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Hi Learned Friends,
I have always been of the understanding that from – BS 5266 2005 it states the following regarding a 6 monthly test which it states its by a competent person:
• Daily Test – A visual inspection to identify the system is in a ready condition and does not require a test operation (i.e. Charge lights functional, Maintained luminaries operational)
• Monthly Test – A functional test (i.e. flick lights on to confirm operation)
• 6 Monthly Test – 3 Hour rated luminaries tested for 1 hour and 1 hour rated luminaries tested for 15 minutes.
• Annually – Full duration test (i.e. 3 hour, 1 hour tests)
I have now been informed by a contractor stating he has been on a recent refresher course that the 6 month test is no longer required just an Annual one. Is anyone else aware of this and how often does everyone else have them maintained?
Thanks In advance
Alan
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I believe that he is correct, although there may be some exceptions depending upon the nature of the premises.
I have agreements to have the emergency lighting serviced/ tested every 6 months as per BS 5266 in all of our branches. However, the lighting is serviced by the same company that services our fire alarm systems and I've negotiated a deal whereby the lighting is serviced at no extra cost, so it makes sense (for me, at least) to keep to the existing schedule.
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