Emergency lighting is primarily designed to assist people in evacuating a building during emergencies, such as a fire, and can also be used to illuminate safety equipment. It is crucial in office buildings, apartment complexes, or any structure where a power outage would make it difficult to escape. Building owners are required to have an emergency lighting certificate.
For smaller premises, individual ‘stand-alone’ emergency lighting units may suffice, and these can sometimes be combined with exit or directional signs. However, larger, more complex buildings often require a more comprehensive system of fixed automatic emergency lighting, especially in areas like extensive basements or spaces with a significant number of staff or public occupants.
Landlord Safety Certificate provides emergency lighting installation services and conducts regular testing to ensure compliance. The testing process includes verifying that the lighting tubes function correctly and that the backup battery operates long enough to facilitate a full evacuation. Any issues identified during routine tests will be addressed and documented in a logbook. It is recommended that tests are carried out monthly.
