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An emergency lighting periodic test certificate records the routine testing of an existing emergency lighting system under BS 5266-1. The standard calls for a brief monthly function test of every luminaire and exit sign, plus an annual test for the full rated duration, to prove the lights will actually work in a mains failure.
It is a different document from the completion certificate issued when a system is first installed. The responsible person for the premises must keep evidence that the system is being tested, and periodic test certificates are what fire risk assessors, enforcing authorities and insurers expect to see alongside the log book.
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BS 5266-1 calls for a monthly function test of every emergency luminaire and internally illuminated exit sign, and an annual test for the full rated duration, typically one or three hours.
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order requires the responsible person to maintain emergency lighting, and periodic test certificates are the standard evidence that testing is actually happening.
Test records are routinely requested by fire risk assessors, licensing officers and insurers, so a certificate should be produced for each test visit and kept with the premises log book.
Record the building, responsible person and your company, then log whether the system is maintained or non-maintained, its 1 hour or 3 hour rated duration and the test facility fitted.
Simulate a mains failure, confirm every luminaire and exit sign operated, and for the annual test confirm the full rated duration was achieved and the batteries recharged.
Log each luminaire by location with its result, so any failed fittings are pinpointed rather than buried in a single pass or fail.
Note any failures or defects with the remedial action needed and set the next test due date for the responsible person.
Add your signature, then generate a branded PDF to email to the responsible person and keep on file with the job.
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BS 5266-1 recommends a brief monthly function test of every luminaire and an annual test for the full rated duration, usually one or three hours. Each test should be recorded, with results kept in or alongside the premises log book.
The completion certificate is issued when a system is designed and installed to BS 5266-1. This periodic test certificate records the ongoing monthly and annual testing of an existing system, including any failed luminaires and defects.
The monthly test is a short function test proving each luminaire lights up on mains failure. The annual test runs the system for its full rated duration to prove the batteries can still last the required one or three hours, then confirms they recharge.
The responsible person for the premises under the Fire Safety Order. They often contract the testing to an electrician or fire safety company, and the certificate is the evidence that the duty has been met.
Installation, commissioning and periodic test records for emergency lighting to BS 5266.
The periodic inspection and servicing certificate for fire alarm systems under BS 5839-1.
The service and maintenance certificate for portable fire extinguishers to BS 5306-3.
