GA2 – SABS General Direction Safety Sign
Official Compliant Wayfinding Solution for South African Workplaces
Regulated Directional Signage for Enhanced Safety Navigation
The GA2 SABS General Direction Safety Sign is the legally-approved directional marker required in all South African workplaces under the OHS Act. Featuring the standardized white directional arrow on green background, this NRCS-certified sign provides critical wayfinding to emergency exits, first aid stations, assembly points, and safety equipment locations.
Key Compliance Features
✔ SABS/NRCS Approved – Fully complies with SANS 1186 & SANS 1186-1 standards
✔ Universal Design – ISO-compliant directional arrow symbol
✔ Durable Construction – 3mm rigid PVC or aluminum composite options
✔ Enhanced Visibility – Photoluminescent border for emergency lighting conditions
✔ Weather Resistant – UV-stabilized inks for outdoor applications
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
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| Standard Size | 200mm x 200mm (custom sizes 100-600mm) |
| Material Options | PVC, Aluminum, Vinyl or Photoluminescent |
| Mounting | Self-adhesive, screw-fixed or magnetic backing |
| Color Standards | Pantone 348 Green background (SABS-approved) |
| Compliance | OHS Act 85 of 1993, SANS 1186-1:2011 |
| Viewing Distance | 15m+ (daytime), 8m+ (low-light) |
Mandatory Applications
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Emergency Egress – Marking escape routes to exits
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First Aid Navigation – Directing to medical stations
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Assembly Points – Guiding to safe muster areas
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Safety Equipment – Locating fire extinguishers/eyewashes
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Hazard Zones – Redirecting from dangerous areas
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Facility Flow – Managing pedestrian traffic patterns
Why Choose the GA2 Directional Sign?
✅ Legal Requirement – Meets all OHS Act directional signage obligations
✅ Life-Saving Clarity – Reduces evacuation time by up to 40%
✅ Durable Performance – 5-7 year outdoor lifespan
✅ Custom Configurations – Multiple arrow directions available
✅ Bulk Efficiency – Cost-effective for large facilities
“The Legislated Standard for Safety Wayfinding in South African Workplaces”
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Order Options:
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Standard: 200x200mm PVC with right-direction arrow
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Premium: Aluminum with photoluminescent border
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Custom: Multiple arrow directions or facility-specific text
Includes:
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SABS compliance certificate
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Installation guidelines
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OHS Act reference documentation
Complete Your Safety Signage System:
Pair with our SABS-compliant emergency signs and photoluminescent path markers
Bulk Order Advantages:
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10+ signs: 15% volume discount
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50+ signs: Custom colors/logos available
Maintenance Protocol:
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Quarterly visibility inspections
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Clean with pH-neutral solutions
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Replace every 5 years (outdoor)
Standards Met:
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South African National Standards (SANS 1186)
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Occupational Health & Safety Act (85 of 1993)
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ISO 7010:2019 Graphical symbols
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Specialized Variants Available:
• Multilingual: English/Afrikaans/Zulu options
• Tactile: ADA-compliant raised characters
• Explosion-Proof: For hazardous locations
• Magnetic: Temporary mounting solutions
• Illuminated: LED-embedded versions






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