Not Drinking Water Sign | Prohibition Safety Sign

Description

This sign warns that the water supply at this point is not safe or approved for human consumption.

Also commonly referred to as a Non-Potable Water sign.

Product at a Glance
Product detail: Not Drinking Water
Sign type: Prohibition Sign safety sign
Colour: Red and white
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: Construction site welfare facilities, industrial premises, irrigation systems, canal boats and non-potable water outlets
Delivery: Nationwide Ireland delivery
SKU: VGAP068

Where Should a Not Drinking Water Sign Be Used?
Construction site welfare facilities, industrial premises, irrigation systems, canal boats and non-potable water outlets

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: It should be posted at any tap, outlet or water source that is supplied from a non-potable system, such as grey water, reclaimed water or an untreated supply. The sign prevents accidental ingestion of water that may be contaminated or otherwise unfit to drink, reducing the risk of illness or poisoning.

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 Not Drinking Water sign mean?
A Not Drinking Water sign warns that the water available at that point is not suitable for drinking and must not be consumed by people.

Where should a Not Drinking Water sign be displayed?
Place the sign at or near construction site welfare facilities, industrial premises, or wherever the relevant action is required.

Is a Not Drinking Water sign a prohibition sign safety sign?
Yes. It uses the red and white prohibition 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 “Not Drinking Water” and “Non-Potable Water”?
They communicate the same instruction. “Non-Potable Water” 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.