--- title: Lighting Services Blog | Emergency Lighting description: Emergency Lighting | Blog about facilities' life safety and lighting concerns including emergency lighting, interior and exterior lighting --- Questions?  Call us now at [(800) 225-0263](tel:1800-225-0263)  |  [(203) 756-8148](tel:203-756-8148) [![Lighting_Services_Logo](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/hs-fs/file-2244324566-png/images/Logo-2.png?width=200&height=124&name=Logo-2.png "Lighting_Services_Logo")](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net) Search this site on Google Search Google # [Lighting Services Blog](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog) ### [Generator vs Inverter: Choosing the Best for Emergency Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/generator-vs-inverter-choosing-the-best-for-emergency-lighting) ![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/298916/file-425707331-png/simplex_core_images/profile-default.png) by [ Cooper Clark](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/author/cooper-clark) on Nov 13, 2025 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-icon-2.png) ](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-sharing-form.php?blogname=Generator%20vs%20Inverter:%20Choosing%20the%20Best%20for%20Emergency%20Lighting&blogurl=https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/generator-vs-inverter-choosing-the-best-for-emergency-lighting) [![Generator vs Inverter: Choosing the Best for Emergency Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/hubfs/AI-Generated%20Media/Images/show%20an%20electricity%20inverter%20and%20a%20generator%20sidebyside.png) ](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/generator-vs-inverter-choosing-the-best-for-emergency-lighting) Generators and inverters both provide backup power during outages, but they work differently, and there are pros and cons to each. Choosing one or the other for emergency lighting depends on your specific needs. [Read More](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/generator-vs-inverter-choosing-the-best-for-emergency-lighting) Topics: [ Emergency Lighting Systems](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting-systems), [ Emergency Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting) ### [Understanding Emergency Light Codes and Compliance](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/a-guide-to-exit-sign-codes-and-compliance) ![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/298916/file-425707331-png/simplex_core_images/profile-default.png) by [ Cooper Clark](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/author/cooper-clark) on Jun 17, 2025 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-icon-2.png) ](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-sharing-form.php?blogname=Understanding%20Emergency%20Light%20Codes%20and%20Compliance&blogurl=https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/a-guide-to-exit-sign-codes-and-compliance) [![Understanding Emergency Light Codes and Compliance](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/hubfs/exit%20light%20combo-3.jpg) ](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/a-guide-to-exit-sign-codes-and-compliance) Ensuring the safety of occupants during an emergency is paramount, and your understanding of emergency lighting standards plays a critical role in this mission. [Read More](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/a-guide-to-exit-sign-codes-and-compliance) Topics: [ Emergency Lighting Systems](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting-systems), [ Understanding Emergency Lighting Fire Code](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/understanding-emergency-lighting-fire-code), [ Emergency Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting), [ Emergency Lighting Made Simple](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting-made-simple), [ Commercial Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/commercial-lighting) ### [Does Your Small Business Need Emergency Lighting?](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/does-your-small-business-need-emergency-lighting-0) ![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/298916/file-425707331-png/simplex_core_images/profile-default.png) by [ Cooper Clark](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/author/cooper-clark) on Dec 20, 2024 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-icon-2.png) ](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-sharing-form.php?blogname=Does%20Your%20Small%20Business%20Need%20Emergency%20Lighting?&blogurl=https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/does-your-small-business-need-emergency-lighting-0) [![Does Your Small Business Need Emergency Lighting?](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/hubfs/exit%20light%20combo-2.jpg) ](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/does-your-small-business-need-emergency-lighting-0) In the hustle and bustle of operating a small business, safety measures can sometimes take a back seat. However, one crucial element that should never be overlooked is emergency lighting. [Read More](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/does-your-small-business-need-emergency-lighting-0) Topics: [ Emergency Lighting Systems](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting-systems), [ Understanding Emergency Lighting Fire Code](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/understanding-emergency-lighting-fire-code), [ Emergency Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting), [ Emergency Lighting Made Simple](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting-made-simple), [ Commercial Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/commercial-lighting) ### [Vandal-Proof Emergency Lights Explained](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/vandal-proof-emergency-lights-explained) ![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/298916/file-425707331-png/simplex_core_images/profile-default.png) by [ Cooper Clark](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/author/cooper-clark) on Aug 06, 2024 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-icon-2.png) ](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-sharing-form.php?blogname=Vandal-Proof%20Emergency%20Lights%20Explained&blogurl=https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/vandal-proof-emergency-lights-explained) [![Vandal-Proof Emergency Lights Explained](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/hubfs/vandalproof-1.webp) ](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/vandal-proof-emergency-lights-explained) Vandalism is unfortunately something that most of us have to deal with at one time or another. Thankfully, there are lighting solutions that provide peace of mind even if the power goes out. [Read More](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/vandal-proof-emergency-lights-explained) Topics: [ Emergency Lighting Systems](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting-systems), [ Emergency Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting), [ Emergency Lighting Made Simple](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting-made-simple), [ Commercial Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/commercial-lighting) ### [Emergency Lighting: Key Considerations](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/emergency-lighting-key-considerations-0) ![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/298916/file-425707331-png/simplex_core_images/profile-default.png) by [ Cooper Clark](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/author/cooper-clark) on Mar 15, 2024 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-icon-2.png) ](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-sharing-form.php?blogname=Emergency%20Lighting:%20Key%20Considerations&blogurl=https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/emergency-lighting-key-considerations-0) [![Emergency Lighting: Key Considerations](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/hubfs/exit%20light%20combo-2.jpg) ](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/emergency-lighting-key-considerations-0) Your emergency lighting system includes emergency lights and exit signs that guide people to safety in the event of a fire or power outage. The National Fire Code (NFC) is the standard that sets guidelines for the design, installation, and maintenance of emergency lighting systems. In this article, we will discuss emergency lighting, the requirements of the NFC, how emergency lighting is designed, and the importance of regular maintenance. [Read More](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/emergency-lighting-key-considerations-0) Topics: [ Emergency Lighting Systems](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting-systems), [ Understanding Emergency Lighting Fire Code](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/understanding-emergency-lighting-fire-code), [ Emergency Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting), [ Emergency Lighting Made Simple](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting-made-simple) ### [Area of Refuge Signs](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/area-of-refuge-signs) ![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/298916/file-425707331-png/simplex_core_images/profile-default.png) by [ Cooper Clark](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/author/cooper-clark) on Jul 25, 2023 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-icon-2.png) ](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-sharing-form.php?blogname=Area%20of%20Refuge%20Signs&blogurl=https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/area-of-refuge-signs) [![Area of Refuge Signs](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/hubfs/area%20of%20refuge.jfif) ](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/area-of-refuge-signs) # Area of Refuge Signs ## What is an Area of Refuge?   An area of refuge (sometimes called an area of rescue) is a designated spot in a building where individuals with mobility challenges can wait for help in case of an emergency and evacuation is not safe or is not possible. It is intended for the elderly, persons with disabilities, sick people, and anyone else who cannot use the stairs to exit.  It has a call button for help and a 2-way voice communication system. [Read More](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/area-of-refuge-signs) Topics: [ Understanding Emergency Lighting Fire Code](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/understanding-emergency-lighting-fire-code), [ Emergency Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting), [ Emergency Lighting Made Simple](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting-made-simple) ### [The 90-Minute Emergency Lighting Test - What Is It?](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/the-90-minute-emergency-lighting-test-what-is-it) ![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/298916/file-425707331-png/simplex_core_images/profile-default.png) by [ Cooper Clark](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/author/cooper-clark) on Oct 10, 2022 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-icon-2.png) ](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-sharing-form.php?blogname=The%2090-Minute%20Emergency%20Lighting%20Test%20-%20What%20Is%20It?&blogurl=https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/the-90-minute-emergency-lighting-test-what-is-it) [![The 90-Minute Emergency Lighting Test - What Is It?](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/hubfs/clock.jpg) ](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/the-90-minute-emergency-lighting-test-what-is-it) # The 90-Minute Emergency Lighting Test - What Is It? [Emergency lights](https://www.safeopedia.com/definition/5972/emergency-lighting#:~:text=Emergency%20lighting%20refers%20to%20battery,commercial%20and%20residential%20building%20codes.) are important in the event of an emergency, as they can help individuals safely evacuate the building. Building safety codes require that your emergency lights function for at least 1.5 hours. The 90-minute emergency lighting test makes sure that your emergency lights are ready to handle any situation. [Read More](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/the-90-minute-emergency-lighting-test-what-is-it) Topics: [ Understanding Emergency Lighting Fire Code](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/understanding-emergency-lighting-fire-code), [ Emergency Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting), [ Emergency Lighting Made Simple](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting-made-simple) ### [Fire Marshal Inspections of Emergency Lights](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/fire-marshal-inspections-of-emergency-lights) ![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/298916/file-425707331-png/simplex_core_images/profile-default.png) by [ Cooper Clark](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/author/cooper-clark) on Jan 07, 2022 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-icon-2.png) ](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-sharing-form.php?blogname=Fire%20Marshal%20Inspections%20of%20Emergency%20Lights&blogurl=https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/fire-marshal-inspections-of-emergency-lights) [![Fire Marshal Inspections of Emergency Lights](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/hubfs/FIRE%20CHIEF%20W%20TRUCK.jpg) ](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/fire-marshal-inspections-of-emergency-lights) Businesses, schools, towns.  