Why Luminous Egress Path Markings are Critical to a Safe Emergency Egress
Luminous egress path markings are required by the IBC/IFC, NFPA, and many state and local building codes have also incorporated the requirement for their installation. Installed in the exit stairways of high-rise buildings, these photoluminescent signs and egress markers are used to facilitate a safe and efficient emergency egress under any lighting condition.
Beyond meeting the requirement to comply with building and fire code regulations, luminous egress path markings should be installed as a way to prioritize occupant safety and are crucial to facilitating a safe emergency egress.
Fail Safe Emergency Lighting
When the power fails, luminous egress path markings immediately light up the egress pathway, providing a light source with no delay!
Having been charged by the surrounding light source, luminous egress path markings and photoluminescent signs start emitting a bright, steady glow as soon as the building loses power. Additionally, luminous egress path markings do not require batteries or any backup power and operate completely independently of your building’s power source.
Wayfinding
Aside from communicating wayfinding and egress directions, luminous egress path markings are used to clearly outline the entire pathway, ensuring occupants stay on the most direct path to the final exit.
Luminous egress path markings, such as perimeter markings and obstruction markings, are used to delineate the egress pathway and mark any obstacles to be avoided. Likewise, handrail markings and step-edge markings are used to increase stairway safety and ensure occupants can clearly see the step-edge and avoid any stair related injuries.
Clear Pathway
Aside from communicating wayfinding and egress directions, luminous egress path markings are used to clearly outline the entire pathway, ensuring occupants stay on the most direct path to the final exit.
Luminous egress path markings such as perimeter markings and obstruction markings are used to delineate the egress pathway, and mark any obstacles to be avoided. Likewise, handrail markings and step-edge markings are used to increase stairway safety and ensure occupants can clearly see the step-edge and avoid any stair related injuries.
Enhanced Visibility
When compared to traditional emergency lighting systems, luminous egress path markings are the visibly better choice!
Overhead lighting can create shadows, making the egress path difficult to discern and disorienting occupants. Lower-level installation, such as perimeter markings and step-edge markings, further enhances visibility and does not create any shadows. Additionally, luminous egress path markings can cut through smoke, ensuring the egress pathway remains well-lit, no matter the conditions
Beyond meeting code compliance, the installation of luminous egress path markings and photoluminescent signs plays a critical role in every building. Clearly defining the exit pathway and keeping it well-lit allows occupants to quickly and safely make their way to the final exit discharge, no matter the lighting conditions.
Ecoglo® proudly offers a full range of luminous egress path markings to provide you with a complete package for buildings and venues of all sizes, ensuring code compliance and a reliable, failsafe source of emergency lighting. Our local sales reps are well-versed in the code compliance regulations for your city and state and are ready to help you upgrade your building to the visibly better solution in photoluminescent lighting!