Many business owners make the mistake of installing their own emergency exit lighting. Some of them hire professional electricians or handymen who may or may not be familiar with the building codes in the area.
The professionals then ask the business owner where he or she would like the emergency exit lights to go.
However, even though your city or state government might only require a bare minimum, that doesn't mean that is what will keep your guests, customers and staff safe on your property.
There are many things to consider when you decide on a final plan for egress lighting installation. It's important to work with emergency lighting professionals to ensure you're both up to code and truly keeping the safety of others in mind.
What Will the Professional Determine?
- Which emergency lighting plan will work best for open area illumination and escape route illumination
- The clearest way to give people directional guidance along pre-determined escape routes
- If any additional areas require lighting based on information like crime stats in the community or how people actually use your building. (Do they wait for a parking pass in an unlit area of the parking lot? Do they use storage rooms in the basement of the building to store old files and office supplies?)
- Which areas require people to complete high-risk tasks so they can add extra-bright illumination to these areas
- If a very specific and detailed plan must be created for your business such as if you run a movie cinema or community theater.
- Which standby lighting is the most reliable for your business based on common weather conditions and how much generator power you have access to
- Where to install lighting to minimize glare
In addition, only a professional can draft a truly safe egress lighting plan for new premises or tell you where your existing premises’ lighting and fire safety plan is falling short.
Contact us today at Lighting Services Inc. We understand best practices for egress lighting in your east coast region, (from Virginia to Maine), so you don't have to.