All require a team of dedicated professionals to keep them up and running. That's why, in order to stay on top of everything, the best leaders know you need to hire the best people to help take care of the actual buildings. The last thing a business owner or school administrator needs is a sudden, unforeseen distraction that disrupts their daily rhythm. That disruption could come in the form of a Fire Marshal. [Read More](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/fire-marshal-inspections-of-emergency-lights) Topics: [ Emergency Lighting Systems](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting-systems), [ Understanding Emergency Lighting Fire Code](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/understanding-emergency-lighting-fire-code), [ Emergency Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting), [ Commercial Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/commercial-lighting) ### [Exterior Emergency Lights: The Basics](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/exterior-emergency-lights-the-basics) ![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/298916/file-425707331-png/simplex_core_images/profile-default.png) by [ Cooper Clark](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/author/cooper-clark) on Aug 25, 2021 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-icon-2.png) ](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-sharing-form.php?blogname=Exterior%20Emergency%20Lights:%20The%20Basics&blogurl=https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/exterior-emergency-lights-the-basics) [![Exterior Emergency Lights: The Basics](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/hubfs/sky.jpeg) ](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/exterior-emergency-lights-the-basics) Most people know that you have to put an emergency exit light at the point of egress in a building. Putting lights on the other side of the emergency exit is also a good idea. Consider the following. [Read More](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/exterior-emergency-lights-the-basics) Topics: [ Emergency Lighting Systems](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting-systems), [ Emergency Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting), [ Emergency Lighting CT](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting-ct), [ Commercial Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/commercial-lighting) ### [When Should You Schedule Lighting Inspections?](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/when-should-you-schedule-lighting-inspections) ![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/298916/file-425707331-png/simplex_core_images/profile-default.png) by [ Cooper Clark](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/author/cooper-clark) on May 21, 2021 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-icon-2.png) ](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-sharing-form.php?blogname=When%20Should%20You%20Schedule%20Lighting%20Inspections?&blogurl=https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/when-should-you-schedule-lighting-inspections) [![When Should You Schedule Lighting Inspections?](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/hubfs/inspect.jpg) ](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/when-should-you-schedule-lighting-inspections) Every building should have its lighting systems inspected occasionally. It's important to keep an eye on your lighting as those fixtures and high-powered bulbs have potential to cause injury or even fire if they malfunction.  [Read More](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/when-should-you-schedule-lighting-inspections) Topics: [ Emergency Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting), [ Lighting Maintenance](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/lighting-maintenance), [ Commercial Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/commercial-lighting) [All posts](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/all) [Next](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting/page/2) ## About this blog Blog about facilities' life safety and lighting concerns including emergency lighting, exit signs, interior and exterior lighting. ### Subscribe to Email Updates [Subscribe to RSS feeds](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/rss.xml) [![Click to Request My 100% FreeLife-Safety Inspection AED - Emergency Lighting - Fire](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/235721/cebe47bd-ead7-40ad-9449-b3eab0ac17e0.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/235721/cebe47bd-ead7-40ad-9449-b3eab0ac17e0) ### Recent Posts ### Posts by Topic - [Commercial Lighting (32)](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/commercial-lighting) - [Emergency Lighting (32)](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting) - [LED Lighting (29)](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/led-lighting) - [Emergency Lighting Systems (27)](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting-systems) - [Energy Savings (23)](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/energy-savings) - [Lighting Maintenance (17)](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/lighting-maintenance) - [Emergency Lighting CT (16)](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting-ct) - [Understanding Emergency Lighting Fire Code (13)](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/understanding-emergency-lighting-fire-code) - [Emergency Lighting Made Simple (11)](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting-made-simple) - [Electrical repairs (2)](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/electrical-repairs) - [Electric Vehicles (1)](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/electric-vehicles) [Expand all](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting#) ### Authors List - [Cooper Clark (135)](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/author/cooper-clark) - [Guest Author (1)](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/author/guest-author) ### Contact Details Phone: (800) 225-0263 Fax:      (203) 596-8991 eMail:  [sales@lightingservicesinc.net](mailto:sales@lightingservicesinc.net) ### lightingservicesinc.net ### Blog Categories - [Commercial Lighting (32)](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/commercial-lighting) - [Emergency Lighting (32)](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting) - [LED Lighting (29)](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/led-lighting) - [Emergency Lighting Systems (27)](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting-systems) - [Energy Savings (23)](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/energy-savings) - [Lighting Maintenance (17)](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/lighting-maintenance) - [Emergency Lighting CT (16)](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting-ct) - [Understanding Emergency Lighting Fire Code (13)](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/understanding-emergency-lighting-fire-code) - [Emergency Lighting Made Simple (11)](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/emergency-lighting-made-simple) - [Electrical repairs (2)](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/electrical-repairs) - [Electric Vehicles (1)](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/electric-vehicles) ### Follow Lighting Services Inc: