Beyond the Battery: The Technical Rigour of AS 2293 Emergency Lighting Testing

In high-occupancy commercial buildings and industrial facilities from the Sunshine Coast to the Northern Rivers, Emergency and Exit Lighting is a critical life-safety system. During a power failure or fire emergency, these systems provide the only illuminated path to safety. Under AS 2293.2, these assets require a mandatory 6-monthly discharge test. At FIRESHIFT, our Cert II qualified technicians provide systematic, documented testing to ensure your facility remains compliant with the National Construction Code (NCC) and relevant state safety regulations.

The Technical Challenge of Large-Scale Facilities In a large warehouse or a multi-storey office block, managing an exit light fleet is a logistical task. It is not simply a matter of “pressing a button.”

• The 90-Minute Discharge Test: AS 2293 requires that every emergency light remains illuminated for a minimum of 90 minutes on battery power. Our technicians utilise a systematic approach to simulate power failure, ensuring that ageing batteries or faulty tubes are identified before they fail in a real emergency.
• Cleaning and Visibility: In industrial settings like Logan, Sydney, Sunshine Coast, Tweed Heads NSW or Ipswich, dust build-up on light diffusers can reduce light output below the legal minimum lux levels. Our routine service includes cleaning and physical inspection as per the Standard.
• Manual vs. Monitored Systems: Whether your site uses a standard manual test switch or a computerised Monitored Emergency Lighting System, we provide the technical verification required for your annual safety statements.

Compliance Documentation: We provide a detailed register of every light on-site, including its location, type, and test result. This data is essential for the Annual Fire Safety Statement (NSW) and the Occupier’s Statement (QLD), providing facility managers with absolute certainty in their life-safety infrastructure.