Emergency Light Testing & Certification
Ensure your emergency lighting systems meet BS 5266 standards with our comprehensive testing and certification service. Professional, reliable, and fully compliant.
What is Emergency Light Testing?
Emergency lighting testing ensures your property's emergency lighting systems function correctly during power failures, providing safe evacuation routes for occupants.
Our comprehensive testing service includes monthly function tests, annual duration tests, and full compliance certification to meet BS 5266 standards and Fire Safety Order requirements.
Why is it Important?
- Legal requirement under Fire Safety Order 2005
- Ensures safe evacuation during emergencies
- Protects against insurance claims being void
- Maintains property value and compliance
Our Emergency Light Testing Service
Comprehensive testing and certification service to ensure your emergency lighting systems meet all regulatory requirements.
Professional Visual Inspection
Comprehensive visual examination of all emergency lighting units
Duration Testing
Full 3-hour battery discharge test to ensure compliance
Detailed Reporting
Digital certificates and comprehensive test reports
Scheduled Testing
Monthly and annual testing schedules managed for you
Regulatory Compliance
BS 5266 and fire safety regulations compliance
Maintenance & Repairs
On-site repairs and replacements when required
Our Testing Process
Step-by-step process to ensure comprehensive emergency lighting testing and compliance.
Initial Assessment
Survey of all emergency lighting systems and units
Visual Inspection
Check for damage, correct positioning, and cleanliness
Function Testing
Test operation of all emergency lights and exit signs
Duration Testing
Full discharge test to verify 3-hour battery life
Documentation
Complete test certificates and maintenance records
Remedial Work
Repairs, replacements, and compliance corrections
Compliance Requirements
Understanding the regulatory framework for emergency lighting testing and compliance.
BS 5266
British Standard for Emergency Lighting
Monthly function tests and annual duration tests
Fire Safety Order 2005
Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order
Adequate emergency lighting provision
Building Regulations
Part B - Fire Safety
Emergency escape lighting requirements
Emergency Lights Are Used For Various Reasons As Follows:
If the emergency lights do not work correctly, this could result in serious outcomes which include injury and death. It is necessary for people to be able to find their way out of a dwelling to a place of safety if there is a fire. The escape routes should be free from clutter and have sufficient light to ensure safe escape. This ensures all exit routes are illuminated. This is for all places with guest access and include the following:
Emergency Light testing should be carried out on a regular basis. Once completed the emergency light test readings should be placed in the log book provided for recording keeping. This will include the time and date. Once completed by a contractor you should also receive an emergency light certificate. Our skilled engineers carry out a variety of tests on your lighting systems:
Important: Failure to comply with these requirements can result in prosecution. You could ultimately end up in a criminal court if there is serious injury or death as a failure to comply with the emergency light testing procedures.
Emergency Lighting Certificate
Emergency Light testing is carried out to ensure the lights in the property are work correctly and safely.
Emergency Light testing is carried out to ensure the lights in the property are work correctly and safely. They are important to health and safety and should illuminate exit routes. Emergency Lighting test is mandatory for all HMO properties.
These routes are for people leaving the building in a emergency. A safe exit must always be illuminated.
Electrical Lighting Certificate is £90 when purchased alongside an EICR. If purchased by itself Electrical Lighting Certificate is £120 inc VAT
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