Yes, emergency light testing can typically be done during business hours, but there are some considerations: Monthly Functional Test – A short, functional test (BS 5266 recommends 30 seconds per light) is often done during working hours since it causes minimal disruption. Annual Full Duration Test – This involves a Read more…
LED emergency lights are generally considered better than traditional ones for several reasons: Energy Efficiency: LEDs consume significantly less power compared to traditional incandescent or fluorescent lights, reducing energy costs. Longer Lifespan: LED lights have a much longer operational life, often lasting 50,000 hours or more, which means fewer replacements Read more…
The main difference between maintained and non-maintained emergency lighting is how they operate during normal conditions and power failures: Maintained Emergency Lighting: Always On: Maintained lights are on at all times, even during normal power supply conditions. Dual Function: They can serve as standard lighting during normal operations and switch Read more…
In the UK, the duration of emergency lighting depends on the type of premises and its use. Here’s a breakdown: Standard Duration Requirements: 60-minute duration: Typically used in workplaces where evacuation is expected to be quick, and re-occupation is unlikely until mains power is restored. 180-minute (3-hour) duration: Required in Read more…
A children’s nursery in Elland will be closed for an unknown period of time following a fire. Four engines were called out to deal with the blaze, at around 07:15 on Friday 5th January 2018 at Elland Day Nursery, in Northgate. Fortunately there were no injuries caused by the incident. Read more…
