Periodic Emergency Lighting Certificate – Ensuring Compliance
Emergency Lighting Certification: Staying Compliant with UK Fire Safety Laws
A periodic emergency lighting certificate is essential to confirm that your system meets UK fire safety and building regulations. Commercial properties must ensure their emergency lighting systems are tested and certified on a regular basis to guarantee functionality during power outages.
According to BS 5266-1 , the following schedule should be followed:
- Monthly : Short functional test to check operation.
- Annually : Full duration discharge test (usually 3 hours).
- Every 12 months : Issue a new emergency lighting certificate after inspection and testing by a qualified electrician.
At RCD Electrical , we provide full testing, maintenance, and certification services across North London. Our engineers issue detailed logbooks and official certificates required for fire risk assessments and insurance purposes.