Building Maintenance
Check the following items regarding building maintenance when evaluating the FPP:
Emergency lighting should be tested monthly and annually.
- The building address should be clearly visible from the street, minimum 4 inches in height with a contrasting background.
- Provide a Knox Box or similar lock box and keys for the box.
- Fire-resistance-rated construction should be maintained.
- Provide legible & permanent sign with occupant load posted in conspicuous location.
- Emergency lighting must be tested and records must be maintained on site according to OSHA 1910.35, Means of Egress which references NFPA 101, Section 7.9.3, Life Safety Code. The Life Safety Code requires both a monthly activation test, where the lights remain illuminated for a minimum of 30-seconds, and an annual test where the lights are activated for 1.5-hours to simulate a long term emergency event.
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8-6. According to the NFPA Life Safety Code, how often should emergency lighting be tested?
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