Lighting the Way to Safety: A Pro's Guide to Exit & Emergency Lighting

When the power goes out in an emergency, panic and disorientation can set in quickly. A professionally installed, compliant Exit & Emergency lighting system is a critical life-safety feature in any commercial, industrial, or multi-residential building. It's not just about meeting a standard; it's about ensuring a clear, illuminated path to safety when it's needed most.

At SCHNAP, our Exit & Emergency lighting solutions provide the reliable, high-performance gear that electricians and facility managers need to ensure safety and compliance across every project.

The Core Components of Your Emergency Lighting System

A complete system uses different types of fittings for specific jobs.

• Emergency Exit Lights: Featuring the unmistakable "running man" symbol, these signs are the most important part of your wayfinding system. They are permanently illuminated and have a battery backup to ensure they clearly identify the location of, or path to, a building's emergency exit at all times.
• Spitfire Downlights: The discreet emergency workhorse. A "spitfire" is a recessed downlight with an integrated battery and a non-maintained lamp. It remains off during normal operation but automatically switches on during a power failure to illuminate pathways, corridors, and open areas, guiding people towards the exit signs.
• Emergency Battens: The high-output solution for large spaces. Emergency battens provide broad, powerful illumination during a blackout, making them essential for car parks, warehouses, fire stairs, and back-of-house areas.

Compliance is King: Meeting Australian Standards

In Australia, all Exit & Emergency lighting must be designed, installed, and maintained in accordance with Australian Standard AS 2293. This governs everything from light levels and placement to mandatory six-monthly testing. Using high-quality, compliant fittings is the first and most important step to meeting your legal obligations.

Trusted Brands for Life-Safety Systems

When it comes to life safety, there are no shortcuts. That’s why we stock a complete range of Exit & Emergency lighting from the most trusted and respected brands in the industry, including Clevertronics, Clipsal, and Legrand. We also stock a full range of Emergency Accessories, including replacement batteries and testing equipment.

Why Electricians & Facility Managers Choose SCHNAP

Ensure safety and stay compliant with gear you can rely on.

• A complete range of AS 2293 compliant exit lights, spitfires, and battens.
• Industry-leading brands trusted by Aussie sparkies.
• Check live stock levels across Australia.
• Fast delivery and competitive trade pricing for professionals.

For the critical Exit & Emergency lighting that protects lives and property, trust SCHNAP to have the right solution in stock.

Need Exit & Emergency at the best prices and good quality? Shop now at Schnap