T-ISS provides comprehensive development and implementation of effective, compliant Safety Sign Systems. Backed by the expertise of the Heijboer Safety Group, where this has been a core business for many years, we deliver tailored safety signage solutions for a wide range of maritime applications. Whether for cruise ships, ferries, drilling rigs, FPSOs, or special-purpose vessels, our priority is to enhance the safety of your crew and passengers through reliable, standards-compliant signage.
Our safety signage projects & services include:
To ensure the highest level of safety and compliance, we approach every different project systematically, with strong project management as the foundation for success.
Our experienced team has the knowledge and expertise to manage complex, time-sensitive safety signage and Low Location Lighting (LLL) projects, fully aligned with your Escape calculations, Fire Control, and Safety plans and procedures. Our project management methods are based on industry best practices, refined through more than 40 years of hands-on experience within the Heijboer Safety Group.
Once the project scope, tasks, and milestones are defined, we assign a dedicated Project Manager who will act as your primary point of contact throughout the project. A multidisciplinary project team is assembled, including specialists from engineering, drawing, production, and installation.
We follow a proven step-by-step approach to deliver effective, efficient, and compliant safety signage systems:
For newbuilds, we also supply all relevant delivery documentation and certification required by SOLAS and ISO standards.
In many cases, we can develop a preliminary sign plan using your ship’s Fire Control  & Safety plan. A full site survey is only necessary if required due to the absence of updated Fire Control and Safety plans or complex onboard conditions, such as special-purpose ships and some offshore constructions.
When a site survey is conducted, we assess the current signage system on board, covering all regulations and other relevant safety aspects. The findings are compiled into a comprehensive sign plan that details the condition, visibility, and regulatory compliance of each signage component, in line with SOLAS and IMO regulations, the FSS Code, the SPS Code, and relevant ISO standards.
If your vessel or offshore installation lacks proper fire control or embarkation plans, we can develop or update them for you.
After reviewing your safety documentation and, if applicable, the results of the site survey, we define the project scope and provide a detailed cost estimation. A complete and compliant signage system typically consists of:
We always aim for clarity and functionality—avoiding visual overload by using signage purposefully and strategically.
Our engineering team translates your drawings and/or survey results into a clear and compliant sign plan. This plan provides a complete overview of the required and existing signage on board, ensuring regulatory compliance and uniform appearance.
We involve our clients in the design phase, allowing you to fine-tune layouts and visuals before installation. For custom signage, we follow your branding guidelines to ensure that all signs, including logo-based elements, are in line with your corporate identity.
With our extensive experience, we can handle even the most complex locations with precision and confidence.
All signage is produced in-house at our certified SafeSign production facilities in the Netherlands, equipped with modern machinery and skilled professionals. Standard signs and LLL are held in stock to ensure fast turnaround, and custom-made signs are produced to your specifications with full material quality assurance.
Our focus on long-life, maintenance-free materials (expected lifetime, also in normal outside circumstances, 15-20 years) means you benefit from a lower total cost of ownership compared to cheaper, lower-quality alternatives. Every product is inspected before leaving our facility, guaranteeing durability and compliance.
T-ISS is ISO 9001 certified by DNV, and many of our signage products hold individual certifications, including:
To implement your sign plan, our skilled installation teams are deployed globally to ensure all signage is placed correctly and professionally. Armed with site-specific data and prepared for all conditions, our team completes the installation efficiently, with attention to detail for installation and safety.
If local teams are used, we can provide installation supervision to maintain quality and consistency.
When T-ISS completes the full scope of your safety signage project, we also ensure approval from relevant authorities. Thanks to our knowledge of regulations and standards, years of experience and active role in ISO committees for safety signage, we support clients throughout the classification process.
As an approved party, T-ISS performs Low Location Lighting measurements and testing in accordance with regulations and standards, supplying all required certification documents for your fire control plan, embarkation plan, and signage system. When T-ISS did provide the whole process, starting from engineering, we guarantee Class approvals.
After installation, the sign plan serves as a reference tool for future maintenance. To ensure your system continues to meet visual and regulatory standards, we offer flexible maintenance contracts.
LLL systems must be tested every 5 years. T-ISS engineers perform these tests using DNV-certified testing procedures and qualified testing equipment, ensuring ongoing compliance.
You can read more about our Low Location Lighting testing services here.
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