French OSHA “Notice Smoking Area” sign in various sizes, materials, languages & optional features

French "Notice Smoking Area" sign

The EOAV316 French "Avis Zone fumeur" sign clearly identifies a designated smoking area so it can be distinguished from smoke-free spaces, main entrances, corridors, common areas and work zones. It suits facilities that want to direct people to a specific place where site rules allow smoking. Its notice message helps limit confusion between authorized areas and areas where smoking is not allowed. This sign supports visual organization and prevention without replacing internal policies, site rules, supervision, facility-specific instructions or other required controls.

Several materials, sizes and formats are available from the drop-down menu.

UV-protecting lamination, retro-reflective sheeting or photoluminescent finishing can also be requested depending on the need. Please contact customer service for sign formats other than those offered in the options above, as well as for English or bilingual signs. Please allow four (4) weeks to receive special orders. If you cannot find the sign you need, please contact our customer service team to obtain custom signage.

Notice signage for designated smoking areas

The original text clearly states "Avis Zone fumeur". This wording is suited when a facility wants to identify a location reserved for smokers rather than a general prohibition. It serves as a simple visual cue for outdoor areas, shelters, side spaces or designated points where circulation must remain clear.

• Main printed message: "Avis Zone fumeur".
• English meaning: "Notice Smoking Area".
• Base language: French.
• Main use: identify a designated smoking area.
• Important nuance: this page gives a notice indication, not a danger message.
• Materials available by variant: self-adhesive vinyl, plastic or aluminum.
• Sizes available by variant: 7 in x 5 in and 10 in x 7 in.
• Options available on request: UV-protecting lamination, retro-reflective or photoluminescent finishing.

Applications for the EOAV316 smoking area sign

The EOAV316 sign can be placed near an outdoor smoking area, shelter, designated point, side space, yard, waiting zone or location separated from entrances and smoke-free areas. It suits commercial, industrial, institutional or municipal environments that want to guide users to a precise area and avoid ambiguity.

Material choice for a smoking area sign

Choosing a sign depends on the right material, reading distance, work environment and required format. Self-adhesive vinyl is suited to clean, smooth and dry surfaces, especially indoors or in a protected location. Plastic can be used indoors or outdoors, but colours may fade faster if the sign is exposed to UV light. Aluminum is often recommended outdoors, in workshops or in areas where impact is possible. UV-protecting lamination may slow fading, without preventing it permanently.

FAQ about the EOAV316 smoking area sign

Does this sign identify a smoking area?

Yes. It identifies a designated smoking area according to site rules.

What message is printed on the sign?

The main message is "Avis Zone fumeur", with the English meaning "Notice Smoking Area".

Where should this sign be installed?

It can be installed near a smoking area, outdoor shelter, yard, designated point or space separated from entrances.

Which materials and sizes are offered?

Available variants include self-adhesive vinyl, plastic and aluminum, including 7 in x 5 in and 10 in x 7 in formats.

Does the sign replace internal rules?

No. It reinforces the visual cue, but it does not replace internal policies, supervision, site instructions or enforcement measures.

Suggestions to organize smoking and smoke-free areas

For a general prohibition, the smoking sign (EOAV313) reminds users not to smoke. The area sign (EOAV314) identifies a smoke-free area. The premises sign (EOAV315) reinforces strict no smoking indoors. The offenders sign (EOAV317) adds a sanctions message for offenders.

For higher-risk areas, the danger sign (EOD128) gives a danger version of the prohibition. The vapours sign (EOD126) covers flammable vapours and open flames. The material sign (EOD123) identifies flammable materials. The gas sign (EOD124) identifies flammable gas.

The texts coloured in green correspond to hyperlinks leading to specific safety equipment or to a general information link.