Emergency and Exit Lighting

Installation of Exit and Emergency Lighting

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Emergency and exit lighting will aid all residents in a building in swiftly locating exit ways and providing a safe passage for escape in the case of an emergency. Have you ever seen a sign attached to an emergency exit door or a fire stair door that says “DO NOT OBSTRUCT” or “DO NOT KEEP OPEN?” It is illegal under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 to place anything in front of or near an emergency exit door that will prevent personnel from exiting the building, and it is also illegal to remove or interfere with any signage attached to the emergency door.

The Australian standard 2293 for emergency and exit lights is essential knowledge for business owners, building managers, and even employers. The standard is divided into three parts, each of which has various sections on emergency lighting design, installation, and maintenance. Penalties and fines can be imposed on business owners, building managers, and employers for failing to comply with the regulations under the WHS laws. In accordance with AS/NZS Standards 2293, emergency lights must be examined, tested, and serviced every six months. This guarantees that all exit and emergency lights is operational and illuminates for at least 90 minutes.

What Different Types of Emergency Lighting Are There?

Emergency lights and signs exist in a variety of shapes and sizes, and they can be utilized in a variety of locations. They are created in a variety of ways to best suit the location in which they are installed and to be as effective as possible. The following is a list of the most frequent types of lights and signs used for emergency guidance:

Lights

• Lifelight – is a type of ceiling light that can be installed or recessed.
• Batten – a lengthier shape that is commonly found in car parks, outdoor settings, corridors, stairs, and stairwells.
• Circular – a circular shape that is employed both internally and externally.
• Flood – intended for loading docks, parking lots, and other areas that may be flooded.

Signs

• Standard Box – This is the most popular and recognizable box shape.
• Blade – has a more aesthetically pleasing or architectural design.
• Waterproof – used in outdoor environments, such as where it is more likely to rain.
• Low Temperature — Designed for use in commercial refrigerators and other similar environments.
• Vandal Resistance – a method of preventing vandalism in public places such as train stations and bus terminals.