If you own or manage a commercial premises in the UK, it should be equipped with Emergency Lighting. Designed to illuminate escape routes and critical areas during a power failure or other emergency situation, the purpose of emergency lighting is to allow people to safely evacuate the building in the event of an emergency.
If you are unsure whether you require emergency lighting, you should consider having a Fire Risk Assessment carried (FRA) out. Amongst other criteria, an FRA dictates the type, placement, and capacity of the emergency lighting system you need. The regulations require that emergency lighting is provided in all escape routes, such as corridors, stairwells, and exits. In addition, emergency lighting must be provided in areas where people may be working or congregating during an emergency, such as assembly points and first aid stations.
Emergency lighting systems must be regularly tested and maintained to ensure they are working correctly. Building owners and managers have a legal obligation to ensure that their emergency lighting systems comply with all relevant regulations.
If you are unsure whether your emergency lighting is sufficient, or if you don’t have any in place, we can help. We carry out emergency lighting installations, upgrades, and testing. Feel free to call us today to discuss your requirements.
