The emergency lighting and signs in a commercial building is part of the regulations set forth by Chicago fire safety protocols. It’s not only important for them to be located properly and clearly visible, it is also important that they are tested on a routine basis. As a commercial property owner, do you know when the last time your lights and signs were properly checked? If not, it’s time to contact the team here at Connected Fire.
We provide expertise in Chicago fire safety standards, regulations, and property testing to ensure you stay within regulations and code. You don’t want to risk being out of compliance as that can cost you big time in the end. We will work with you on all of your equipment including fire extinguishers, lighting, signs, and more.
What To Expect
When your lighting and signage are properly maintained, there are several things that have to be checked. Having a technician from Connected Fire come out will result in all of the following performed:
- Ensure that proper connections are made with the leads and terminals
- Test the battery to ensure it can hold the entire load for 90 minutes at least
- Make sure each light is checked for any type of damage
- Ensure proper alignment of light beams
- Testing all bulbs and replace those that need it
- Proper testing label attached to show when it was performed
- Clean all the units to make sure it is working properly and to extend the lifespan
- Test for proper voltage output on all batteries
It is vitally important as a building owner that you have the proper maintenance performed on lights and signs every single year. Failure to do so can result in you being held personally liable for injuries in the event of a fire if records aren’t maintained. That’s where Connected Fire can help. We not only perform inspections, maintenance, and installations, but we also maintain records of when items were done and when they passed. This is vital in the event of a fire in the building. We can ensure you stay within compliance at all times no matter how often regulations may change. You can rest assured you and each resident are protected and the building is safe.
Staying within Chicago fire safety protocol is important to help avoid lawsuits, closures, and large fines. Contact the experts at Connected Fire to help you properly maintain all of your fire safety equipment. We are here to help your building stay up to the fire code in Chicago at all times.