Biosecurity Sign – Controlled Area Notice
Product code: PS-BIO001
A landscape yellow-and-black Biosecurity Area notice with the exact no-entry, no-removal, authorised-personnel and Biosecurity Act 2015 wording for a verified controlled-area requirement.
Material
Rigid plastic sheet suited to indoor and sheltered or general outdoor applications, subject to the print finish and site exposure.
Viewing distance is indicative; check approach distance, lighting and mounting position for the site.
Includes $2.45 GST
- Australia-wide shipping; live or quoted freight depends on order size
- Off-the-shelf safety-sign artwork is supplied as shown; no design proof is required.
- Dispatch timing depends on current stock and order quantity.
| Quantity | Unit (inc GST) | Discount |
|---|---|---|
| 1-4 | $27.00 | — |
| 5-9 | $24.84 | 8% off |
| 10-24 | $22.95 | 15% off |
| 25-49 | $20.52 | 24% off |
| 50-99 | $18.36 | 32% off |
| 100+ | $16.20 | 40% off |
View volume pricing
| Quantity | Unit (inc GST) | Discount |
|---|---|---|
| 1-4 | $27.00 | — |
| 5-9 | $24.84 | 8% off |
| 10-24 | $22.95 | 15% off |
| 25-49 | $20.52 | 24% off |
| 50-99 | $18.36 | 32% off |
| 100+ | $16.20 | 40% off |
Product details
Confirm the exact controlled-area legend
Order this fixed face only when the required message is BIOSECURITY AREA / NO ENTRY OR REMOVAL OF GOODS / AUTHORISED PERSONNEL ONLY / HEAVY PENALTIES APPLY / BIOSECURITY ACT 2015. It contains no site, class, contact or visitor-protocol fields, so compare every line with the controlling approval, direction or authority instruction.
Distinguish an approved area from a farm plan notice
Commonwealth approved-arrangement conditions and state farm biosecurity plans can require different information. This product is a fixed controlled-area face. It should not be substituted for a farm-gate or Biosecurity Management Plan notice that must identify the plan, contact point, entry conditions or another jurisdiction-specific statement.
Choose the material and landscape size
Polypropylene is the default rigid option. Vinyl suits a prepared smooth surface, Corflute suits temporary identification, and Colorbond steel provides a stronger mechanically fixed face. Choose 300 × 225 mm, 450 × 300 mm or 600 × 450 mm only after confirming any prescribed substrate, text height, overall dimensions, durability and fixing method for the controlled area.
Mark and maintain every controlled approach
Place the sign where the complete wording can be read before a person enters the area or removes goods. Check every normal approach, keep the face unobstructed and legible, replace damaged signs, and maintain the locks, authorisation, goods-control, records and operating procedures required by the site approval.
Check the sign format before ordering
This fixed Biosecurity Area face does not establish a controlled area, determine an offence or certify compliance. Confirm the applicable Commonwealth or state framework, responsible authority, approved-arrangement class, exact wording, material, size, placement and supporting controls before installation.
- Federal Register of Legislation — Biosecurity Act 2015 — The Federal Register records the Commonwealth Biosecurity Act 2015 as in force. The Act and instruments or approvals made under it provide the legal framework; printing the Act title on a sign does not itself create powers, restrictions or penalties. Read source (opens in a new tab)Confirm the provisions, instruments and directions that apply to the specific place, goods and activity; this product page is not legal advice.
- Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry — Approved Arrangement Class 2.6 requirements — The department's empty-shipping-container-park conditions provide one concrete example: specified biosecurity areas must display a durable, securely affixed, prominent yellow-and-black sign with controlled-entry and goods-removal wording or words to similar effect. Read source (opens in a new tab)Those conditions are specific to Approved Arrangement Class 2.6. Other classes or directions may require different wording, size, material, fixing or placement, so this citation is not blanket product certification.
- NSW Government — On-farm biosecurity planning — NSW farm guidance describes property-entry signage that tells visitors a Biosecurity Management Plan is in place and identifies who to contact before entering designated areas. Read source (opens in a new tab)This fixed controlled-area face has no plan or contact field. Do not use it as an automatic substitute for a farm Biosecurity Management Plan notice.
Before ordering
- Confirm the responsible authority, jurisdiction and approved-arrangement or site-control basis for the area.
- Match every line of the fixed BIOSECURITY AREA artwork to the required wording before ordering.
- Confirm whether the location instead needs a farm plan, contact details, visitor conditions or custom instructions.
- Confirm the required material, text height, landscape size, durability, visibility and fixing method.
- Identify every approach and the access, goods-control, recordkeeping and operating procedures that support the sign.
This is general product information, not legal or engineering advice. A safety sign is one part of a workplace control system; confirm the site and jurisdictional requirements before ordering.
Product guidance reviewed by Platinum Signs ecommerce and product team. Last reviewed: .
Material options
Rigid plastic sheet suited to indoor and sheltered or general outdoor applications, subject to the print finish and site exposure.
