Emergency lighting testing in St Andrews
In short: monthly function tests, annual duration tests and certificates. Many St Andrews businesses do their own monthly flick tests and bring us in for the annual three-hour test, repairs and the certificate.
Local emergency lighting testing in St Andrews
We leave St Andrews clients with a completed log book and certificate that can sit straight alongside their fire risk assessment.
Where St Andrews buildings have changed layout, the annual test is a good moment to check that routes are still properly covered.
St Andrews sits within Fife. We work throughout the KY16 postcode district and surrounding places, including Tayport, Cupar and Anstruther.
St Andrews at a glance
What's included
- Monthly functional tests, or training so your team can do them
- Annual full-duration discharge tests
- Log book completion and certificates
- Periodic illuminance checks
Guide prices in St Andrews
Typical budgets for St Andrews premises, supplied and installed, excluding VAT.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly emergency lighting function test | £50 – £150 | per visit |
| Annual 3-hour emergency lighting test | £125 – £400 | per visit, small system |
| Emergency luminaire or exit sign | £60 – £150 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| Commercial electrician | £300 – £500 | per day |
Example: annual 3-hour test of a small system, about £125 – £400 excluding VAT. Fixed price after a free survey.
Rules that apply in St Andrews
Fire safety duties for premises in St Andrews come from the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006. Whoever is responsible for fire safety must make sure escape routes are lit if the normal supply fails, and that the system is tested and maintained.
St Andrews FAQs
Who does the work in St Andrews?
Work is carried out by vetted electricians working under S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd, which is responsible for the job and invoices you directly.
Is the price fixed?
Yes. After the survey you get a fixed price for the scope agreed. If you add to the scope later, we price the extra before doing it.
How quickly can you survey in St Andrews?
Most surveys in St Andrews 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.
Can we do the monthly tests ourselves?
Yes. A trained, competent person can do the monthly flick test and record it. Many businesses do this in-house and bring us in for the annual test and repairs.
Emergency lighting testing near St Andrews
- Emergency lighting testing in Tayport
- Emergency lighting testing in Cupar
- Emergency lighting testing in Anstruther
- Emergency lighting testing in Kilconquhar
- Emergency lighting testing in Broughty Ferry
- Emergency lighting testing in Monifieth