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The new code will


AN ENLIGHTENED APPROACH


promote standards of lighting design


Recognising the difficulties associated with the construction and aftercare of sports and play lighting, SAPCA takes us through the key points featured in its new guidance document, ‘The SAPCA Code of Practice for the Provision of Outdoor Sports Lighting’


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he SAPCA Code of Practice is intended for use by sports lighting contractors; sports facility design professionals and sports facility purchasers and owners. The Code of Practice also outlines the speci- fications and building standards that SAPCA members are committed to achieve.


SAPCA’S AIMS AND OBJECTIVES • To promote high standards of design, con- struction and workmanship for sports facilities in the UK.


• To regulate the industry through the vetting of SAPCA members.


• To participate fully in the development of British, European and other standards for the construction and performance of sports facilities, for all levels of play.


• To liaise closely with the governing bodies of sport, both nationally and internationally.


• To encourage the use of new technology in the design and construction of sports facilities.


• To provide and support training and education for the industry’s workforce.


• To provide a strong voice for the sports con- struction industry in the UK.


Specialist members of SAPCA involved in lighting design, electrical installation and sports project management have developed the Code of Prac- tice. It has been overseen by Sport England and NICEIC, the electrical Industries independent, non profit-making, regulatory body. SAPCA recognises that sports lighting is a substantial financial investment. It is, therefore, essential that we identify the benefits such an investment is designed to produce, such as:


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• Extending playing hours (which can increase club revenue and membership).


• Making more use of an existing facility as an alternative to building another.


• Providing a safe(r) environment for coaching. • Increasing participation numbers and develop- ing social inclusion.


• Qualifying for entry to a “lit league” compe- tition.


CODE OF PRACTICE


The Code of Practice provides practical advice for anyone undertaking a lighting project and answers key questions to consider, such as: - • Decide on the type of lighting required - The type for lighting will be different for each sport as there are major differences in the visual tasks involved between various games


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