Emergency Lighting & Exit Signage Checklist

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This Template was installed 5 times.

General Information

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Basic details about the inspection and location.

Building/Facility Name

Inspection Date

Inspection Start Time

Ambient Temperature (°C)

Inspection Type

Inspector Name

Inspector Title/Department

Any Relevant Notes (e.g., recent power outages, unusual circumstances)

Emergency Lighting - Functional Testing

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Verification of emergency lighting operation during simulated power failure.

Date of Functional Test

Time of Functional Test Start

Test Procedure Followed?

Duration of Power Failure (minutes)

Emergency Lights Functioning Correctly?

Details of any Failures Observed (if applicable)

Number of Emergency Lights Tested

Number of Emergency Lights Failing

Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) Operated Successfully?

Emergency Lighting - Physical Condition

3 of 7

Assessment of the physical state and mounting of emergency lighting fixtures.

Fixture Identification Number (e.g., EL-001)

Housing Condition - Visible Damage?

Mounting Secure?

Detailed Observations (e.g., cracks, corrosion, loose screws)

Lens Condition

Lamp Lumens (if legible – for comparison against specs)

Precise Location of Fixture

Exit Signage - Visibility and Illumination

4 of 7

Ensuring exit signs are visible and adequately illuminated.

Is the exit sign visible from a clear line of sight?

Is the exit sign illuminated?

Distance to nearest obstruction blocking visibility (feet/meters)

Is the illumination intensity adequate?

Describe any issues with visibility or illumination.

Is the sign correctly oriented (pointing toward the exit)?

Upload Photo of Exit Signage

Exit Signage - Physical Condition & Placement

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Evaluation of the physical integrity and correct placement of exit signs.

Exit Sign Location (Specific)

Sign Housing Condition

Sign Face Condition

Mounting Height (Feet)

Orientation

Notes/Comments (e.g., damage, obstruction)

Sign Retroreflectivity

Photo Documentation (if issues found)

Battery Backup System (if applicable)

6 of 7

Inspection of battery backup systems that power emergency lighting.

Battery Voltage (Reading)

Battery Capacity (Remaining)

Battery Condition

Last Battery Replacement Date

Notes on Battery System Performance/Condition

Battery Backup Test Result

Battery Discharge Time (Minutes) - During Test

Documentation & Record Keeping

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Verification of inspection records and maintenance logs.

Date of Last Inspection

Inspection Frequency (e.g., Monthly, Quarterly)

Inspection Performed By (Select Role)

Inspector's Name

Summary of Findings & Recommendations

Supporting Documentation (e.g., Test Reports, Maintenance Records)

Next Inspection Scheduled?

Date of Next Scheduled Inspection

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