The RBE Electrical Ltd team are the trusted local emergency electricians for Farnborough, Uxbridge and the surrounding areas. We are knowledgeable in all aspects of emergency electrical services and emergency lighting. From electrical PAT testing and rewires to rapid responses to an electrical emergency, the RBE Electrical Ltd team caters to all commercial and domestic electrical requirements.
Our professionals ensure strict adhere to regulations and requirements across jobs of all scales. Here, we provide a quick guide to emergency lighting installations.
All lighting must comply with BS 5266-1, which covers emergency lighting design and installation requirements.
Site risk assessments determine the necessary lux levels and placement for specific building areas.
A logbook of installation details and commissioning tests must be maintained, and regular maintenance records have to be kept.
Our local emergency electricians always adhere to BS 5266-1 standards and meet all rules and requirements for homes and businesses in Farnborough, Uxbridge and the surrounding areas.
Lighting must be directly above and within 2 meters of each final exit.
Lighting needs to be positioned to ensure each flight receives direct light.
Lighting must be near fire-fighting equipment and call points to ensure accessibility.
Lighting must be fitted at intersections and changes in direction.
Lighting must be present near floor-level changes, steps, and exterior final exits.
Specialised lighting, typically 15 lux, needs to be installed in control rooms or machinery areas.
Our professionals use luminaires compliant with EN 60598-2-22. Ideal installations are certified by the ICEL Product Registration Scheme.
Lights should be connected to a permanent live feed to ensure they charge continuously, even if standard light switches are turned off.
Manufacturer-provided spacing tables should be used to ensure consistent illumination, typically placing units closer than 30 meters apart.
Systems must hold a charge for at least 1 hour, though 3 hours is recommended for high-risk premises.
Upon installation, "as-fitted" drawings must be produced and signed by a competent person.
Our local emergency electricians offer a range of services to clients in Farnborough, Uxbridge and the surrounding areas.
