OSHA Code of Federal Regulations • Requires adequate and reliable illumination for all exits • Requires proper maintenance to assure that exit lighting is in continuously proper operating condition NFPA 70 - National Electric Code • Requires specific illumination and performance of emergency and exit lights • Provides functional standards for battery-powered emergency and exit lighting NFPA 101 - Life Safety Code • Requires a monthly inspection of all emergency and exit lighting systems • Requires an annual test of all emergency and exit lighint systems International Fire Code • Requires proper illumination of means of egress • Requires assurance that emergency and exit lighting systems will provide illumination for at least 60 minutes NFPA 1997 5-9.3 Periodic Testing of Emergency Lighting Equipment An annual test shall be conducted for a 1-1/2 hour duration. Equipment shall be fully functional for the duration of the test. Standard Fire Prevention Code 1999 807.1.4 Exit Illumination and Signs A functional test shall be conducted on every required emergency lighting system at 30-day intervals for a minimum of 30-seconds.