Water hazards can be present in many locations, from lakes, ponds and reservoirs to swimming pools, canals, rivers and industrial water features.

Choosing the right Water Safety Signs helps communicate hazards, restrictions and safety instructions to people approaching or using these areas.

At The Sign Shed, we supply a range of Water Hazard Signs, including Deep Water, Danger of Drowning, No Swimming, No Diving, Strong Currents, Fast Flowing Water and Shallow Water notices.

Whether you're replacing a damaged warning sign, identifying a hazard on private land or ordering signs for a managed waterside facility, our range includes different sizes and materials to suit a variety of applications.

Deep Water & Drowning Hazard Signs

Deep Water Signs warn people that water may be deeper than expected or that depth presents a relevant hazard.

Drowning Hazard Signs communicate a serious risk associated with entering or falling into water.

These notices may be suitable for relevant locations around lakes, reservoirs, ponds, canals and other bodies of water.

Choose a message that reflects the actual hazard rather than assuming that every waterside location requires the same warning.

No Swimming & No Diving Signs

No Swimming Signs communicate that swimming is prohibited in a particular area.

No Diving Signs indicate that diving is not permitted.

These notices may be suitable for swimming pools, reservoirs, managed lakes and other locations where the relevant activity is restricted.

A warning about deep water does not automatically communicate that swimming is prohibited, so consider whether a prohibition sign is also needed.

Strong Currents & Fast Flowing Water Signs

Moving water can create serious hazards, particularly where currents are difficult to judge from the bank.

Strong Currents and Fast Flowing Water Signs can help communicate these risks at relevant rivers, waterways, channels and other waterside locations.

Signs should support appropriate access arrangements and other necessary precautions.

Shallow Water & Sudden Drop Signs

Water depth can vary unexpectedly.

Shallow Water Signs can help identify areas where the depth creates a hazard, particularly where people may attempt to dive.

Sudden Drop Signs may be appropriate where the water becomes deeper unexpectedly.

Select signs according to the actual conditions and intended activities.

Water Safety Signs for Private Land

Private landowners may need to communicate risks around ponds, lakes, drainage lagoons and other water features.

Relevant warnings can include Deep Water, Danger of Drowning, No Swimming and No Access.

Consider where people may approach the water, whether access is permitted and which hazards need to be communicated.

Warning signs should form part of wider risk management arrangements rather than being relied upon as the only safety measure.

Swimming Pool Safety Signs

Swimming pools may require a combination of warnings, prohibitions and facility rules.

Depending on the pool's design and operating arrangements, relevant signs may include No Diving, No Running, Shallow Water, Water Depth and other pool rules.

Choose notices that accurately reflect the facility's restrictions and hazards.

Water Safety Signs for Fishing Areas

Fishing lakes, ponds and other managed waters may require signs communicating access arrangements and activity restrictions.

Our range includes No Fishing, Private Fishing, Fishing Permit Only and other relevant notices.

Where overhead electrical cables or other hazards are present, additional warnings may be necessary.

Choosing the Right Sign Material

Self-adhesive vinyl signs may be suitable for compatible smooth, clean surfaces.

Rigid plastic signs can be useful for suitable walls, doors and mounted applications.

Selected products are also available in recycled plastic and aluminium composite.

For outdoor waterside locations, consider the mounting surface, exposure to weather, likely cleaning requirements and the fixing method.

Check the individual product specifications before ordering.

Where Should Water Safety Signs Be Displayed?

Water safety signs should be positioned where people can recognise the relevant warning or restriction before encountering the hazard.

Potential locations include:

• Waterside access points.
• Footpaths approaching water.
• Entrances to restricted areas.
• Swimming pool entrances and poolside locations.
• Fishing access points.
• Relevant approaches to rivers, ponds and reservoirs.

Consider the normal direction of approach, viewing distance, lighting and whether vegetation or other obstructions could hide the sign.

Water Safety Signs & UK Requirements

Water safety signage requirements depend on the location, activities, hazards and applicable legal duties.

The Health and Safety (Safety Signs and Signals) Regulations 1996 apply to workplace safety signage in relevant circumstances.

BS EN ISO 7010 provides recognised graphical symbols for many safety signs, while water safety signage may also draw on relevant water safety sign standards and guidance.

However, not every water-related notice uses a standardised ISO 7010 symbol, and displaying a sign does not automatically establish legal compliance.

Suitable signs should support relevant risk assessments, access controls, rescue arrangements and other necessary precautions.

Buy Water Safety Signs from The Sign Shed

Whether you're identifying a deep water hazard, restricting swimming, warning about fast flowing water or replacing signs at a leisure facility, The Sign Shed offers a wide range of Water Safety Signs.

Choose from different sizes and materials to suit your installation.

Made in Britain, with automatic bulk savings available on eligible orders.

Browse our collection and find suitable Water Safety Signs for your premises.