TEST & MEASUREMENT  POWER PROVE


Keeping the lights on: The importance of load testing emergency lighting systems


 


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ailure to keep lighting systems in working order not only puts businesses at risk of  Andrew Keith explains how load bank testing can ensure emergency lighting is reliable in the    thorough safety precautions essential for building   helps to guide occupants safely towards exits by illuminating stairwells and hazard areas in smoke-  


   emergency routes and exits requiring illumination  


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  testing and maintenance framework for these 


 compromises safety and may also lead to     


and keep occupants safe in the case of emergency?


ASSURED POWER   Maintained lighting is typically used in dark   Maintained systems normally operate using mains


    mains power fails and should be able to remain   whether that be a central battery system or  


     


 systems should use batteries with a declared life expectancy of at least ten years at 20°C ambient  


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