Emergency Lighting Services in Newcastle

You have a legal duty to keep your emergency lighting in full working order. In a power cut or fire, these systems help people exit the building safely. They provide visibility in corridors, stairwells, and other critical areas when normal lighting fails. At Jackson Fire & Security, we support businesses across Newcastle with the installation, maintenance, and servicing of emergency lighting systems that meet legal standards and support your fire safety strategy.

Whether you're a small business or a large commercial site, emergency lighting plays a crucial role in your fire safety plan. We help ensure you're not only compliant with UK fire safety law but also fully prepared in an emergency.

The importance of Emergency Lighting to your business

Emergency lighting activates when the mains power fails. It illuminates escape routes, stairwells, corridors, and fire exit doors. This helps people find their way to safety, even in smoke-filled or unfamiliar spaces. It reduces confusion, prevents injury, and supports an organised evacuation.

Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, all non-domestic buildings must have suitable emergency lighting. It must be maintained to ensure it will work in an emergency. A system that fails at a critical moment not only risks lives but could also leave you liable.

Emergency lighting should be positioned to highlight:

• Escape routes
• Exits and doorways
• Fire alarm call points
• Firefighting equipment
• Stairs and changes in floor level

Testing Requirements

You’re required to carry out monthly testing of all emergency lighting. This involves simulating a power cut to confirm the lights switch on as expected. It’s a quick functional test, but it must be recorded. A full discharge test where the battery backup is tested for its full rated duration, typically three hours should be done annually.

Keep a detailed log of every test. This record is essential for inspections and demonstrates your compliance with fire safety law.

If faults are identified, you should arrange repairs promptly. Our team can assist with regular servicing or be called in for one-off maintenance support.

Why Emergency Lighting Matters - Safety Improvements

Reliable emergency lighting is more than a tick-box exercise. It gives your team confidence during an emergency and ensures a safe path to exit. For businesses with large or complex layouts, clearly marked and well-lit escape routes reduce the chances of panic or injury.

It also supports your insurance obligations and may reduce risk-related costs. Many insurers assess safety systems as part of their coverage decision.

An effective system also helps during power failures unrelated to fire. It ensures your premises remain safe and accessible until power is restored.

Our Emergency Lighting Services in Newcastle

Jackson Fire & Security delivers a complete emergency lighting service across Newcastle and the Tyneside region. Our engineers are fully qualified and work across sectors including:

• Offices, commercial and public buildings
• Manufacturing sites and warehouses
• Schools, colleges, and nurseries
• Healthcare facilities and clinics
• Retail units and shopping centres
• Residential care homes and housing blocks

We provide:

• Free surveys to assess your emergency lighting needs
• Bespoke system designs tailored to your building
• Installation using quality components and modern fittings
• LED upgrades for better efficiency and reliability
• Planned servicing contracts and compliance support
• Fast-response fault diagnosis and repair

Why Choose LED Emergency Lighting

LED emergency lighting provides superior lifespan and lower energy usage compared to older fluorescent systems. It also offers faster activation and better visibility. We supply units designed for demanding environments, including damp areas, dusty spaces, and vandal-prone sites.

Our range includes bulkhead fittings, recessed ceiling units, twin spots, and self-contained LED exit signs. We'll recommend what suits your layout, usage, and budget.

What Happens During a Site Visit

When we visit your site, we’ll assess your current system, escape routes, and building layout. We identify risks, non-compliance issues, or areas lacking sufficient coverage. If you don’t have a documented emergency lighting plan, we’ll help create one.

Following the assessment, we’ll send you a clear, no-obligation quote and a plan to move forward. We aim to minimise disruption and can carry out work outside your normal hours.

Who Needs Emergency Lighting?

Most commercial and public buildings are legally required to have emergency lighting. It’s especially important in buildings where people may be unfamiliar with the layout or where exits aren’t immediately visible.

Common buildings requiring emergency lighting include:

• Offices and commercial premises
• Shops and retail units
• Schools, nurseries, and education centres
• Care homes and medical practices
• Hotels, restaurants, and hospitality venues
• Factories and workshops

If in doubt, we’ll carry out a survey and advise what’s required for your property.

Areas We Cover

Our engineers work across Newcastle, Gateshead, North Shields, South Shields, Sunderland, and the wider Tyneside area. We understand the safety needs of local businesses and can support both small sites and large operations.

If you need help checking your emergency lights, fixing problems, updating old equipment, or putting in a brand-new system we can do it all.

Contact Jackson Fire & Security

If you look after a building, talk to us about your emergency lighting needs. Jackson Fire & Security makes it easy to stay safe and follow the rules.

Give us a call for clear advice or to book a free site survey.