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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.