Rescue Procedure in Case of Drowning | Emergency Safety Sign (RPI001)

The Rescue Procedure in Case of Drowning Safety Sign (RPI001) is a detailed emergency information and water safety sign designed to help employees, contractors and visitors understand essential drowning prevention measures, safe rescue procedures and first aid response requirements. Featuring illustrated water rescue instructions, personal protective equipment requirements, emergency first aid guidance, CPR illustrations and designated spaces for emergency contact numbers, this sign supports safety awareness in areas where deep water presents a drowning hazard. Purpose and function This sign provides important information on preventing drowning incidents and responding to water-related emergencies. It highlights essential safety precautions, including: Wearing appropriate buoyancy vests or life jackets when working near water. Never working alone in hazardous water environments. Notifying a responsible person before working on or near dams and water storage facilities. Avoiding entry into accumulated or deep water without appropriate safety precautions. Keeping electrical equipment away from water. Using communication radios to maintain contact during hazardous work. The sign also includes illustrated first aid guidance covering responsiveness, airway and breathing checks, CPR, recovery positioning and monitoring a casualty until emergency medical assistance arrives. Dedicated spaces are provided for Security, Safety Department and Control Room emergency contact numbers. Manufacturing lead time ETA: 5 to 7 working days for manufacturing, subject to payment clearance, artwork approval and material availability. Typical applications Mining operations: Tailings dams, mine reservoirs, settling ponds and water storage facilities. Industrial facilities: Water treatment plants, cooling ponds, reservoirs and industrial water storage areas. Construction sites: Deep excavations, temporary water accumulation areas and construction dams. Water treatment facilities: Treatment ponds, reservoirs and operational water management areas. Agricultural facilities: Farm dams, irrigation reservoirs and water storage installations. Workplace safety areas: Emergency response stations, safety notice boards and locations where employees work near deep water. Customisation and ordering This is a customisable safety information sign. Emergency contact details can be added to the designated sections for Security, Safety Department and Control Room. Other customisation options include: Sign sizes and dimensions Site-specific emergency contact numbers Additional emergency instructions Company or facility details Language requirements Material and finish Mounting and installation requirements For customised wording, alternative sizes or additional requirements, please contact us via our Contact Page. Selection and placement guidance Position the sign in clearly visible locations near water hazards, site entrances, emergency equipment stations and designated safety information areas. For effective safety communication: Install signage at accessible and clearly visible positions. Choose a sign size that allows the detailed instructions to be read comfortably. Ensure emergency contact information is completed and kept up to date. Avoid placing signage behind equipment or other obstructions. Use additional warning and prohibition signs at water hazard access points where required. Important: This sign provides supporting emergency information and does not replace practical rescue training, approved emergency response plans, rescue equipment or qualified first aid personnel. Material and visibility options Our custom safety signs are manufactured using durable materials selected according to the intended installation environment. Standard material options: ABS Plastic: Lightweight and suitable for indoor and selected protected environments. Chromadek Steel: Suitable for industrial, mining and outdoor safety signage applications. Other materials and finishes are available on request. Material and size selection should consider viewing distance, lighting conditions, weather exposure and expected wear. Compliance note This custom sign uses recognised safety signage design conventions to communicate water safety precautions and emergency response information. It is not supplied as an SABS-approved safety sign unless explicitly stated. The first aid information displayed is general guidance and must be checked against current recognised resuscitation guidelines and site-specific emergency procedures before installation. Drowning response and CPR procedures should follow current approved first aid training. Safety Sign Online – A Division of Change Consultants Manufactured and supplied in South Africa.