Emergency Light & Exit Sign Testing Brisbane
Six-monthly emergency lighting tests, repairs and logbook reporting to AS/NZS 2293.2 for body corporates, businesses and commercial buildings.
When the power fails, emergency lights and exit signs are what get people out safely. They only work if they are tested. Our electricians carry out the full 90-minute discharge test, repair or replace failed fittings, and update your logbook so you have the records your fire safety obligations require.
- Body corporate & strata
- Offices, retail & warehouses
- Repairs & LED upgrades
- Reminder scheduling
Book emergency light testing
Tell us about your building and we will schedule testing, set up or update your log book and quote any repairs.
- Apartment and unit buildings
- Offices, clinics and retail
- Hospitality venues
- Warehouses and industrial sites
Why emergency lighting has to be tested
- Exit sign not litAn unlit exit sign is an obvious failure and a compliance issue.
- Charge indicator offThe small indicator light on many fittings shows the battery is charging.
- No recent logbook entryIf the last test was more than six months ago, you are overdue.
- Old fluorescent fittingsAgeing units fail more often and cost more to maintain than modern LED fittings.
Combine your testing with test and tag and electrical compliance checks to cover more of your obligations in one visit.
What happens at every six-monthly test
- InspectVisual checkEvery emergency light and exit sign is checked for damage, missing diffusers and correct signage.
- ChargeCharger indicatorsWe confirm each fitting’s battery charger is operating.
- Discharge90-minute testNormal power is cut to the fittings and each one must stay lit for the full test duration.
- CleanLenses & diffusersDirty diffusers reduce light output. We clean them as part of the service.
- RepairFailed fittingsLamps, batteries or whole fittings that fail are replaced or quoted for replacement.
- RecordLogbook & reportResults are recorded in the emergency light logbook, with a copy left on site and a report sent to your manager.
Compliance corner
Inspection & maintenance
The Australian standard for maintaining emergency escape lighting and exit signs. It sets the six-monthly test and discharge duration and the record keeping that goes with it.
Occupier obligations
Queensland building occupiers must keep prescribed fire safety installations, including emergency lighting, maintained, and keep records of that maintenance.
Where lights are required
The NCC sets where emergency lighting and exit signs are needed, such as escape routes, stairways and larger rooms.
Proof of maintenance
Up-to-date logbooks help you demonstrate compliance to fire safety officers, insurers and building auditors.
Strata and building manager checklist (AS/NZS 2293.2)
Use this quick check before your next six-monthly test:
- Every emergency light and exit sign has passed a discharge test in the last six months
- Results, failures and repairs are recorded in the logbook kept on site
- Fittings that failed the last test have been repaired or replaced
- Exit signs are lit, clean and clearly visible along every escape route
- Fittings added in fit-outs, renovations or new stairwells are included in the testing schedule
- Your strata or building manager has a copy of each report for the records
Older fittings vs modern LED emergency lighting
| Older fluorescent fittings | Modern LED fittings | |
|---|---|---|
| Energy use | Higher, running 24/7 on charge | Much lower |
| Lamp life | Tubes and lamps fail regularly | Long-life LEDs |
| Batteries | Older battery types degrade faster | Modern batteries designed for long standby life |
| Maintenance | More frequent repairs after tests | Fewer call-backs and failures |
Planning an upgrade?
- If several fittings fail each test, replacing them in stages can cut repair and energy costs.
- We can quote a staged LED replacement program for committees and owners.
- Upgrades are combined with your next scheduled test to save on visits.
Who needs emergency light testing?
Unit complexes
Stairwells, corridors, car parks and common areas in strata buildings.
Offices
Escape routes and exits in commercial office buildings and fit-outs.
Retail & hospitality
Shops, cafes and eateries where the public needs to find the exits quickly.
Warehouses
Large floor areas and long escape paths in industrial buildings.
Car parks
Basement and multi-level car parks that rely on emergency lighting in a blackout.
Medical & consulting suites
Clinics and consulting rooms with patients and visitors on site.
Shopping complexes
Shared walkways and tenancies coordinated with centre management.
Mixed-use buildings
Residential above commercial, where responsibilities are shared.
How we look after your testing program
- Site auditWe count and map every emergency light and exit sign on site.
- ScheduleTests are booked six-monthly, with a reminder before each visit.
- TestFull discharge testing with minimal disruption to residents or staff.
- FixFailed fittings are repaired on the spot where possible, or quoted.
- ReportLogbook updated and a report sent to your building or strata manager.
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Emergency light testing near you
Emergency light testing FAQs
How often do emergency lights need testing?
At least every six months, including a full discharge test. Results must be recorded in the logbook for the building.
How long does the test take?
The discharge test itself runs for the required duration, typically 90 minutes for each circuit of fittings, plus inspection and reporting time. We plan the visit to minimise disruption.
Will the power be off during testing?
Only to the emergency lighting circuits being tested. Normal lighting and power elsewhere usually stays on.
What happens if a light fails?
We note it in the logbook and either repair it on the spot or provide a quote for replacement, so you can get the site back to compliance quickly.
Who is responsible for testing in a unit complex?
The body corporate is generally responsible for emergency lighting in common areas. Building managers usually arrange testing on the committee’s behalf.
Can you take over from our current provider?
Yes. We review your existing logbook, audit the site and continue the six-monthly schedule without gaps.
Does our body corporate need emergency lighting?
Most unit and townhouse complexes with shared stairwells, corridors, basements or car parks have emergency lights and exit signs on their escape routes, as required by the National Construction Code. If your building has them, they must be tested and maintained every six months.
Can testing be combined with other compliance work?
Yes. We can schedule emergency light testing on the same visit as test and tag, switchboard thermal imaging or common area lighting maintenance, so your building has fewer call-outs.
Do you test for body corporates across Brisbane?
Yes. We test emergency and exit lighting for body corporates, strata managers and commercial buildings across Brisbane, Ipswich and the Gold Coast. See our body corporate electricians page for our full strata services.
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Is your emergency lighting logbook up to date? Book your next test.
Call 1300 385 599 (Mon to Fri, 8:00am to 4:30pm) or book online. Tell us roughly how many emergency lights and exit signs are on site and we will give you a fixed price.
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