BS 5266
BS 5266 is the key British Standard series guiding emergency lighting design, installation, testing and maintenance in the UK. iComply apply BS 5266 principles on every emergency lighting project across Greater Manchester and the North West—from initial surveys to duration testing and certification. Based in Stockport, we translate the standard into practical site decisions for landlords, designers and facilities managers.
About BS 5266
BS 5266 is the key British Standard series guiding emergency lighting design, installation, testing and maintenance in the UK. iComply apply BS 5266 principles on every emergency lighting project across Greater Manchester and the North West—from initial surveys to duration testing and certification. Based in Stockport, we translate the standard into practical site decisions for landlords, designers and facilities managers.
Working “to BS 5266” means more than quoting the number on a proposal. It influences lux levels on escape routes, open area coverage, high-risk task lighting, exit signage, duration, test facilities and record-keeping. Our engineers design and verify systems with those expectations in mind, and we explain trade-offs when existing buildings cannot achieve textbook layouts without structural change. Training for monthly user tests, annual competent testing and battery replacement cycles all form part of a BS 5266-minded service. If a consultant specification references BS 5266, we install and commission against it and document deviations only with client agreement.
- ●Design and installation guided by BS 5266 principles
- ●Escape route, open area and high-risk task coverage
- ●Testing regimes and documentation aligned to the standard
- ●Remedial programmes for non-compliant existing systems
Part of our Emergency Lighting service · Related: Emergency Lighting Compliance
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BS 5266 by area
Local landing pages for every town we cover (60 areas) — e.g. BS 5266 in Stockport.
Related Emergency Lighting guides
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BS 5266 FAQ
Is BS 5266 a legal requirement?+
Fire safety law requires suitable emergency lighting; BS 5266 is the widely accepted British Standard used to achieve and demonstrate that suitability in practice.
Does BS 5266 only apply to new buildings?+
No. Existing premises are expected to maintain adequate emergency lighting; upgrades are often driven by FRAs, alterations or failed tests.
Can you review our system against BS 5266?+
Yes. We survey, list non-conformities and quote prioritised remedials so you can plan spend against risk.
Quote for BS 5266
Price on application after scope. No catalogue fee. Stockport base, with North West coverage and further travel quoted where the service is published.