GB13495.1-2015
Fire safety signs—Part 1: Signs
消防安全标志 第1部分：标志
GB 13495.1-2015 is a current mandatory Chinese national standard for Fire safety signs—Part 1: Signs. It appears in the Environment compliance cluster with a product safety focus and has an implementation date of Aug 1, 2015.
Applicability depends on product scope, certification route, competent authority notices and transition rules. Requst for the translation or verify source before using this record in a compliance decision.
Compliance overview
Scope and applicability
This standard applies to all locations and facilities that require the installation of fire safety signs. It is mandatory for environments needing fire safety signage. However, it does not apply to graphical symbols used in fire technical documents and various maps specified in GB/T 4327.
Technical requirements
GB 13495.1-2015 specifies the design and classification of fire safety signs based on geometric shapes, safety colors, and graphical symbols. The standard defines four primary visual categories: red squares for fire facilities, green squares for emergency evacuation, red circles with a slash for prohibitions, and yellow triangles for warnings. Manufacturers must adhere to these specific color and shape combinations. The signs are categorized into six functional groups: fire alarm device signs, emergency evacuation signs, fire-fighting equipment signs, prohibition and warning signs, directional auxiliary signs, and text auxiliary signs. This version introduces new signs such as fire telephone and wheeled fire extinguisher, while updating names for existing signs like EXIT and portable fire extinguisher. The standard outlines the nominal sizes and design dimensions for signs in Appendix A, ranging from Model 1 to Model 7. It also provides specific guidelines on the chromaticity and photometric properties, which must comply with GB 2893-2008. Signs must form a clear contrast with the surrounding environment. Additionally, the standard includes normative appendices detailing the combination usage of signs with directional and text auxiliary signs. Proper combination is essential for effective guidance. The design dimensions and border requirements are strictly defined to ensure visual consistency.
Testing methods
While specific laboratory testing procedures are not detailed within this part of the standard, it mandates that the chromaticity and photometric properties of the signs must conform to the specifications in GB 2893-2008 (Safety Colors). Visual inspection and colorimetric verification are required to ensure compliance. The standard focuses on design verification rather than destructive testing.
FAQs
What products are regulated under GB 13495.1-2015?
It regulates fire safety signs used in various facilities, including fire alarm signs, evacuation signs, and fire-fighting equipment signs. It applies to all places requiring fire safety signage.
Are there any updates from the previous version of GB 13495.1?
Yes, compared to the 1992 version, it deleted structural and setting requirements (moved to other parts), added new signs like fire telephone, and renamed several signs. It also references ISO 7010:2011.
How does GB 13495.1-2015 relate to international standards?
The standard was revised with reference to ISO 7010:2011 for graphical symbols, safety colors, and safety signs. It aligns closely with international safety sign conventions.
The summary above provides a high-level overview of GB 13495.1-2015. To ensure complete compliance for your products entering the Chinese market, a precise and professional translation of the full technical specifications is essential. Purchase our high-quality English translation of GB 13495.1-2015 today to access all detailed parameters, tables, and combination usage examples.
Applicability hints
- Type
- Foundational
- CCS
- C80
- ICS
- 13.220.01
- Competent department
- National Fire and Rescue Administration
- Technical committee
- National Technical Committee on Fire Protection of Standardization Administration of China
Relationships
Replaces:GB 13495-1992