CCTV in Operation Sign | Warning Safety Sign

Description

This sign alerts individuals that closed-circuit television cameras are active in the area, serving as both a legal disclosure requirement and a deterrent to criminal activity.

Also commonly referred to as a CCTV Camera in Operation sign.

Product at a Glance
Product detail: CCTV in Operation
Sign type: Warning Sign safety sign
Colour: Yellow and black
Orientation: Portrait
Materials: Aluminium Composite, Corriboard (Correx), Self-Adhesive Vinyl
Sizes: 100mm x 150mm, 200mm x 300mm, 400mm x 600mm, 600mm x 900mm
Suitable locations: Retail premises, car parks, office building entrances, schools and educational facilities
Delivery: Nationwide Ireland delivery
SKU: VGAW022

Where Should a CCTV in Operation Sign Be Used?
Retail premises, car parks, office building entrances, schools and educational facilities

Which Material Should I Choose?
Aluminium Composite: Best for permanent indoor or outdoor signage and locations requiring a rigid, durable sign.
Correx: A lightweight, economical option for temporary or shorter-term signage.
Self-Adhesive Vinyl: Best for application directly to smooth, clean surfaces such as doors, panels and equipment housings.

Why this sign: Under data protection legislation such as the UK GDPR, organisations operating CCTV systems are legally required to notify individuals that recording is taking place. This sign should be displayed at the boundary or entry point of any area covered by surveillance cameras. It addresses the risk of unlawful data processing and helps deter theft, vandalism, and antisocial behaviour.

Compliance note: In Ireland, employers must provide appropriate safety signage where hazards cannot be avoided or adequately reduced by other measures, based on the workplace risk assessment, under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007. This sign is suitable for use as part of a workplace safety-signage system where identified by that risk assessment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a CCTV in Operation sign mean?
A CCTV in Operation sign informs individuals that closed-circuit television cameras are actively recording in the area, notifying them that their movements may be monitored and recorded.

Where should a CCTV in Operation sign be displayed?
Place the sign at or near retail premises, car parks, or wherever the relevant action is required.

Is a CCTV in Operation sign a warning sign safety sign?
Yes. It uses the yellow and black warning sign-format design. In Ireland, employers must provide appropriate safety signage where hazards cannot be avoided or adequately reduced by other measures, based on the workplace risk assessment.

What is the difference between “CCTV in Operation” and “CCTV Camera in Operation”?
They communicate the same instruction. “CCTV Camera in Operation” is also commonly used for this type of sign.

Which material should I choose?
See the material guide above — Aluminium Composite for permanent/outdoor use, Correx for temporary signage, and Self-Adhesive Vinyl for direct application to smooth surfaces.

Can this sign be used outdoors?
Aluminium Composite and Self-Adhesive Vinyl are suitable for outdoor use. Correx is best suited to indoor or short-term outdoor use, as extended exposure to the elements can affect its lifespan.

What sizes are available?
Available in 100mm x 150mm, 200mm x 300mm, 400mm x 600mm, 600mm x 900mm.