18-11-2011, 07:46 PM
BS 5266-1:2011 Code of practice for the emergency escape lighting of premises is now available and replaces earlier standards.
Quite a few changes and a lot of emphasis on the FRA being a major source of input into the design.
So the generic comment (for those using it) in the FRA of "Ensure the site is provided with emergency lighting to BS5266-1" is defunct as the EL designer is meant to refer to the FRA when placing some of the new additional fitting locations! (the assessor doesn't need to design it themselves just be specific about supplementary locations beyond the usual escape route and open area anti-panic provision)
Quite a few changes and a lot of emphasis on the FRA being a major source of input into the design.
So the generic comment (for those using it) in the FRA of "Ensure the site is provided with emergency lighting to BS5266-1" is defunct as the EL designer is meant to refer to the FRA when placing some of the new additional fitting locations! (the assessor doesn't need to design it themselves just be specific about supplementary locations beyond the usual escape route and open area anti-panic provision)