What it is
Failed emergency lighting usually comes down to tired batteries, failed fittings or damaged circuits. We replace like-for-like or upgrade to LED, then re-test so your records show the defect is cleared.
What's included
- Repair or replacement
- Re-test and logbook entry
Who needs it
- Premises with failed emergency lighting tests
What you'll receive
Logbook entry and certificate update.
How often
As needed.
What the rules say
Each point is labelled so you can tell what's law, what's a British Standard, and what's good practice or comes from your lease, licence or insurer.
- Legal requirementEngland and Wales
Escape routes that need lighting must have emergency lighting
Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, emergency routes and exits that need illumination must have emergency lighting of adequate intensity if the normal supply fails. The responsible person must keep it maintained.
- Technical standardUK (British Standard)
BS 5266-1:2025 is the current code of practice
Emergency lighting is designed, installed and maintained to BS 5266-1, which was revised in November 2025 and replaced the 2016 edition.
Before your appointment
- Send the latest test record or logbook showing which fittings failed.
If something's found
- Failed batteries, lamps or fittings are replaced, then re-tested for their rated duration.
- The logbook is updated so your fire risk assessment is current.
What affects the price
- Number of failed fittings
- Battery or whole-fitting replacement
- Access and height
Read more
- Emergency lighting testing: monthly checks and annual duration tests
Who's responsible, what BS 5266-1 covers, and the routine tests most premises follow.