phone handset is installed keeps the plan easy to verify against the signage actually fitted.

Fire phone handsets should be tested regularly as part of the vessel’s routine fire safety equipment checks, since a communication line that fails during an actual emergency defeats its purpose. Marking each handset clearly with this fire phone sign also makes it easier for the crew member responsible for testing to locate every unit on board without needing to consult a separate equipment list.

Technical specifications:
SKU: FS0086
IMPA: 33.6124
ISSA: 47.561.24
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 to a bulkhead or beside the fire phone handset. 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.