Exit and Emergency Lighting Testing and Maintenance Sydney

Name: McIntosh Electrical
Telephone: 1300 627 727

McIntosh Electrical are the experts in compliance for Emergency and Exit lights, which must undergo a 90-minute test of the battery every 6 months as stated under the Australian Standard AS2293.1.

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We can organise a testing schedule that will keep your system compliant and operational, ensuring your asset is meeting Australian standards 2293.2 and meeting all relevant industry codes. Call 1300 627 727 today to find out more about our regular testing and compliance discount program.

Is Your Workplace Prepared for Emergencies?

Emergency and Exit Lighting

Emergency lighting is crucial for workplace safety, providing essential illumination during power outages. Typically installation points are above stairs and in common areas, so these lights ensure that people can safely exit or navigate the building during an emergency.

Power failures can cause complete darkness, making exits hard to find. To meet AS2293.2 Standards and ensure workplace safety, emergency lighting must be tested biannually. Regular emergency exit light testing and maintenance confirms that your emergency lighting is functional and ready to guide building occupants to safety.

How Does the Testing & Maintenance Work on Your Lighting?

How We Test Your Maintained Lighting

In compliance with AS/NZS 2293 Standards, we conduct biannual inspections of each lighting unit. Before performing the discharge test, any faulty luminaires are replaced. Each fitting is then tested for 90 minutes without mains power to verify that the backup battery lasts throughout the test.

We complete a detailed testing log documenting the results and locations of all fittings. Faulty units that fail the test are promptly replaced. A by-product of battery discharges every six months not only ensure safety but also extend the lifespan of your exit signs and emergency lights.

Three Main Types of Exit Lighting

Exit lighting is generally installed over doors or is strategically placed to help people locate the nearest exit.

There are three main types of exit lights in buildings,

Sustained Emergency Lighting: Features two lamps within the fitting, but only one lamp is active at a time.
Non-Maintained Emergency Lighting: Normally off and continuously charging, these lights activate only during a power failure.
Maintained Emergency Lighting: Equipped with a single lamp that remains illuminated both during normal power and in the event of a power outage.

Maintained lights have two bulbs: one for regular power and a smaller low-voltage bulb powered by a battery backup that activates during an outage. A light that appears operational when the power is on may still have a burned-out low-voltage bulb or a flat battery, compromising its functionality in an emergency. Regular checks are essential to ensure all components are working correctly when needed.

The exit lights that only come on when mains power fails (Non-maintained Emergency Lights) are connected to the main electrical supply that constantly charges the battery. When the power fails, the low-voltage bulb is triggered to come on, powered by the battery.

Comprehensive Exit and Emergency Lighting Testing in Sydney

Ensure your business is fully prepared with our all-in-one safety service. We offer integrated testing for exit lights, smoke alarms, emergency lighting, circuit breakers, switchboards, safety switches, and all electrical equipment.

In addition, we can upgrade your existing halogen exit and emergency lighting to energy-efficient, long-lasting LED solutions. Trust us to provide a complete safety solution for your business, enhancing both reliability and efficiency.