Silco -Exit & Emergency Lights, inspection, installation, maintenance

Frequently Asked Questions

How often do I need to inspect or service my Exit & Emergency lights?

Exit and Emergency lights should be tested monthly by the building owner, but at the very least annually by a licensed Silco technician.

How long should my battery last in my Exit light?

Your battery should last 3 to 5 year under normal usage.

Where do Emergency lights need to be located?

Along the normal path of egress out of a building and any larger rooms that would need supplementary lighting in the event of a power outage.

What type of Exit lights or Emergency lights do I need in my building?

The position and type of light needed is based on the size and usage of the building, your Silco technician can perform a site survey to determine which lights are needed and where.

Do I need to have electricity in a building to install an Exit light?

2 Types of Emergency Lighting: Maintained vs. Non-maintained

Do you remember your school fire drills? What about your yearly occupational safety and hazard employee training? Have you ever had to exit a building because of a valid emergency? A fire? A gas leak? A power outage? Another kind of threat? Was there panic? Were you in a familiar place where you knew what to do and where to go? Was it somewhere unfamiliar?

You probably took note of your entry and exit routes as well as subconsciously observing the exit signs. Whether you are aware of it or not, emergency lighting is also there to guide you to safety in the event of an emergency.

Emergency lighting is divided into two main categories.

Maintained Emergency Lighting

When emergency lights are on all the time, they are known as maintained emergency lighting. Maintained lighting is often found where large numbers of individuals congregate. Preventing complete darkness, maintained lighting is designed to continue to work even when there is a power outage. Maintained lighting is occasionally used as standard lighting as well. You may be subconsciously aware of maintained emergency lighting in movie theaters, auditoriums, shopping malls, hospitals, airplanes, and windowless offices and classrooms.

Non-maintained Emergency Lighting

If maintained lighting is on 24/7, then non-maintained lighting is definitely not on all of the time. In fact, non-maintained lighting is only engaged when there has been a power outage. Often battery-operated, non-maintained lighting regularly charges itself through its own power supply to ensure that it will activate when the power has gone out.

Exit signs, though different from emergency lighting may also be used as emergency lights, and therefore should be maintained or non-maintained depending on the building needs. They serve a double function of providing light and direction for escape routes from the building.

Both maintained and non-maintained emergency lighting require regular testing to ensure the safety of the building occupants in the event of an emergency. According to regulations, emergency lighting should illuminate the building for a minimum of one-hour to assist evacuees. Reentry and reoccupation of the building may require these lights to stay on longer.

The type of emergency lighting system needed is determined by the type and layout of the building, the type of business, and the kind of occupancy.

Contact the experts with Pye Barker Fire Safety to install or test your emergency lighting today.

What are the Different Types of Emergency Lights and Their Features? - AMSL Group

If you are looking for a way to keep your home or business safe, emergency lights are a critical consideration. There are many different types of these lights with features that make them suitable for various purposes. This post will cover the various types of emergency light fixtures and their specific uses.

That is just one blog post in a series on safety tips that may be helpful to have around during emergencies. If you’re interested in emergency lighting systems, stay here for more information!

The Types of Emergency light

At the sound of an emergency, the first thing is that you should prepare with enough lighting. Three types of lights can help in emergencies: florescent bulbs; LED (light-emitting diode), which last much longer than traditional ones but don’t produce as strong a glow; and ULF (ultra-low-voltage fluoro), used primarily for street signs or fences around gardening plots because they draw few current compared with other technologies on offer.

The best types of emergency lights for outdoors, indoors, and emergencies- what you need to know before purchasing one

1. There are three types of emergency lights that you can choose from – battery-powered, solar-powered, and AC-powered.

2. Battery-powered lights are the cheapest option, but they do require new batteries every few months.

3. Solar powered lights will work if there is a power outage or a storm knocks out your electricity supply

4. AC-powered lights come with a charger, so you don’t have to worry about replacing batteries at all.

5. You can install emergency light fixtures on the ceiling near an exit in case of emergencies.

A tip for choosing the right type of emergency light fixture is to think about what’s most important to you – cost, convenience, or safety.

You should consider the location of the fixture – how much light do you need in that area of your home. You can choose a model with an appropriate wattage for the space, designed to provide enough illumination. You can look for specific features that you want in a security system. For example, if you have a large family, then having sensors on the doors is necessary.

If you need to know when someone comes home at night, make sure your alarm offers. Also, you can read reviews from other customers who have bought and installed these types of fixtures before making your purchase decision. You can compare prices on different models, so you get the best deal possible. You can find a detailed list of the different types of emergency lighting systems and their features on our website. If you’re looking to purchase one, we recommend visiting us at AMSL so that we may answer any questions you have about which type is best for your needs. Our team specializes in finding just the right solution for every customer!