Where emergency lighting is installed, monthly in-house checks should be completed in accordance with the dual-numbered British Standard BS EN50172:2004 / BS 5266-8:2004.
If you notice any issues with your system, you should call in a professional technician to diagnose and remedy the situation as soon as possible to ensure you are covered.
Opt to conduct the test at the end of the working day. This will ensure that the charge is only depleted when people are out of the building, giving the lights time to recharge overnight.
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Insert the device key into the emergency test unit – this is usually a fish-shaped key. Set a timer if applicable – you can do functional, 10-minute. Check all emergency lights are fully illuminated. Turn off the emergency testing unit.
Are emergency lights charging? (indicated by a small, internal LED light)
Is the space adequately lit by the emergency light?
Does the emergency light require cleaning or maintenance?
Where emergency lighting is installed, monthly in-house checks should be completed in accordance with the dual-numbered British Standard BS EN50172:2004 / BS 5266-8:2004.
If you notice any issues with your system, you should call in a professional technician to diagnose and remedy the situation as soon as possible to ensure you are covered.
Opt to conduct the test at the end of the working day. This will ensure that the charge is only depleted when people are out of the building, giving the lights time to recharge overnight.
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