Author: Jo Maycock

  Regular maintenance of a central battery emergency lighting system is critical for ensuring its reliability, compliance, and performance when it matters most.    1. Ensures System Reliability 2. Compliance with Regulations 3. Extends System Lifespan 4. Maintains Battery Performance 5. Minimises Downtime 6. Enhances Safety 7. Reduces Liability Risks    

With over 56 years of experience, BLE Lighting & Power is dedicated to providing high-quality emergency lighting solutions that ensure compliance and safety in healthcare environments. Emergency lighting is critical in hospitals, clinics, and care homes, where patient safety and regulatory adherence are paramount. At BLE, we offer a comprehensive range of services and products […]

In healthcare environments, maintaining safety and ensuring compliance with regulations is critical. Emergency lighting is a vital part of these safety systems, helping to protect both patients and staff in the event of power outages or emergencies. However, monitoring and maintaining these systems can be a time consuming and resource heavy task. This is where […]

Emergency lighting is a critical element in healthcare settings, where the safety of patients, staff, and visitors is paramount. From hospitals to care homes, ensuring that emergency lighting systems are properly tested and maintained is essential to remain compliant with safety regulations and ensure a safe environment during emergencies. Healthcare facilities must adhere to British […]

Emergency lighting is crucial for several reasons when working at night: Safety: Working in low-light conditions increases the risk of accidents. Emergency lighting ensures that escape routes, hazards, and safety equipment are visible in the event of a power outage or other emergency, reducing the risk of trips, falls, and other accidents. Emergency Response: In […]

BS 5266-1:2016 is the code of practice for the emergency lighting of premises inside the UK. This British Standard provides guidance and recommendations on the design, installation, and maintenance of emergency lighting systems in non-domestic buildings. It establishes the necessary requirements to ensure that people can quickly and safely evacuate the premises during power failures or other […]

Exit signs – deciding the viewing distance. Emergency exit signs are a mandatory part of building safety. It is essential to maintain the safety of the individuals in your place of business. Evacuation routes must be clearly marked and visible. Any final exits and locations where the escape route may be unclear must have signs […]

[siteorigin_widget class=”WP_Widget_Media_Image”][/siteorigin_widget] What is the best option? Central battery back-up system or self-contained emergency luminaires? Both have their own advantages. Depending on the project, the decision to use either is likely to be dependent on cost, layout and the size of the building(s). If an installation has long lasting low maintenance as a priority then […]

[siteorigin_widget class=”kad_image_widget”][/siteorigin_widget] Are you prepared? Are your students safe to return?  With the return to school, colleges and universities happening now and in the coming weeks and with more and more staff returning to the office, inspection, testing and maintenance procedures could be required. Many school and office buildings may have been unoccupied for an […]