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The City of Chicago has specific codes regarding emergency egress sign-age (what products may be used and where these products must be placed). These codes are covered in section 13-160 of the Chicago Municipal Code.
The City of Chicago has the following requirements for exit signs:
Signs must be rectangular 20 gauge sheet metal box with a glass or plastic face
Signs must be red lettering on white
The letters and arrows of exit signs and exit sign/emergency light combos are MANDATED to be red.
Directional Arrows are beneath the sign lettering and are the same width as the lettering
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