Emergency & Exit Light Testing

When the power goes out, or worse, when the fire alarm sounds — your emergency and exit lights need to work. Not sometimes. Every time. Barcam Electrical provides six-monthly emergency and exit light testing to AS 2293 across commercial, industrial and public buildings throughout the Mackay region, with the documentation and reporting your certifier and insurer will want to see.

When you might need us

• Your building is due for its six-monthly emergency lighting test

• You've just completed a fit-out or renovation and need commissioning testing

• Your compliance program or building certifier requires documented testing

• You've had lights fail during a previous test or inspection

• You've never had a formal testing program set up and aren't sure where you stand

• You're taking on a new tenancy and need to establish a baseline

What we do

Our team carries out the full six-monthly discharge test required under AS 2293.2 — simulating a mains failure, running the luminaires on battery for their full rated duration, and confirming that every light in the system meets the standard. We also carry out visual inspections, note any faults, and provide a full report covering:

• A register of every luminaire on site

• Test results for each fitting

• Any failures, faults or defects identified

• Recommended remedial action (battery replacement, lamp replacement, fitting replacement)

• Records suitable for your logbook and building certifier

FAQs

• How often does emergency lighting need to be tested?

  The full discharge test is required every six months under AS 2293.2, with visual inspections in between.

• What happens if lights fail the test?

  We log the fault, tag it, and give you a clear recommendation on what needs replacing. Where the fix is simple (battery or lamp), we can often do it on the day.

• Who's responsible for emergency light testing — building owner or tenant?

  Depends on your lease. Usually the building owner or manager is responsible for the base building, but tenants can be responsible for their tenancy. Worth clarifying up front so nothing falls through the gap.

• Do we need a logbook?

  Yes. AS 2293 requires a logbook that records testing, faults and remediation. If you don't have one, we'll set one up as part of the first test.

Talk to us about your emergency lighting

Whether you need a one-off test or ongoing six-monthly service, we'll get it sorted.