Emergency Lighting
BS 5266 Compliant Installation, Testing & Maintenance
Emergency lighting is essential for safe evacuation when normal lighting fails. It must be installed, tested, and maintained properly to support compliance and occupant safety.
We provide professional emergency lighting installation, testing, maintenance, and repairs for commercial, industrial, and educational premises.
Commercial Emergency Lighting Services
At SCM Fire & Safety, we deliver emergency lighting systems designed to support safe escape routes, help buildings remain compliant, and ensure systems perform correctly during an emergency.
We work across commercial buildings, industrial units, schools, and multi-occupancy premises, providing a full service from installation through to ongoing testing and maintenance.
- Emergency lighting installation
- Monthly and annual testing
- Battery and fitting replacement
- Fault finding and repairs
Emergency Lighting Services We Provide
- Installation – new systems for commercial buildings, refurbishments, and extensions
- Testing – monthly functional checks and annual full-duration testing
- Maintenance – planned servicing to keep systems compliant and operational
- Repairs – replacement of failed batteries, luminaires, and faulty fittings
- Certification – records and reporting to support inspections and audits
We do not just fit emergency lights — we make sure systems are tested, maintained, and documented properly.
Why Emergency Lighting Matters
Emergency lighting plays a critical role in ensuring safe evacuation during a power failure, fire, or other emergency. If it is not working correctly, escape routes may not be visible when occupants need them most.
We help keep emergency lighting systems inspection-ready, compliant, and dependable.
Testing & Compliance
Emergency lighting should be tested regularly, including routine functional checks and annual full-duration tests in line with BS 5266.
We provide the records and reporting needed to support compliance, inspections, and fire safety documentation.
Faults, Batteries & Repairs
We identify and resolve faults affecting emergency lighting systems, including failed batteries, damaged luminaires, charging issues, and fittings no longer performing correctly.
This helps ensure the system remains effective when normal lighting fails.
Emergency Lighting for Commercial Buildings
We provide emergency lighting support for a wide range of premises, including:
- Warehouses and industrial units
- Offices and commercial premises
- Schools and educational buildings
- Retail and public access buildings
- Corridors, stairwells, exits, and escape routes
Related Fire Safety Services
This allows us to support buildings with both life-safety systems and wider compliance requirements.
Areas We Cover
Peterborough
Orton Southgate, Hampton, Fengate, Bretton, Werrington, Stanground, Yaxley and surrounding areas.
Rotherham
Rotherham, Maltby, Wath-upon-Dearne, Swinton, Kimberworth, Brinsworth and surrounding areas.
Doncaster
Doncaster, Sprotbrough, Bessacarr, Balby, Armthorpe, Bentley, Mexborough and surrounding areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should emergency lighting be tested?
Monthly checks and annual full-duration tests are typically required.
Is emergency lighting a legal requirement?
In many commercial buildings, yes — it is required to support safe evacuation and compliance.
Do you provide documentation?
Yes — testing and maintenance visits include reporting and records for compliance purposes.
Can you repair faulty emergency lighting systems?
Yes — we provide battery replacement, fitting replacement, and fault finding for defective systems.