In today post you will discover why exit signs are so important.

Exit signs are a must for every building. They are vital in the situations when the building must be evacuated.

In these types of situations seconds matter. So having the right signs is vital.

Exit signs are made of materials that can be illuminated. This is crucial since smoke or power failure during a fire outbreak greatly reduced visibility.

Most popular exit sings types:

Electrically powered signs must be illuminated to 54 lux by a distinctively colored, reliable light source. Photoluminescent materials or tritium signs (self luminous exit signs) must have a luminescence of at least .06 footlamberts.

Photoluminescent exit signs and egress lighting are a low-cost option. They are zero-energy, zero-emission, and will lower annual energy costs by thousands of dollars. Powered solely by ambient fluorescent lighting, these signs store light and maintain clear, OSHA-compliant visibility in cases of emergency.

Installation

Install a sign on top of every final exit door such as the main entrance of the building or the actual fire exit door. In addition to this, you should also place signs over exit door in each main room. Installation of these signs should not be too high so that people can easily see them. For large areas, signs pointing to the direction of the exit door may also be necessary.

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