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Emergency Lighting Testing & Servicing
Ensuring life safety through compliance with BS 5266-1:2016
Emergency lighting is critical for life safety. In the event of a power failure, it provides illumination to guide occupants safely out of a building. That’s why it’s essential that emergency lighting systems are installed, maintained, and tested regularly in accordance with BS 5266-1:2016.
At AK Fire Safety, our trained engineers ensure that your emergency lighting is fully functional, compliant, and ready when you need it most — whether it’s in a school, care home, office, or warehouse.
🔧 Our Emergency Lighting Services
We inspect and maintain both maintained and non-maintained systems across a wide range of premises:
Shops & offices
Schools & colleges
Care homes & hospitals
Factories & warehouses
Public buildings & churches
HMOs, village halls, and more
Our engineers are trained to service emergency lighting systems of all sizes, from small local properties to large national sites.
🧯 Why Maintenance Matters
BS 5266-1:2016 requires emergency lighting to be tested annually to ensure full compliance.
Regular testing helps you identify faults early and ensures your system works when it matters most.
Failure to test and maintain your system may result in:
Non-compliance with UK fire safety laws
Invalidation of insurance policies
Increased risk to life and property in emergencies
📅 Emergency Lighting Test Schedule
✅ Monthly Flick Test
Simulate a mains failure using the test switch or isolating the primary circuit.
Check that all emergency lights illuminate correctly.
Inspect LED indicators (red/green) for AC and battery health.
Look for signs of wear, damage, or dirty diffusers.
Record results in the Fire Log Book.
🧪 Annual 3-Hour Test
Simulate a full power failure for 3 hours.
Ensure all emergency lights stay illuminated for the full duration.
Test battery charging and perform capacity checks.
Conduct a full inspection of luminaire condition.
Results must be recorded in the Fire Log Book.
🔄 All remedial works between inspections must also be documented.
🔄 Bi-Annual Servicing
A full service should be completed twice a year by a competent engineer. This includes:
Switching off mains power to test emergency battery runtime
Confirming the recharging functionality works as required
Inspecting all fittings, diffusers, wiring and signage
Replacing failed batteries or defective lighting units
🛠️ Emergency Lighting Remedial Works
Any failed units or components identified during inspections should be repaired or replaced promptly. We can schedule quick and efficient remedial works, ensuring:
Your system remains fully compliant
Faulty components are swiftly addressed
All actions are recorded in the Fire Log Book
Emergency Lighting Installation
Protecting lives through compliant and effective lighting systems
If you own a business premises and employ staff, you have a legal duty of care to ensure safe evacuation in the event of an emergency. A key component of this safety is emergency lighting — ensuring that escape routes, exits, and critical areas remain illuminated when the mains power fails.
At AK Fire Safety, our expert team designs, installs, and maintains emergency lighting systems that fully comply with BS 5266 and BS 7671:2008 standards.
🛠️ Design, Supply & Installation
We provide bespoke emergency lighting solutions for a wide range of environments, including:
Offices (open-plan and multi-level)
Factories and industrial units
Retail spaces and hospitality venues
Healthcare and educational facilities
Stairwells, corridors, and communal areas
High-risk task areas (machinery zones, workshops)
Whether you need basic escape lighting or a complex addressable emergency system, we’ll design a solution that works for you.
Free site survey and quotation included.
✔️ What We Install
Our highly trained engineers can install a wide range of emergency lighting systems, including:
✅ Self-Contained Emergency Lighting
Standalone luminaires with integrated battery packs
Connected to the local lighting circuit
Available as maintained (always on) or non-maintained (only on in failure)
Ideal for smaller systems or where cabling needs to be minimal
Optional features: automatic self-testing or integration into addressable systems
✅ Central Battery Systems (on request)
Central power source providing backup to multiple luminaires
More efficient for larger buildings or multi-storey applications
Easy centralised battery maintenance
(Note: Best suited for projects with specific infrastructure requirements.)
✅ Fully Addressable Emergency Lighting Systems
Smart systems that monitor and test each light remotely
Reduce the need for manual testing
Ideal for larger or high-occupancy premises
Helps maintain compliance with minimal disruption
🔍 Why Choose AK Fire Safety?
Qualified, experienced engineers
Our team is trained to current industry standards and regulations.Custom solutions for every environment
From stairwells and small offices to industrial sites and open-plan spaces.Regulation-compliant installs
We meet all applicable standards:BS 5266-1:2016 – Code of practice for emergency lighting
BS 7671:2008 (IET Wiring Regulations) – Electrical installations
Ongoing maintenance available
We also offer bi-annual servicing, remedial works, and compliance packages to keep you protected year-round.Nationwide coverage
We install across the UK and offer flexible appointment slots to suit your operations.
🧯 Full Fire Safety Packages Available
Let AK Fire Safety simplify your compliance. We offer consolidated service packages including:
Emergency lighting testing and servicing
Fire alarm installation & maintenance
Fire extinguisher servicing
Fire door inspections
PAT testing and more
One provider. One invoice. Full peace of mind.
📞 Get a Free Quotation Today
Need an emergency lighting system that works for your business?
Contact our team for free expert advice and a no-obligation quote:
📞 01604 459588
✉️ sales@akfiresafety.co.uk
📍 33 Laceby Walk, Northampton, NN3 8PN
🌐 www.akfiresafety.co.uk