LIA Update
Statement on UV-C Germicidal irradiation
UVC light has long been used as a measure for sanitisation of air, surfaces and water and is known to kill bacteria and viruses when used correctly. During the coronavirus pandemic there has been an understandable increasing interest in this subject. With growing interest in the ability of UV-C light to sanitise and kill viruses, the Lighting Industry Association (LIA)has issued a statement on both the value and potential hazards of UV-C devices.
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he LIA has become aware over recent months of a significant number of devices appearing on the market, many targeted at consumers and small businesses, which are potentially
dangerous. UVC light can pose a hazard to human health if not used correctly and members of the public are advised not to purchase any UV-C products without seeking third party assurances that they are safe for use. It should be noted that there are professional devices available from
reputable manufacturers which are designed to be operated safely and effectively but these are generally for specialist applications by trained operators.
LIA action The LIA has, over the last few months, been working to understand the value as well as dangers of UV-C light in the fight against bacteria and viruses including membership of the International UV Association (IUVA). Dr Gareth John has been heading up the LIA work on UV-C. The LIA has tested a number of devices claiming to kill viruses and has
reported the outcomes to the relevant market surveillance authorities where safety concerns have been identified. Public Health England has also tested a number of similar devices and have raised concerns over their safety and effectiveness. Through membership of LightingEurope, the LIA has joined a Global Lighting Association task force to publish guidance on UV-C, its effectiveness, hazards and information on devices and applications. We understand that this guidance is to be adopted as a PAS by IEC. Additional work is being carried out by the LIA in the IEC, national committees of BSI and LightingEurope and we continue to monitor work from other international standardisation bodies and trade associations. LIA also maintain a dialogue with Public Health England on the topic.
Lighting and a net zero economy
In other LIA news, the association has published a white paper calling for Government action to drive economic recovery while, at the same time,
supporting the commitment to a net zero economy. The paper explores how lighting can support economic recovery and the goal of a net zero economy. At its core is the need to adopt smart technologies in lighting to green our existing building stock in an ambitious renovation program. LIA President Terry Dean said: “Lighting has delivered enormous energy
savings over the last 15 years but there is much more that can be done by adopting smart lighting controls while advances in emergency lighting can improve the safety of building occupants. This White Paper is designed to inform Government thinking as they develop policies to stimulate economic recovery and tackle climate change.”
LIA Members can access a copy of the white paper here:
https://www.thelia.org.uk/store/viewproduct.aspx?id=16889007
Lighting Industry Association
The LIA was created following the merger of the Lighting Association (LA) and The Lighting Industry Federation (LIF) in January 2012. With their combined experience in all things lighting dating back to 1905, the LIA has been representing the lighting industry for over 100 years and has an established reputation for representing and assisting lighting related companies. Recent years have seen incredible changes in lighting, how it is created and used, and those working with lighting are now a wider and more diverse group than they have ever been. The LIA’s stated mission is: "Through collaboration - we will develop the quality, safety and performance of the UK Lighting Industry."
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