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Emergency Lighting Testing in Bedford

Commercial-grade emergency lighting testing to BS 5266, verifying every luminaire's duration and function under simulated mains failure.

BS 5266
same-day results
NICEIC Approved
Why Bedford

Local engineers, not a subcontracted callout

01

Monthly & annual cycle managed

Short monthly function tests and the full annual duration test both scheduled and logged.

02

Escape-route mapping included

Testing follows your actual fire escape plan, not just a generic luminaire list.

03

Failed units flagged immediately

Any unit failing duration or function gets a same-visit report, not a delayed write-up.

Also covering: Luton Milton Keynes Aylesbury Brighton
Common questions

Emergency Lighting Testing in Bedford — FAQ

What's the difference between monthly and annual tests?

Monthly is a brief function check; the annual test verifies full duration under simulated mains failure — both are required.

How long does the annual test take?

The building needs to run on emergency lighting for the full rated duration, typically 1–3 hours depending on system size.

Do you test battery-backed exit signs too?

Yes, all emergency luminaires on the escape route plan are included.

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Book emergency lighting testing in Bedford

Send the site postcode and we'll confirm a survey slot and fixed price.

Questions from Bedford clients

Frequently asked questions

How often must emergency lighting be tested in Bedford?

BS 5266-1:2025 requires a short monthly function test of every fitting and a full rated-duration test (usually three hours) every year, with all results recorded in the logbook.

Who can carry out the annual test?

The annual duration test should be carried out by a competent person. We test outside trading hours where needed because the fittings need time to recharge afterwards.

What do I receive after the test?

You receive an emergency lighting certificate, an updated logbook and a list of failed fittings or batteries with a fixed remedial quotation.

Are you NICEIC approved?

Yes. Polarity Electrics London Ltd is an NICEIC Approved Contractor (#602034000).

Postcode coverage

Bedford and neighbouring outward codes

This service is available across the following local and neighbouring postcode districts around Bedford.

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