Emergency lighting testing in Ely
Monthly function tests, annual duration tests and certificates. Annual emergency lighting tests in Ely are best booked for late afternoon or evening, so batteries can recharge overnight before people are back in.
Local emergency lighting testing in Ely
Self-test fittings make monthly checks easier in Ely buildings, but someone still needs to read the indicators and keep the log book.
Where Ely buildings have changed layout, the annual test is a good moment to check that routes are still properly covered.
Ely is a working town with a good mix of businesses, covered by postcode districts CB6 and CB7. We regularly work across Cambridgeshire, so access, parking and out-of-hours working are planned before we arrive.
Ely at a glance
What's included
- Periodic illuminance checks
- Log book completion and certificates
- Annual full-duration discharge tests
- Battery and lamp replacements
Guide prices in Ely
Typical budgets for Ely premises, supplied and installed, excluding VAT.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly emergency lighting function test | £50 – £155 | per visit |
| Annual 3-hour emergency lighting test | £130 – £410 | per visit, small system |
| Emergency luminaire or exit sign | £60 – £155 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| Commercial electrician | £310 – £515 | per day |
Example: annual 3-hour test of a small system, about £130 – £410 excluding VAT. Fixed price after a free survey.
Rules that apply in Ely
Emergency lighting in Ely falls under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. The responsible person must make sure people can see their way out if the power fails, and keep records of testing.
Ely FAQs
Which rules apply to lighting work in Ely?
Fire safety duties come from the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. For new lighting, Approved Document L sets the energy efficiency requirements. We design and certify work to BS 7671 and, for emergency lighting, BS 5266-1.
Do you remove the old fittings in Ely?
Yes. Old fittings are removed, and fluorescent tubes are recycled as hazardous waste through an authorised route, with paperwork for your records.
How quickly can you survey in Ely?
Most surveys in Ely can be booked within a few working days. Tell us about any deadlines, such as a lease end or a fire risk assessment action, and we will try to fit around them.
How often should emergency lighting be tested?
A brief functional test monthly and a full rated-duration test once a year, with results recorded. BS EN 50172:2024 also calls for illuminance measurement at five-year intervals.
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