Emergency
In the United Kingdom and Ireland, it is a legal requirement to have emergency lighting in all non-domestic buildings. This ensures that people can safely evacuate the building in the event of a fire or other emergency, even if the mains power fails.
Emergency lighting regulations stipulate that a safely lit exit route must be provided when the normal power supply fails. This includes the exits themselves, plus all the pathways, corridors and stairwells that lead to them. Furthermore, all rooms larger than 60m2 must also be fitted with emergency lighting.
Emergency exit lights must operate automatically and must be tested regularly by simulating a mains failure. A test for the entire illumination duration must also be carried out annually. Self-testing lights check themselves automatically to ensure that the battery and lamp in each light are fully operational, thus replacing the need for manual tests. Read More ...
What are the different types of Emergency Lights?
There are two types of emergency lights: maintained and non-maintained.
- Maintained emergency lights provide illumination under mains power and remain lit under battery power in the event of a mains failure.
- Non-maintained lights operate only in the event of a power failure.
Tamlite’s LED Emergency Lights
Tamlite provides a comprehensive package of LED emergency lights in both manual and self-test options, all providing illumination levels far in excess of the legal requirements. Tamlite’s LED emergency bulkhead lights are housed in a tough polycarbonate enclosure and are IP65 rated, making them weatherproof and dust tight. They are available in both maintained and non-maintained, manual, and self-test, with a range of mounting options. Tamlite also offers a range of LED illuminated fire exit signs, both boxes and blades, which are designed for surface mounting and provide a viewing distance of 30m and 35m respectively.
Our Range
Tamlite provides a comprehensive package of LED emergency lights in both manual and self-test options, all providing illumination levels far in excess of the legal requirements.
Tamlite’s LED emergency bulkhead lights are housed in a tough polycarbonate enclosure and are IP65 rated, making them weatherproof and dust tight. They are available in both maintained and non-maintained, manual, and self-test, with a range of mounting options.
Tamlite also offers a range of LED illuminated fire exit signs, both boxes and blades, which are designed for surface mounting and provide a viewing distance of 30m and 35m respectively.
What are the benefits of emergency lights?
Emergency lighting is an essential safety feature in all non-domestic buildings. Tamlite’s LED emergency lights are a cost-effective and energy-efficient solution that meets all the legal requirements. LED emergency lights also have a long lifespan, lasting up to 50,000 hours – essential for lower maintenance and reliability.
