Understand the installation
Start with the emergency lighting inventory, escape strategy, existing logbook and maintenance history. Identify systems and areas needing further specialist assessment.
Commercial building services
When normal lighting fails,
the plan still matters.
Bring emergency lighting into your building maintenance programme. Discuss system information, testing arrangements, records and the actions needed when faults are found.
Define the work
A scope you can understand.
Agree the requirements and deliverables before the work is arranged.
Arrange the right checks
Agree inspection and testing against the applicable system requirements, fire risk assessment and current technical guidance. Plan duration tests so recharge and occupancy risks are managed.
Close the gaps
Report failed fittings, batteries and access restrictions. Specify repairs, retesting and the evidence needed to close the action.
A useful record
Make the evidence
part of the agreement.
Confirm what will be provided for the service you choose.
- An identified system inventory and agreed test scope.
- Dated test and fault records for the building logbook.
- Repair and retest evidence for authorised corrective work.
Company project archive
Building services experience.
Explore recorded M&E installations at Rudding Park Hotel, the Bowes Museum and Washburn Heritage Centre.
Review the archived project scopesEvidence for your requirements.
Ask for the current certificates and scope information relevant to the work you are considering.
Request supplier evidencePrepare the conversation
Start with what you know.
Tell us the postcode, building use, approximate number of fittings and what records you hold. Mention any failed lights or recent changes to escape routes.
Speak to Robinsons.
Share your postcode and requirements. The team will confirm coverage, scope and the next step.
Discuss your requirementsBefore you enquire
A few things made clear.
Is emergency lighting testing an EICR?
No. A fixed electrical condition report and emergency lighting system testing address different requirements and should be specified separately.
Will one test establish that every escape route is suitable?
Testing the installed equipment is distinct from assessing the overall lighting design and fire strategy. Agree the assessment scope before work begins.
How often should testing happen?
The schedule should follow the applicable technical guidance, system design and fire risk assessment. Avoid treating one generic interval as suitable for every system.
Continue with the right detail