Lighting inspection, Testing and Certification

The purpose of emergency lighting testing is to ensure that emergency lights remain fully functional (for the specified duration) during mains electrical failure and that all lighting and exit signs are up to date with current legislation and are adequate for the purpose intended.
BS5266 recommends that emergency lighting systems be regularly serviced by 'competant' persons, these being persons with the necessary knowledge, skills and training to undertake emergency lighting servicing procedures.


Fire Alarm Testing

A working fire alarm system should give enough warning to save lives and hopefully buy fire fighters enough time to limit property damage. Periodic testing, backed up by regular user checks will ensure that the system is always protecting people and property.
Over time, smoke detectors become less sensitive. Standby batteries in control panels become weak and general faults can develop.
Regular checks are an essential part of fire alarm system maintenance. Periodic testing of fire alarm systems is a requirement for a local authority fire certificate. The sensitivity of detectors on a poorly maintained, or neglected fire alarm system may result in the system not going into alarm condition should a fire develop, that could be deadly.