Sometimes a standard sign just won't do. You need something a little special, something that will stand out, something with a little spice that will get your message across. Why not put your design skills to the test and say it with a sign! We have worked hard on being able to bring you this option of Design Your Own Sign. You can create your own sign from scratch using your own images, text, and symbols. If you need something Read More
CE Certified Road Traffic Signs, we have you covered. Here at Stocksigns Ltd, we are always looking to improve our products and services so that we can provide you with exceptional personal service. So, we are pleased to share with you all that the latest change to our service is a shorter lead time for CE Certified Road Traffic Signs. Before today, the lead time on our CE Traffic Signs was 10 to 12 working days (that is not very Read More
Want to hear a joke about construction? We’re still working on it! Unlike this joke, we have worked hard and finished our task. We have only gone and merged our two brands First Call Signs and Stocksigns. We put our hard hats on, our PPE, and put our tools to work in our brainstorming session and come up with a new name for these two sites. Let me introduce to you all Stocksigns Construction. Now open for business. With everything Read More
Our Quality Journey 18 months ago, the team at Stocksigns were delighted to announce their Silver Construction Line membership which was very quickly followed up with a Gold membership. The membership is “an increased level of scrutiny and assurance”, which has been achieved through numerous validations assessments for our environmental management, quality management, equal opportunities, modern slavery act adherence, anti-bribery and corruption policies. 7 months ago, we added a new accreditation to our wall of fame from RISQS, Railway Industry Read More
The ‘Men at Work’ sign has been scrapped in a watershed moment! At Stocksigns we are replacing the word ‘Men’ with ‘Workers’ for 2020/21. We are hoping that the updated signs will help to raise awareness and consciousness that men and women are both very much included in the construction industry. Women In Construction Most people know that Waterloo Bridge has the finest views of London at ground level, but what a lot of people don’t know is that it is Read More
We had high hopes of jetting off to Slovenia this summer and climbing mount Triglav. Then COVID-19 came like a bat out of hell and turned the world upside down. We want to kill the virus, but not the good fundraising vibes. So, we have put our plans for Slovenia on hold until next year. Donate Here Not wanting to miss out on the opportunity of raising money for Charity we had our very own Captain Cload (he got his Read More
Signage expert Stocksigns Ltd. has launched a new range of COVID-19 hygiene and social distancing signs suitable for use in all working environments and available with bespoke branding. The range includes social distancing floor and wall vinyls to help ensure effective social distancing and enforce one way systems in and around workplaces, retail spaces or any environment where social distancing measures are required. The high quality range also features specific coronavirus hygiene signs that can be used to provide vital Read More
The team at Stocksigns Ltd are dedicated to providing the highest quality service and products. To achieve this high quality we undergo frequent assessments and audits for all the vital accreditations and memberships which allow us to stay on course to be one of the UK's highest quality signage providers. The latest accreditation to put under our belts is RISQS, Railway Industry Supplier Qualification Scheme which "features a smarter, quicker, easier platform and enhanced audit services, providing the industry with Read More
In these unprecedented times, our lives have changed almost in an instant. We all handle change differently; some of us will find it easy to keep our minds and bodies busy, others will not. Our current 'normal' is one where we are no longer able to sit in a full office and laugh with our colleagues, visit our family for a Sunday roast or relax in a pub garden with friends in the sunshine. Instead some of us will lose Read More
Slips and trips and falls can be the most dangerous risk when working. In fact, they are the most common cause of injury at work. Slips, trips and falls cause over one third of injuries at work, and account for over half of injuries in workplaces with public access. This makes hazard signage a vital part of any workplace. As with most risks at work, the priority should be to minimise or completely remove them. However there are often Read More
PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) is a vital part of working on a construction site, quarry, or in a potentially hazardous area. Even though the cause of the issue and preventing if necessary takes priority, if there is even a slight risk of injury or damage to health on a site, workers must be informed about the importance of PPE and when to use it. PPE signage can be crucial to ensuring that workers are protected from falling objects, slips Read More
With new laws regarding fire safety in consultation this year, it's very important now more than ever to ensure your safety signage is clear and consistent around your premises. If you are in any way responsible for a business or commercial property, you must display the required signage to ensure employees and/or customers are safe and meet safety standards, as well as: Carry out a fire risk assessment of the premises and review it regularly Tell staff or their Read More
