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Emergency Lighting Testing

Emergency lighting is a life-safety system — when the mains power fails, it must illuminate escape routes immediately and reliably. MES PAT Testing carries out statutory emergency lighting inspections and tests to BS 5266 standards, ensuring your premises are compliant and your occupants are safe.

Who Needs Emergency Lighting Testing?

Offices and commercial buildings
Schools and educational facilities
Hotels and hospitality venues
Retail premises and shopping centres
Factories and warehouses
Landlords and property managers

What's Included

  • Full monthly, 3-monthly, and annual duration testing carried out to BS 5266.

  • Detailed test reports and logbook entries provided for every inspection.

  • Compliance certificates issued same day — essential for fire safety records.

  • We test all emergency luminaires, exit signs, and central battery systems.

  • Fault identification and remedial advice included with every inspection.

  • Available across Essex, London, Hertfordshire, Kent, Suffolk, and Cambridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should emergency lighting be tested?

BS 5266 requires a brief functional test monthly, a short duration test every 3 months, and a full rated duration test annually. Your logbook must record the results of every test.

Is emergency lighting testing a legal requirement?

Yes. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires that emergency lighting is maintained in efficient working order. The responsible person must ensure regular testing and record keeping.

What happens if emergency lighting fails the test?

Faulty luminaires must be repaired or replaced promptly. We identify all failures in our report and can advise on remedial works. Non-compliant emergency lighting is a serious fire safety risk.

Get a Free Quote

From 79p per item including certificates & asset register.

Request a QuoteCall 01376 339 372

Why Choose MES?

  • City & Guilds Qualified
  • DBS Checked Engineers
  • Fully Insured
  • PATTA Member
  • Same-Day Certificates
  • Free Minor Repairs
  • Weekend Appointments
  • 20+ Years Experience

What Our Clients Say

Honestly cannot recommend MES PAT Testing enough! Sent an enquiry on Monday and they came out on Wednesday. Extremely reasonable quote and pricing, amazing communication throughout, and the certificate was sent the same day. Will definitely be using again!

Shelby Osborne

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Bryan carried out the PAT testing for all my equipment and the whole process was quick, smooth, and very efficient. He even arrived 15 minutes ahead of the estimated time. Highly recommend their service — reliable, punctual, and easy to deal with!

Caz Andrade

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After searching for a reliable company to PAT test my musical equipment, I finally found MES. From start to finish their service was exemplary — great communication, booked at short notice, turned up on time, and were efficient. Will absolutely use them again.

Dom Graham

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