Functional testing
Checks to confirm that fittings operate when the normal lighting supply is interrupted.
Emergency escape lighting
Emergency lighting testing & maintenance in Devon
Emergency lighting needs to be ready when normal power fails. We carry out routine checks, duration testing and fault investigations for commercial and managed premises.
Emergency lighting · Exit signageA dependable approach
Confidence in your emergency lighting when it matters
Emergency lighting can deteriorate through battery wear, damaged fittings, charging faults or changes in building layout. Regular testing and records make it easier to identify defects and plan replacements.
We arrange the appropriate tests around your site, taking account of occupancy and the effect of any extended discharge test on the system’s readiness until batteries recharge.
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Emergency lighting installation work
Illuminated exit signage installed on commercial escape routes.
What we offer
What emergency lighting support includes
A practical service for exit routes, communal areas, commercial premises and managed property.
Duration testing
Controlled testing to assess whether fittings meet their specified emergency operating period.
Visual condition checks
Identification of damaged fittings, charging faults, indicators and obvious installation issues.
Emergency exit signs
Checks on illuminated exit signage included within the agreed system scope.
Testing records
Documented outcomes, failed fittings and recommendations for your maintenance file.
Faults & replacement fittings
Quotations for repairs, replacement fittings and follow-up tests where necessary.
Our process
How we plan a test visit
Confirm the system
We establish site size, fittings, prior records and the type of tests required.
Coordinate testing
Testing is scheduled to reduce disruption and to manage safety during discharge and recharge periods.
Report & remedy
We record results, identify failures and discuss suitable remedial work.
Who we help
Emergency lighting for busy, occupied buildings
Our service is suitable for premises where safe escape routes and recorded maintenance are important.
- Office and retail premises
- Restaurants, hotels and leisure venues
- Commercial landlords and managing agents
- Communal and shared circulation areas
- Industrial premises and workshops
- Property and facilities management teams
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
What is a duration test?
A duration test checks how long an emergency fitting continues to operate on its battery supply. The required duration depends on the system and its design.
Do you offer routine functional tests?
Yes. We can arrange routine functional testing and scheduled duration tests in line with the applicable system requirements and BS 5266-1 guidance.
Can testing be done while the building is occupied?
Often yes, but arrangements depend on the site and the tests being carried out. Duration tests may temporarily reduce the available emergency lighting until batteries recharge.
What happens if a fitting fails?
We record the failure and can quote for repair or replacement, followed by the relevant checks.
Speak to RJB Electrical
Book your emergency lighting tests
Get in touch with the number of fittings, your site location and the tests or service records you need.
Covering Torbay, Newton Abbot, Teignbridge, Exeter and surrounding South Devon. Plymouth projects by arrangement.