If the power fails, people need to be able to leave a building safely. Emergency lighting automatically illuminates escape routes, exits and key areas when the mains supply is lost. Atlas Electrical designs, installs and tests emergency lighting systems for businesses, schools, landlords and HMOs across Nottingham.
Who Needs Emergency Lighting?
Most non-domestic premises, as well as the common areas of many HMOs and blocks of flats, require emergency lighting as part of their fire safety arrangements. The responsible person for the building must make sure it is suitable, properly installed and regularly tested. The relevant British Standard is BS 5266-1.
Our Emergency Lighting Services
- Survey and design of new systems
- Installation of maintained and non-maintained fittings
- Illuminated exit signs
- Upgrading old fittings to long-life LED units
- Periodic testing and certification
- Repairs and battery replacements
Testing and Maintenance
Emergency lighting should be function-tested regularly, with a full-duration test carried out at least once a year, and the results recorded in a log book. We can carry out annual testing, replace failed batteries or fittings and provide the certification you need for your fire risk assessment.
Emergency lighting is often installed alongside other life safety systems, such as smoke and heat alarms, and as part of wider commercial electrical work.
Emergency Lighting FAQs
How long must emergency lights stay on?
Most systems are designed to run for three hours, although the required duration depends on the building and its use.
Can you test our existing system?
Yes – we can test and certify systems installed by others and advise on any upgrades.
Book a NICEIC Approved Electrician in Nottingham
Atlas Electrical is based in Rise Park and covers Nottingham and the surrounding areas. For a free, no-obligation quote call 07718 220441, email info@atlaselectricals.co.uk or send us a message.