Is emergency lighting required in all structures and buildings?

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Is emergency lighting required in all structures and buildings?

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Trusted suppliers of emergency lights in Qatar

Emergency lights are installed to ensure enough lighting is provided when the power supply fails. Furthermore, it is crucial in ensuring that people exit the building safely in the event of an emergency. Emergency lighting illuminates the exits which include the aisles, stairs, corridors, escalators, and even ramps that lead to an exit.

In the event there is an emergency or a power outage, it can affect the operations of your business. It is vital to have reliable and working emergency lights, including clearly marked exits. Emergency lights are one of the most important safety devices in a building. They are designed to help individuals safely exit the building in the event of a fire or another type of emergency.

While it is important to install emergency lights, it is also imperative to test and regularly maintain them to ensure they work effectively and efficiently when required. Here at Cease Fire Solutions, we are reputable international suppliers of emergency lights across Qatar. Additionally, they play a pivotal part in a building’s life safety system. Be it commercial, residential or industrial premises, they are standard to ensure the safety of the occupants. In case there is a power outage, it will provide illumination for about 30 minutes making sure the occupants are safely evacuated from the building, including ensuring the firefighting authorities easily navigate the premises and curb the fire.

To find out more information, schedule an appointment with the best fire protection company in Doha today.


Directly related to life safety

The performance of emergency lighting is directly related to life safety. The concerned officials ensure buildings are compliant with all the regulations when it comes to installation. If the officials feel the design does not meet the emergency lighting requirements, it can lead to costly delays in occupancy. A clear understanding of the emergency lighting requirements will ensure either party avoid any expensive surprises late in the construction. For more details, talk to our fire protection experts today.


Why are emergency lights important?

Emergency lights help the people in the building safely navigate and exit the premises in the event of a fire or a different security-related emergency. Emergency lights, panic doors, and exit signs are safety devices that are just as vital as a fire alarm system. In addition to helping individuals exit the building safely, emergency lights are required by law to be installed for all non-domestic buildings as well. According to the NFPA life safety code, all commercial buildings must compulsorily have emergency lights installed, and it needs to be updated every three years, making sure the premises offer the best protection from fire and other related hazards.


Where should emergency lights be installed?

Buildings are required to have an emergency lighting pathway and fire exit lights. However, certain structures are exempt from this. They are:

  • Buildings that do not have enough natural light to provide the required needed level of illumination for occupants to safely exit the building. The natural light in the building must illuminate all exit pathways. Furthermore, they must also be approved by local authorities.

  • Buildings that are not routinely occupied by people.

If your building does not have the above-mentioned exemptions, you will need to install emergency lights. Below mentioned are areas to install emergency lights and signs:

  • Rooms with no windows that are no bigger than a broom closet

  • Designated stairs for an emergency exit

  • Aisles or corridors leading to an exit

  • Ramps leading to an exit

  • Escalators leading to an exit


Reliable fire protection services from Cease Fire Solutions

Emergency lights are vital components of a building’s life safety system. When an emergency occurs, they are the last line of defence to ensure the safety of the occupants. In addition to being an international supplier of emergency lights, we are also a fire protection company that supplies and installs fire alarms, smoke detectors, sprinkler systems and much more.

We pride ourselves on our exceptional customer service and reliability. To find out more details, please do not hesitate to get in touch with a member of our team today. We offer our comprehensive fire protection services throughout Qatar. Contact our team today to request a free estimate or to book an appointment.

Want to install emergency lights for your building? Call Cease Fire Solutions today at +974 4038 9783