System integrity – “to ensure that emergency lighting will be provided when required.”.
British Standard 5266-1 (BS 5266-1 Emergency lighting - Part 1: Code of practice for the emergency lighting of premises) states: “The type, mode of operation, facilities and duration of the system to be used should be selected on the basis of the size, function and risk assessment of the premises.” - BS 5266-1, Section 6 Emergency Lighting Design: 6.7.2 Classification of systemīS 5266-1 documents the different areas that should be considered in the design process: The classification of the emergency lighting system required will be part of the design process. With this information, a suitable system design can then be established. There are different classifications for emergency lighting systems which an appropriately Third Party Certificated provider will be able to determine following a site visit.