Indicative durability: Medium-term use; site conditions apply · Typical use: Warehouses, factories, permanent indoor/outdoor
Peel-and-stick vinyl for smooth surfaces. Walls, doors, machinery, and equipment labelling.
Indicative durability: Short- to medium-term use; surface and exposure affect service life · Typical use: Indoor walls, equipment labels, smooth surfaces
Lightweight corrugated plastic board. Easy to fix to fences, hoarding, and temporary structures.
Indicative durability: Temporary use; exposure and installation affect service life · Typical use: Construction sites, temporary signage, events
Rigid coated sheet steel suited to demanding indoor and outdoor installations. Print life depends on finish, exposure, edges and mounting.
Indicative durability: Long-term substrate; print and site conditions apply · Typical use: Permanent installations, harsh environments
Size guide
Viewing distances are selection aids, not prescribed compliance distances. Check the site approach, lighting, wording and mounting position.
| Size | Indicative distance | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| 225 x 300mm | Up to 5m | Indoor, close range |
| 300 x 450mm | Up to 10m | Standard indoor/outdoor |
| 450 x 600mm | Up to 15m | Outdoor, site entrances |
Optional finishes
Pre-drilled Holes (4 corners)
4 pre-drilled mounting holes in each corner for easy screw or cable-tie installation.
Available with rigid materials only.
Lamination
Clear protective overlaminate for added UV and scratch resistance. Service life still depends on the print, exposure, cleaning and installation.
Available with vinyl or aluminium only.
Reflective Class 1 (High Intensity)
High-intensity prismatic reflective film. Confirm the grade required by the project specification and relevant authority.
Available with vinyl or aluminium only.
Reflective Class 2 (Engineer Grade)
Engineer-grade reflective film for general site visibility. Confirm suitability for the lighting, approach distance and project specification.
Available with vinyl or aluminium only.
Specifications
| Product code | PS-BIO001 |
|---|---|
| Selected SKU | PS-BIO001-300X225-PP16 |
| Product | Biosecurity Sign – Controlled Area Notice |
| Category | Biosecurity Signs |
| Format guidance | Yellow-and-black controlled-area notice; verify the authority, approved-arrangement class, exact legend and supporting access protocol |
| Printing | UV direct print |
| Selected material | Polypropylene (1.6mm) |
| Selected size | 300 x 225mm (Small) |
| Indicative durability | Medium-term use; site conditions apply |
| Indicative viewing distance | Up to 5m |
| Available sizes | 300 x 225mm (Small), 450 x 300mm (Medium), 600 x 450mm (Large) |
| Available materials | Polypropylene (1.6mm), Self-Adhesive Vinyl (Sticker), Corflute (5mm), Colorbond Steel (0.6mm) |
Selected specifications update with the material and size controls above.
Frequently asked questions
What wording is printed on this Biosecurity sign?
The verified landscape artwork has a yellow field with black text and border. It reads BIOSECURITY AREA, NO ENTRY OR REMOVAL OF GOODS, AUTHORISED PERSONNEL ONLY, HEAVY PENALTIES APPLY and BIOSECURITY ACT 2015. It has no pictogram, contact field or site-specific instructions.
Where is this controlled-area face used?
This wording is associated with controlled biosecurity areas where goods subject to biosecurity control are stored, handled or treated under an applicable Commonwealth approved arrangement or site direction. Confirm the responsible authority, approved-arrangement class, exact wording and access procedure for the location before ordering.
Can I use this as a general farm-gate or Biosecurity Management Plan sign?
Not by assumption. This fixed face does not state that a farm Biosecurity Management Plan applies, identify a contact person or list visitor conditions. For example, NSW farm guidance calls for property-entry signage that tells visitors a plan is in place and who to contact. Use a site-specific farm or plan notice when those are the required instructions.
Does installing the sign create a biosecurity area or make penalties apply?
No. The printed reference to the Biosecurity Act 2015 does not itself establish a controlled area, authorise restrictions, determine an offence or certify compliance. Those consequences depend on the applicable legislation, approval, direction, site status and facts. Obtain direction from the responsible biosecurity authority or approval holder when the legal basis is uncertain.
Which material, size and mounting option should I choose?
Polypropylene is the default rigid option. Self-adhesive vinyl suits a clean smooth surface, 5 mm Corflute suits temporary identification, and Colorbond steel provides a stronger mechanically fixed face. The landscape sizes are 300 × 225 mm, 450 × 300 mm and 600 × 450 mm. Confirm any mandated durability, wording, text-height, size and permanent-fixing requirements for the approved area; optional holes apply only to rigid materials.
What volume discounts apply?
Automatic volume pricing is 5–9 signs: 8% off, 10–24 signs: 15% off, 25–49 signs: 24% off, 50–99 signs: 32% off, 100+ signs: 40% off. The configurator is the source of truth and updates the unit price as quantity changes.