Emergency Lighting Systems

Ensuring safe evacuation in any power failure scenario. We design, install, and maintain BS 5266 compliant emergency lighting systems that protect lives and keep your building legally compliant.

Complete Emergency Lighting Solutions

From initial risk assessment to ongoing testing and certification, we deliver end-to-end emergency lighting services that meet every regulatory requirement.

Risk Assessment & Survey

Thorough evaluation of your premises to identify escape routes, open areas, and high-risk zones requiring emergency illumination.

System Design & Planning

Custom emergency lighting layouts designed to BS 5266 standards, ensuring correct lux levels and luminaire placement.

Professional Installation

Expert installation by NICEIC approved engineers with minimal disruption to your daily operations.

Testing & Commissioning

Full functional testing and commissioning of all luminaires, with documented results and compliance certificates.

Routine Testing & Maintenance

Monthly flick tests, annual full-duration tests, and battery replacements to maintain ongoing compliance.

Upgrades & Replacements

LED conversions, system upgrades, and like-for-like replacements to keep your emergency lighting current and efficient.

Emergency Lighting System Types

We install and maintain all types of emergency lighting systems, each suited to specific building types, occupancy patterns, and compliance requirements.

Maintained Emergency Lighting

Luminaires that remain illuminated at all times, seamlessly switching to battery power during a mains failure.

Key Features:

  • Continuous illumination in occupied areas
  • Seamless switchover to battery backup
  • Ideal for public buildings and venues
  • Dual-purpose general and emergency use

Best suited for:

Cinemas, theatres, shopping centres, restaurants, and public venues

Non-Maintained Emergency Lighting

Luminaires that activate only during a mains power failure, providing dedicated escape route illumination.

Key Features:

  • Activates automatically on power loss
  • Lower energy consumption during normal use
  • Cost-effective for staffed premises
  • Clear escape route visibility

Best suited for:

Offices, warehouses, factories, and permanently staffed buildings

Self-Testing Emergency Lighting

Intelligent systems that automatically carry out routine functional tests, reducing manual maintenance requirements.

Key Features:

  • Automated monthly and annual testing
  • LED status indicators for fault reporting
  • Reduced maintenance labour costs
  • Full compliance logging built in

Best suited for:

Large commercial estates, multi-site organisations, and managed properties

Central Battery Systems

Centralised power supply that feeds multiple emergency luminaires from a single battery location.

Key Features:

  • Single point of battery maintenance
  • Ideal for large or complex buildings
  • Longer battery lifespan than individual units
  • Remote monitoring capability

Best suited for:

Hospitals, high-rise buildings, large commercial premises, and data centres

BS 5266 Compliance

BS 5266 is the British Standard that governs the design, installation, and maintenance of emergency lighting systems. Compliance is a legal requirement under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 for all non-domestic premises.

Minimum 1 lux along the centre line of escape routes
Monthly short-duration functional tests required
Annual full-rated duration test (typically 3 hours)
All test results must be recorded in a logbook
Battery replacements typically needed every 3-4 years
System must illuminate within 5 seconds of mains failure

Where Emergency Lighting is Required

Escape Routes

All corridors, stairways, and pathways to final exits

Open Areas

Rooms over 60m² to prevent panic and aid orientation

High-Risk Task Areas

Areas where dangerous processes must be safely shut down

Toilet & Washrooms

Facilities over 8m² without borrowed light

Fire Equipment Points

Locations of fire extinguishers, call points, and alarms

Changes in Level

Steps, ramps, and changes in floor level along escape routes

Exit Signage

All final exit doors and directional exit signs

Where We Work

Our emergency lighting systems protect a wide range of environments, each with unique safety requirements and evacuation challenges.

Commercial Offices

Ensuring safe evacuation routes for staff and visitors with compliant emergency lighting.

Industrial Facilities

Robust emergency lighting for manufacturing environments, warehouses, and high-risk areas.

Healthcare Facilities

Critical illumination for hospitals, care homes, and clinics where uninterrupted light is essential.

Residential Properties

Communal area emergency lighting for apartment blocks, HMOs, and residential developments.

Additional Sectors We Serve

Schools & Universities
Hotels & Hospitality
Retail & Shopping Centres
Warehouses & Distribution
Data Centres
Sports & Leisure Facilities
Places of Worship
Landlord & HMO Properties

Why Choose Scope Fire Protection

Over 5 years of experience delivering reliable emergency lighting solutions with unmatched service and support.

Rapid Response

Emergency callouts within 4 hours, with 24/7 support available year-round.

Expert Team

NICEIC approved engineers with specialist training in emergency lighting design.

Tailored Design

Bespoke emergency lighting plans designed around your building layout and risk assessment.

Ongoing Support

Comprehensive maintenance programmes with testing, certification, and battery replacement.

Our Commitment to Excellence

Over 5 years of proven expertise in fire safety systems
NICEIC approved and fully insured engineers
Comprehensive testing programmes with full documentation
Fast emergency response with 24/7 support availability
BS 5266 compliant design, installation, and maintenance
Complete project management from survey to certification

Service Statistics

2,500+
Systems Installed
98%
Customer Satisfaction
4hrs
Emergency Response
5+
Years Experience

Ready to Upgrade Your Emergency Lighting?

Don't wait for a compliance failure or an emergency to expose inadequate lighting. Contact our specialists today for a free assessment and ensure your building meets every legal requirement.

Emergency callouts available 24/7 • Fully insured and qualified engineers • No obligation quotes • Competitive pricing with no hidden costs