It’s no secret that any workplace, especially ones where workers are operating machinery, working at a height, and tackling extreme weather conditions, can present safety concerns. Particularly, working on a quarry can be incredibly dangerous, and potential risks need to be spotted and averted. Below are some of the most common causes of accidents within the quarry industry. It’s important to remember that awareness of potential risks can prevent injury, and save lives. 1. Slips & Trips on the Same Read More
There are over 54,000 non-fatal injuries to construction workers each year; 25% of which are caused by slips, trips or falls on the same level and 12% are from being struck by a moving (flying/falling) object (HSE.gov). In particular, snow and ice can multiply the risks of working on a construction site. Ladders, scaffolding and entries/exits to sites can become extremely dangerous if the proper precautions aren’t taken. Increasing awareness amongst workers of all immediate risks is a vital part Read More
It is that time of year again when our team get a few days out the office to mingle with current and potential connections. Last week they attended the South East Construction Expo, and this week the team will be exhibiting at Kent Construction. Unlike the vast majority of signage companies in the UK, here at Stocksigns we have always had a strong presence in exhibitions. Since the 1960's we have exhibited and attended Construction, Facilities, Highways and Health & Read More
The Construction Industry has the most fatalities than any other industry in the UK (HSE.gov.uk) The dangers of working in Construction should never be overlooked, and whether you are an apprentice or a site manager, it is the duty of everyone on site to keep everyone safe. 47% of deaths in the Construction Industry over the last five year period were due to falls from height Stocksigns' 5 Top Tips for a Safe Site 1. Every worker needs all the Read More
The Stocksigns team have been fundraising for various charities over the years. This has involved sleeping rough for the night for the YMCA, cycling to Lapland (not literally), the 3 Peaks Challenge, climbing Mount Toubkal, and this year the team have successfully hiked up and down the mountains of Dingle, Ireland. The Dingle Dash Challenge, as we like to call it, took place on the 8th and 9th June 2019, which saw the team hike for 22 hours covering 46miles Read More
Our team at Stocksigns love two things; fundraising for great causes and a challenge, so this year we will be taking on the Dingle Dash! Last year, we conquered Mount Toubkal, where the treacherous snowy mountain had some of us shaking in our boots, we’ve slept rough to fundraise for YMCA. This year we’re off to Ireland, to tackle a couple of mountains along with some rain. On the 8th of June 2019, a team of 15 men and women Read More
Just a month ago Stocksigns announced their Silver Constructionline membership. Now we are very pleased to announce... We are Gold Constructionline Members The membership is "an increase level of scrutiny and assurance", which has been achieved through numerous validations assessments for our environmental management, quality management, equal opportunities, modern slavery act adherence, anti-bribery and corruption policies. This accreditation will open many doors for Stocksigns, offering validated proof of our high level of Health and Safety in our both our installations, survey Read More
Wintery conditions increase the risk of slips and falls outdoors, leading to potentially serious and life-changing injuries. On a national scale, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) report that 31% of all non-fatal injuries are caused as a result of slips, trips or falls on the same floor level. To combat these statistics, Stocksigns has a wide range of outdoor construction safety signage in preparation for the weather taking a turn for the worst. Those who oversee the control of Read More
We are pleased to announce that Stocksigns Ltd is a Silver Member of Constructionline! From the office and production staff to our installation team, we pride ourselves on our high quality work. Now Stocksigns Ltd has been checked and assessed and approved by Constructionline, as can prove it. We do everything to the book. No shortcuts and certainly no compromise on the quality of our signage.
Stocksigns is funding 100 Keeping Kids Safe Packs. Every rigid plastic sign you purchase this January and February, will not only aid your safety, but also help prevent accidents to 100 young children in the UK. Every week, over 100 under 5's are hospitalised for accidental poisoning, and this pack is one step to prevent unnecessary accidents to our vulnerable children. Stocksigns and RoSPA are focused on improving and maintaining high standards of health and safety, with the ultimate goal of avoiding Read More
Every year we develop our range to include signs which can help lower accidents and keep all pedestrians, cyclists, horse-riders, bikers, car, lorry and van drivers safe. Something as simple as positioning a speed sign in a clearly visible spot, or highlighting dangers in the road such as sharp turns will prompt drivers to change their speed and heighten their awareness. Road safety does not only apply to public roads. Of course the obvious signs to use are the standard ones Read More
On Wednesday 26th September, a team from Redhill-based signage company Stocksigns joined forces with staff and partners at Gatwick Airport, to take part in a sponsored walk showcasing the pedestrian routes that surround the airport. Over 40 people donned their trainers and set off to discover lakes, walking trails, tunnels and underpasses all whilst helping raise valuable funds for the Gatwick TravelCare charity. The charity assists over 2,000 passengers with travel-related problems each year. With a knowledgeable team, many of Read More
