AS/NZS 2293 compliant emergency and exit light testing with 6-monthly inspections and annual 90-minute discharge testing. Audit-ready digital logbooks, defect reporting and fast scheduling across Sydney, Canberra and regional NSW.
Emergency and exit lights are there for one moment: when normal power fails. They illuminate escape paths, exits and stairwells so people can evacuate safely. If they fail during an outage, the risk is immediate—confusion, delayed evacuation and potential injury.
Most failures are not visible during normal operation. Lights can appear functional but fail before their required duration when tested properly. That's why regular testing is not a box to tick—it's a critical part of workplace safety and compliance.
Emergency lighting guides occupants to safety during power loss or fire evacuations
Six-monthly testing to AS/NZS 2293.2:2019 supports WHS and insurance obligations.
Prevent WHS fines, insurance issues, and liability from non-compliant systems
Emergency and exit lighting systems in Australian workplaces must be inspected and tested regularly to ensure they operate during an emergency. In practice, this involves:
Visual inspection and functional testing to confirm each emergency light and exit sign operates when mains power is interrupted.
A full battery discharge test confirming emergency lights operate for at least 90 minutes in accordance with AS/NZS 2293.2.
Any failed fittings must be repaired or replaced and re-tested to maintain a compliant system.
Emergency lighting must be tested at least every 6 months, with full discharge testing performed annually.
Light activates but fails before the rated duration (typically 90 minutes)
Non-compliance during WHS audits or building inspections
Old batteries that no longer hold charge or provide adequate runtime
Signs that are too dim or not visible from required distances
Visual-only inspections miss critical battery failures
These issues are rarely identified through quick checks alone. Full discharge testing is required to confirm performance. Liberty Test & Tag conducts rated-duration discharge testing to identify issues before they become hazards.
Inspection and verification to AS/NZS 2293.2:2019
Identify all fittings, check condition, placement and visibility
Simulate power failure to confirm activation
90-minute discharge testing to verify battery performance
Failures recorded with clear notes and required actions
Audit-ready records with test results, locations and next due dates
This process ensures the system is not just tested—but proven to work under real conditions.
PDF logbook records location, luminaire type, test date, discharge duration, and pass/fail outcome for each unit. Defects noted where applicable. Audit-ready for WHS and building inspections. Photos available on request.
Testing follows:
SafeWork NSW identifies lighting as a key safety factor in workplaces and requires that lighting systems—including emergency lighting—are maintained, functional and capable of supporting safe evacuation. Regular inspection, testing and maintenance are essential to ensure these systems operate correctly when needed.
Emergency evacuation lighting inspection
Electrical equipment safety testing
We support schools with emergency lighting compliance for annual WHS obligations.
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Emergency lighting testing connects directly to WHS obligations, workplace safety requirements, insurance conditions, and audit readiness.
WHS obligations — Regular testing is required under workplace safety law
Workplace safety requirements — Functional emergency lighting protects people during evacuations
Insurance conditions — Many policies require documented compliance testing
Audit and inspection readiness — Digital records prove compliance when it matters
We service schools, commercial, government, industrial facilities, and multi-site portfolios across NSW and ACT.
We coordinate testing across multiple sites with minimal disruption and consistent reporting.
AS/NZS 2293 compliant testing for your location
AS 2293 testing across Greater Sydney, Western Sydney, and Macarthur.
Emergency lighting inspections for ACT schools, offices, and industrial sites.
Emergency lighting services for regional NSW government and commercial facilities.
If you want a plain-English explanation of how often emergency and exit lights need to be tested, including common failures and SafeWork NSW context, read our guide:
Read Our Guide on Testing FrequencyBook your six-monthly inspection to ensure compliant, functional emergency lighting.
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