BCMR Fire & Security provides professional Emergency Lighting systems as a fully managed service, ensuring safe evacuation and visibility during power failures or emergency situations. Our solutions are designed to protect occupants, support emergency procedures, and ensure full compliance with current fire safety legislation and British Standards.
We design, install, test, and maintain emergency lighting systems for commercial, industrial, residential, and public buildings, delivering reliable illumination exactly when it is needed most.

The Importance of Emergency Lighting
Emergency lighting plays a critical role in life safety by providing illumination when normal lighting fails. It enables occupants to:

Safely identify and use escape routes
Locate emergency exits
Avoid hazards during evacuation
Assist fire and rescue services

Emergency lighting is a legal requirement in most non‑domestic premises and is a vital component of a compliant fire safety strategy.

Standards‑Compliant Emergency Lighting Solutions
All emergency lighting systems installed and maintained by BCMR Fire & Security comply with current British Standards and regulatory requirements, including:

BS 5266‑1 – Emergency lighting: Code of practice for premises
BS EN 1838 – Lighting applications – Emergency lighting
Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 – Fire safety legislation in England and Wales

Our systems are designed to meet both legal obligations and best‑practice guidance.

Types of Emergency Lighting Systems
BCMR Fire & Security provides a wide range of emergency lighting solutions, tailored to building layout, occupancy, and risk level.
Escape Route Lighting
Illuminates designated escape routes, ensuring safe movement towards exits during an emergency.
Open Area (Anti‑Panic) Lighting
Provides illumination in larger open areas to reduce panic and help occupants orient themselves and reach escape routes.
High‑Risk Task Area Lighting
Provides increased illumination in areas where dangerous processes operate, allowing safe shutdown before evacuation.
Exit Signage
Clearly illuminated emergency exit signs guiding occupants to final exits.

Maintained & Non‑Maintained SystemsWe design both maintained and non‑maintained emergency lighting solutions:

Maintained systems – Emergency luminaires operate continuously and remain illuminated during power failure
Non‑maintained systems – Emergency luminaires activate only when the normal power supply fails

The correct type is selected based on building use, occupancy, and regulatory guidance.

LED & Energy‑Efficient Technology
All emergency lighting systems supplied by BCMR Fire & Security utilise modern LED technology, offering:

Low energy consumption
Extended operational lifespan
Reduced maintenance requirements
Reliable performance during prolonged emergencies

This ensures long‑term reliability and reduced total cost of ownership.

Testing, Inspection & Maintenance
Emergency lighting systems require regular testing to remain compliant and functional. BCMR Fire & Security provides planned maintenance programmes in line with BS 5266, including:

Monthly functional tests
Annual full duration tests
System inspections and fault reporting
Logbook recording and compliance documentation

This ensures your system remains operational and legally compliant at all times.

Emergency Lighting as a Service
Our Emergency Lighting as a Service offering provides a complete, stress‑free solution, including:

Site survey and system design
Professional installation and commissioning
Certification and handover documentation
Routine testing and maintenance
Fault response and corrective repairs
System upgrades and modifications as buildings change

We manage the entire lifecycle of your emergency lighting system, allowing you to focus on your core operations.