Hospital Signage Checklist Must-Haves India 2025
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Hospitals need three layers of signage: statutory (must-have by law/safety), clinical wayfinding, and branding/experience. Start with statutory: fire exits, stairwell IDs, emergency & ICU notices, patient rights, and accessibility boards. Add wayfinding for admissions, OPD, pharmacy, labs, wards, OT, and billing. Finish with branded reception walls and donor boards. Use high-contrast, bilingual text and illuminated signs for critical routes.
At-a-Glance
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Statutory, clinical, and brand signage = complete system
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Bilingual, non-glare, high-contrast fonts
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Night visibility for ER/ICU routes
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Consistent icons + tactile cues for accessibility
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Durable, easy-to-clean hospital-grade materials
Must-Have Signage Categories
1. Statutory & Compliance Signs
Fire exit maps, ICU restricted zones, radiation/biohazard warnings, no-smoking, patient rights, CCTV notices, accessible toilets, lift instructions.
2. Wayfinding Signs
Admissions, OPD, wards, diagnostic labs, OT, ICU, billing counters, pharmacies, parking. Use colour-coded routes and numbered floors.
3. Branding & Patient Experience
Reception backdrops, donor recognition walls, department headers, wellness graphics, inspirational quotes in waiting areas.
Mini-FAQ
- Do you do bilingual signs? Yes, English + local language.
- Lead time? 10–25 days, depending on scope.
- Night visibility? Front-lit for distance, reverse-lit for premium areas.
- Accessibility? Tactile/Braille and high-contrast designs included.