Keeping your system compliant with AS 2293.1 and ready to perform

Emergency Lighting Maintenance & Upgrades

Emergency lighting is more than just a safety requirement—it’s a legal obligation for every commercial and public building in Australia. At GLS Electrical, we handle the maintenance, repairs, and upgrades of emergency lighting systems to ensure they meet the performance standards set out in AS/NZS 2293.1.

This part of the standard focuses on the design, installation, and performance of emergency lighting systems. It ensures your exit signs, emergency battens, and battery backup lighting are capable of operating effectively during a real power failure or evacuation.

If your building’s system is out of date, showing signs of wear, or no longer meets the standard, we can bring it up to scratch.

What Is AS 2293.1?

AS/NZS 2293.1 sets the rules for:

How emergency lighting systems are designed and installed
Where exit and emergency lights must be placed
Minimum light levels and visibility under emergency conditions
The battery backup duration required (usually 90 minutes)
How systems must perform during simulated power failure events

If your building has been altered, extended, or simply hasn’t had the emergency lighting updated in a while, there’s a good chance it’s no longer fully compliant.

Stay safe, stay compliant – upgrade your emergency lighting to meet AS 2293.1.

Maintenance & Upgrade Services We Provide

We offer:

Condition reports and compliance assessments
Upgrade of fittings to LED emergency lights
Replacement of ageing or failed batteries
Rewiring or repositioning of exit signs to meet layout requirements
Testing and rectification of non-compliant installations
Ongoing maintenance plans with scheduled inspections

We work with all major brands and types of emergency lighting, and we can recommend replacement options that improve efficiency and meet current codes.

Suitable For

Commercial buildings
Retail centres and shops
Schools, universities, and training centres
Motor control centres.
Government and council facilities
Healthcare and aged care providers
Warehouses, workshops, and industrial sites

Whether it’s a one-off upgrade or part of a broader facilities maintenance plan, we tailor our services to suit your site’s needs and layout.

Why It Matters!

Outdated or poorly maintained emergency lighting systems are more than just a compliance issue—they’re a real safety risk. During a blackout, fire, or evacuation, people rely on these lights to safely find their way out.

Keeping your system up to date with AS 2293.1 protects your staff, your visitors, and your business.

Need to assess your current system or plan an upgrade? Contact GLS Electrical today—GLS Electrical is here to help you get it done right

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