Emergency Lighting system design isn’t just about installing a few extra lights. It’s a life-saving system that ensures safe evacuation in a crisis. Many businesses assume that any qualified electrician can handle the installation. While your general electrician can fit the lights, designing a emergency lighting system that is compliant with BS 5266-1 is beyond […]
Emergency Lights are a vital component of your commercial Fire Safety System and, without proper installation and maintenance,you could be jailed or fined.
It's that simple.This means it is absolutely vital to choose the right person for the job.
Did you know that, if a fireman enjoys DIY and decides to pursue the commercial installation of Emergency Lights, there's no formal qualification requirement to stop him from doing so.
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 states only that the individual must be 'competent'... but there's no law to define what competent is!
However, there are specific British Standards that need to be adhered to. If you hire a fireman to install your Emergency Lights and he doesn't conform to these standards, would you be able to identify his critical errors?
This Essex School certainly weren't able to...
We love receiving testimonials and feedback from our customers, especially when they're as glowing as this one from Wethersfield C of E Primary School, near Braintree, Essex.
"Do I need Emergency Lighting in my workplace?"
YES!!!
Here's a really quick answer to why... and how to get what you need at the right price!
In our Emergency Lighting installation guide, we briefly addressed a common query. While it's not mandatory to hire a professional installer, your system must comply with strict regulations. Failure to do so can lead to serious consequences, such as fines or even imprisonment...
The Hours of Darkness myth is a dangerous one. The truth is that 99.9% of schools require emergency lighting to fulfil their duty of care. If you don't think yours is one of them, you need to read this post!
School holidays are the perfect time for building works, maintenance and repairs.
But does this headache sound familiar? Multiple suppliers, Different lead times, Several points of contact
Ugh! A project management nightmare no one should have to suffer!!!
Find out how a One Stop Shop will solve your problems...
The site manager of a primary school in Chelmsford, Essex contacted us. He wanted some help with their emergency lighting.
It's so easy for the Responsible Person to be tempted by the less expensive quote. But buying cheap may not get the compliance you crave... And you could end up buying twice!
It's a false economy and the perfect way to fall foul of emergency lighting regulations and the Fire Safety Inspector!