Exit & Emergency Lighting Melbourne

Exit and Emergency Lighting inspection and maintenance

At Direct Point Electrical, we know the importance of emergency exit lighting for maintaining safety and compliance with Victorian laws and building codes.
Our services ensure your facility is equipped to provide adequate lighting during emergencies, helping to guide occupants to safety and comply with the Building Code of Australia (BCA) and AS/NZS 2293 standards.

Emergency lighting plays a vital role in safeguarding building occupants by illuminating exit paths in cases of power outages or hazardous situations. In Victoria, building regulations require that emergency lighting is strategically installed in critical locations within buildings to ensure safe evacuation.

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Here are key areas that must be covered:

Emergency lights must be installed above all designated exit points, such as doors and windows, ensuring that they are visible from any point along the escape route. This includes spaces like stairwells, corridors, and ramps. Proper placement along these pathways ensures that people can safely navigate towards exits even during low visibility conditions.

It is essential that exit signs and lights are positioned at points where escape routes change direction, such as at corners or intersections. This guarantees that people can see the direction they need to travel without confusion. Additionally, exit signage must not be obstructed by furniture or other objects to maintain visibility at all times.

Emergency lights must also be installed near essential safety equipment, such as fire extinguishers and first aid kits. These lights help ensure that both staff and occupants can quickly locate and use these tools during emergencies. In large spaces like offices or industrial facilities, emergency lights should be placed near workstations to facilitate swift evacuation.

Common areas such as lobbies and waiting rooms should have sufficient emergency lighting, ensuring easy access to exits. Outdoor pathways leading to exits must also be illuminated to guide people safely out of the premises to access points. Carparks and vehicle access areas, must be equipped with emergency lighting to provide adequate visibility during evacuations.

For multi-story buildings, lighting must be installed on each stair landing and around elevators to ensure proper illumination during evacuation. Smaller spaces, such as restrooms and utility rooms also require proper lighting in these areas guarantees that everyone can safely exit even from enclosed spaces.

Emergency lighting in healthcare and childcare facilities is mandatory to ensure the safe evacuation of vulnerable individuals. Emergency lights should be positioned around the building perimeter to guide occupants away from the structure if needed.

In areas like kitchens, cafeterias, or storage rooms, where there may be limited natural light or complex layouts, emergency lighting is crucial to prevent accidents and allow safe movement.

Facilities with sensitive or critical equipment, such as server rooms or data centers, should have emergency lighting to enable proper shutdown procedures before evacuating.

Direct Point Electrical ensures that all emergency lighting installations comply with the relevant Victorian laws and standards, including AS/NZS 2293. Our qualified electricians carry out thorough assessments of each facility to recommend the best placement for emergency lighting, providing both safety and compliance.

For expert advice or installation services, contact Direct Point Electrical today!