- Item #
- X4703-36VC
- Fold and Roll Design
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This roll-up sign is provided with or without velcro strips to accommodate overlay messages. Look at the packaging information to select the correct configuration.
- Compliance
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- NCHRP 350 Approved
- FHWA Color Code
- Methods of Mounting Signs Other Than on Posts
- Flag Trees
Recommended Accessories
Frequently Purchased Together
Product Information
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The emergency scene ahead sign with all-in-one sign and stand provides highly visible warning for approaching drivers, helping secure accident scenes and protect responders. Designed for rapid deployment, this sign combines a durable panel with an integrated folding stand, making it ideal for emergency personnel, tow operators, law enforcement, fire crews, and roadside assistance teams.
Constructed from rugged materials, the sign face features bold lettering and reflective elements to ensure visibility in daylight and low-light conditions. The integrated stand is lightweight, yet stable, allowing quick setup on pavement, shoulder areas, or roadside terrain without additional tools. This efficient design streamlines traffic control efforts, reduces setup time, and enhances safety at scenes where every second counts.
Use the emergency scene ahead sign to alert motorists to slow down, merge, or take caution as they approach a crash site, disabled vehicle, or other roadside emergency. Its portability and reliable performance make it a practical addition to emergency response kits, service vehicles, and safety equipment inventories.
Please note that there are two variations of this roll-up-sign: one with velcro strips to accommodate overlay messages and one that does not come with velcro strips.
- Unit Weight
- 24 lb
- Shipping Weight
- 27 lb
- Storage Dimensions
- 7½ × 7½ × 36″
- Leg Lengths
- 22″ telescoping legs extend to 38″
- Sign distance from the ground
- 12″
- Sign size
- System is provided with a 36″ roll-up diamond sign
- Sign Printed Message
- This unit is provided standard with a printed message that reads "EMERGENCY SCENE AHEAD".
- The sign face is available with or without velcro strips for the use of interchangeable overlays (sold separately) to adjust to a variety of emergency situations.
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- Overlay options
- We offer stock overlays for all three printed areas on the sign. See recommended accessories above.
- Sign stand construction
- Steel and aluminum construction for durability and long service life.
- Roll-up sign material
- Sign face material is a fluorescent pink retro-reflective material (Super Bright™ Type VI) recommended by the FHWA and NFPA for use at emergency scenes.
- Assembly Set-up
- Under 1 minute
- Benefits
- Telescoping legs with kick releases feature three locking positions for storage and set-up on uneven terrain.
- Heavy duty steel torsion spring system provides a smooth, gliding reaction to wind gusts - no whipping action.
- Fold & Roll™ sets up far faster than any other sign system in the industry allowing responders to concentrate fully on the task at hand.
- Fold & Roll™ system fits easily into the trunk of a squad car or a small storage compartment on a truck.
- Application
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- Caution
- Users must comply with all legal restrictions for temporary warning signs in accordance with the manual on uniform traffic control devices and local requirements. Please consult local enforcement agency for compliance.
Set-Up Instructions:
- Extend telescoping legs until locked in place.
- Release leg lock mechanism and lower legs to ground.
- Lift up on center upright until legs lock in place.
- Insert panel into upright holder until spring button snaps in place.
Take Down Instructions:
- Depress spring button and remove panel.
- Release leg lock mechanism and raise legs.
- Depress spring buttons and telescope legs.
MUTCD Compliance
2009 Edition Part 6 Figure 6F-2. Methods of Mounting Signs Other Than on Posts
The fourth example shows an orange diamond-shaped sign with a black border and letters with the words "UTILITY WORK AHEAD" in three lines mounted on a vertical pole that is mounted on four horizontal supports. The distance from the bottom of the sign to the bottom of the supports is labeled as "1 ft MIN. above the traveled way." At the top of the sign, three orange flags are shown mounted equidistant apart from each other on short staffs that extend out from the top of the vertical pole at 45-degree angles.
Emergency Scene Ahead All in One Sign and Stand FAQs
What is an emergency scene ahead sign used for?
An emergency scene ahead sign is used to warn approaching drivers that there is a traffic incident, crash site, or emergency activity ahead. It helps slow traffic, improve awareness, and provide safer conditions for responders working at the scene.
Is this sign suitable for nighttime use?
Yes. Many emergency scene ahead signs include reflective materials that improve visibility under headlights during low-light conditions, dusk, and nighttime operations.
What makes this sign an all-in-one unit?
This sign is fitted with an integrated stand, combining the sign face and support structure into a single unit. This eliminates the need for separate posts, tripods, or tools, enabling faster setup and breakdown at emergency locations.
Who typically uses an emergency scene ahead sign?
Police, fire departments, EMS crews, tow operators, traffic control personnel, and roadside assistance teams use emergency scene ahead signs to alert drivers to hazards and maintain safe working zones.
How do I set up the emergency scene ahead sign?
Unfold the integrated stand, position the sign in a stable location facing oncoming traffic, and ensure it sits flat on the roadway or shoulder. The all-in-one design minimizes setup steps, allowing you to place the sign quickly in response to changing traffic situations.
Does this sign help with regulatory compliance?
While specific traffic control requirements may vary by jurisdiction, using high-visibility warning signs consistent with traffic safety standards contributes to safer incident management and supports compliance with many best-practice guidelines.
Can the sign withstand weather conditions?
Yes. The sign panel and stand are designed to be durable and weather resistant. However, extreme winds or flooding conditions may require additional stabilization methods or support to ensure the sign remains upright.
How far ahead should the sign be placed from the emergency scene?
Placement distance depends on traffic speed and local traffic control guidelines. As a general rule, the sign should be placed far enough in advance to give approaching drivers adequate time to slow down and adjust their path safely.
Is the stand reusable and easy to store?
Yes. The integrated stand folds compactly, making it easy to store in emergency vehicles, service trucks, or equipment storage areas when not in use.
Can this product be used for non-emergency warnings?
Yes. While designed for emergency scenes, the sign can also be used for temporary hazards, road work warnings, or any situation where approaching drivers need advanced notice of a condition ahead.
