Posted By David Bannister Does anyone know whether there are special provisions regarding emergency lighting in eg a licensed restaurant? The risk assessment indicates that adequate escape lighting is required but I seem to recall that the licensing authority could insist on this anyway, prior to the recent legal change. This particular (basement) restaurant has a battery operated system that is turned off whilst the premises are closed and reactivated upon first entry. Thoughts on adequacy would be welcome. Thanks in advance David

Posted By chris white Hi Dave The system should comply with BS5266. Monthly drain test of approx 20 mins by owner. Bi-annual service by appropriately qualified/insured company which will cover a 1hr drain test, 3 hr drain test (smart tester can be used instead) and 4-yearly change of batteries. I assume by "switched off" you mean they are maintained lights and although light goes out the LED remains lit confirming power to the unit. Lights should be located at changes in level, over fire exit doors including internal partition doors as a minimum. Remember a log of the testing needs to be retained just like with the fire alarm and extinguisher tests. Hope this helps. Chris.