| 7.8003.3a
Assessment | Lighting strategy will be provided by lighting professional Work order will be evaluated against site circumstances | Determine and ensure appropriate device and location |
| 7.8003.3b
Selection | Emergency light fixtures will meet the appropriate nationally recognized product standard (
UL
UL
Underwriters Laboratories
542,
UL
UL
Underwriters Laboratories
1570) Emergency lighting will include battery backup capable of operating for 90 minutes and will comply with
NFPA
NFPA
National Fire Protection Association, www.nfpa.org
70 section 700.12 Outdoor lamps will be suitable for local climate conditions and in accordance with
ANSI
ANSI
American National Standards Institute, www.ansi.org
/
UL
UL
Underwriters Laboratories
product standards Linear fluorescent lamps will not be replaced with T12 lamps, and T8 lamps will be installed as minimum standard Lamps in luminaires with emergency ballasts shall be replaced with a appropriate type of lamp Vandal-proof fixtures will be used, if appropriate | Reduce energy use Ensure device functions properly Ensure product safety Ensure occupant satisfaction Ensure adequate lighting during emergency situations |
| 7.8003.3c
Installation | Fixture will be de-energized before work begins Worker will follow appropriate lockout procedures in accordance with
OSHA
OSHA
U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration, www.osha.gov
1910 Subpart S and
ANSI
ANSI
American National Standards Institute, www.ansi.org
/
NFPA
NFPA
National Fire Protection Association, www.nfpa.org
70E Lamps will be installed in accordance with manufacturer specifications If fixture is broken, worker will refer to SWS 7.8003.14 Fixture Replacement Lens and reflector will be cleaned | Ensure worker safety Ensure occupant safety Ensure continued savings Optimize fixture performance |
| 7.8003.3d
Commissioning | Emergency lighting will not inhibit required egress lighting, as required by
ANSI
ANSI
American National Standards Institute, www.ansi.org
/
NFPA
NFPA
National Fire Protection Association, www.nfpa.org
101 Battery backup will be tested to meet
NEC
NEC
National Electrical Code
70 Section 700.12(F) Battery backup emergency lighting will be tested to simulate loss of power Emergency lighting will be tested in accordance with local ordinances and manufacturer specifications Exit sign placement will be in accordance with
NFPA
NFPA
National Fire Protection Association, www.nfpa.org
110 | Meet target light levels Ensure occupant satisfaction Ensure occupant safety |
| 7.8003.3e
Decommissioning | Lamps will be disposed of in accordance with
EPA
EPA
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, www.epa.gov
guidelines, local ordinances, or manufacturer specifications | Protect the environment Prevent the reuse of inefficient components |
| 7.8003.3f
Safety | Broken lamps containing mercury will be cleaned in accordance with
EPA
EPA
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, www.epa.gov
guidelines | Ensure worker safety Ensure occupant safety |
| 7.8003.3g
Staff education | Building operations staff will be provided with warranty information, product specification, and installer contact information | Educate building operations staff about operation and maintenance of equipment |
| 7.8003.3h
Occupant education | Education regarding emergency lighting will be provided by building operations staff | Ensure occupant safety |
