Question 1

How can you tell if the exit or emergency lights are working?

Accepted Answer

Every exit sign and emergency light has a visible LED Charge indicator. If the charge indicator light is on it means that there is power to the light fitting and that the back-up battery is being charged. If the charge indicator light is not on it means that the back-up battery has failed or there is no power to the light fitting. You can also momentarily test each fitting by pressing a test button next to the indicator. This puts the light fitting into an emergency mode.

Question 2

How often do you need to inspect Exit & Emergency Lighting?

Accepted Answer

All exit lights and emergency lighting must be inspected on a 6 monthly basis in accordance with AS 2293.2 (Inspection and Maintenance Standard).
An inspection and test should include the following services:
  - Discharge Test
  - Replacement of Tubes and Starters
  - Cleaning of Diffusers

Question 3

Are there any penalties for not maintaining the emergency lights in my building?

Accepted Answer

Emergency and exit lighting is an essential life safety device and the non-compliance with regulations regarding its correct installation and maintenance jeopardises the safety of building occupants. There is a legal requirement to comply with NCC and AS/NZS 2293 and the WH&S legislation (OH&S in Victoria and WA) treats a serious breach as an indictable offence and carries a maximum penalty of $3 million for a corporation and a significant financial penalty and up to 5 years imprisonment for individuals. Emergency and exit lighting is an essential life safety device and the non-compliance with regulations regarding its correct installation and maintenance jeopardises the safety of building occupants.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can you tell if the exit or emergency lights are working?

How often do you need to inspect Exit & Emergency Lighting?

Are there any penalties for not maintaining the emergency lights in my building?

Frequently Asked Questions

How can you tell if the exit or emergency lights are working?

How often do you need to inspect Exit &amp; Emergency Lighting?

Are there any penalties for not maintaining the emergency lights in my building?

How often do you need to inspect Exit & Emergency Lighting?