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14.6. Identity signs

Identity signs are meant to identify a destination. Therefore, is it necessary that:

• All fenced open spaces like parks, golf courses or hotels shall display their name
at the entrance door.
• All building façades shall display the name of the building as well as the Makani
number.
• All doorframes shall present information on the service(s) available in the space.
Embossed standardized pictograms and text with contrasted colour must be
used to identify the different services. Signage must be mounted at a height
between 1200 mm and 1600 mm on the left of the door.

Figure 126. Doors signage

14.7. Advisory signs

Advisory signs shall be mounted to indicate safety procedures such as fire escape
routes, no smoking areas and other regulatory information.

Advisory signs shall also be placed at rest areas, lifts, access points, etc., to inform
users about giving priority or give way to others (such as the elderly, people with prams,
pregnant women and persons with disabilities).

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