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#Emergency Lighting Services For Businesses and Homes
Emergency lighting is an important safety system that keeps businesses, public buildings and homes illuminated in the event of a power outage. Having backup lighting can make a critical difference in being able to safely exit a building, continue operations to an extent during an outage, and provide** lighting for security**.
While homes may only require **emergency lighting** in certain key areas, most commercial buildings are required by law to have adequate emergency lighting systems in place. These systems must be routinely tested and properly maintained to ensure they will function as needed.
Hiring a professional emergency lighting service provides the expertise and equipment needed to install, inspect and service emergency lighting systems. Keep reading to learn more about **emergency** lighting and how a professional emergency lighting service can help meet safety codes and provide peace of mind.
##Why Emergency Lighting Is Essential
Emergency lighting provides **illumination** during power outages so that occupants can safely exit a building. It also provides lighting to allow certain business operations to continue.
Emergency lighting is legally required in commercial buildings as part of fire/safety codes. For example, emergency lighting may be required along exit routes, near stairwells, close to fire alarm equipment, by emergency shut-off switches for gas and power, and in parking garages.
Even when not legally mandated, emergency lighting is an important safety factor for any building. The purpose of emergency lighting is to:
- Allow safe evacuation in the event of an outage
- Provide security lighting for protection against intruders
- Allow minimal continuation of operations where possible
- Prevent panic by providing lighting to see by
Proper **emergency lighting** allows occupants to safely navigate a building and exit promptly in blackout conditions. Emergency lighting near critical systems also allows workers to shut them down safely if needed.
##How Emergency Lighting Works
Emergency lighting systems have battery-powered lights that switch on automatically when a power outage occurs. There are two main types of emergency lighting:
##Exit Signs
Illuminated exit signs clearly point the way to exits. Exit signs must remain lit at all times to identify exit routes.
##Standby Lighting
Standby lighting systems provide illumination in key areas. They may be individual battery-powered fixtures, or an emergency power system that operates designated lights.
Exit signs and standby lighting fixtures must provide illumination for a minimum duration, such as 90 minutes. Once the power comes back on, the systems switch back to normal lighting but are immediately ready for the next outage.
Proper placement, luminance and directional signage ensure **emergency lighting systems** effectively guide occupants to exits and provide lighting where needed.
##Routine Inspection & Testing is Critical
**Emergency lighting systems** must be maintained and tested on a routine basis to ensure they will function as intended during an actual emergency.
Monthly inspections should check that exit signs are illuminated and not obstructed. Functional tests should be conducted for:
- Battery- all emergency lights should be tested monthly to verify batteries are fully charged and functioning. Batteries also require periodic replacement.
- Generator systems- if present, generators should be tested monthly and load tested under operability conditions annually.
- Annunciation- the monitoring system should be checked monthly. Any fault warnings must be addressed immediately.
Proper records of all testing and maintenance must be maintained. Issues identified during inspections and tests must be corrected promptly.
##Why Hire Professionals
Maintaining compliance and safety requires expertise in **emergency systems**. Lighting layouts must provide adequate visibility, signage and power reliability. A licensed professional **emergency lighting service** provides the following:
- Installation services for new or upgraded systems
- Design services to create a compliant, effective emergency lighting plan
- Regular system inspections, testing and maintenance
- Monitoring services and automatic notifications
- Reporting for compliance recordkeeping
- Identification and repairs for any issues or failures
- Battery maintenance and replacements
- Generator repair services if applicable
- Ensuring lighting luminance remains up to code
Hiring professionals for installation, testing and repairs ensures emergency lighting systems meet all legal standards and are kept in optimal operating condition.
##Peace of Mind for Occupants
High quality emergency lighting provides reassurance that visibility and safety will be maintained even in blackout conditions. Occupants can feel confident knowing they can promptly exit the building safely.
For building owners and managers, keeping emergency lighting systems up to code reduces liability risks. Routine inspection and maintenance provides documentation that required safety systems are being properly serviced and tested.
Protect your property and its occupants by hiring a professional **emergency lighting service**. They have the expertise and equipment to properly install, test and maintain compliant, functional emergency lighting systems. Contact a provider today to assess your building's emergency lighting needs.
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