Every workplace needs to have suitable and sufficient lighting so that employees can do their jobs effectively. Natural lighting should be provided where possible and windows should be designed so that they can be cleaned safely.
Lighting regulations require the following:
- Local lighting provided at individual workstations
- Stairways should be well lit and outdoor traffic routes used by pedestrians should be adequately lit after dark
- Lights should not be obscured
- Lights should be replaced, repaired, or cleaned to ensure an adequate level of lighting
- Windows and skylights should be cleaned regularly
- Emergency lighting should be powered by a source independent of that used for normal lighting
It is vital your workplace follows the guidelines on lighting – it has been proven that lighting effects a worker’s efficiency and productivity and dim lighting can cause detrimental eye complications, headaches and drowsiness. Similarly, highly intense artificial lights can cause migraines and eye injuries.
How we can help
Our experts can help you to find the perfect balance to make sure the health of your workplace is lit in the correct way. Generally, the best type of lighting is natural lighting, which can boost mood and increase satisfaction at work. However, we understand that having natural lighting in your office or other working environments may not always be possible, especially in the darker months. Our occupational hygiene consultants can observe your workplace and conduct a survey to:
- Identify whether the artificial lighting levels are adequate during night-time hours
- Identify the lighting levels during daytime hours and how much natural light there is
- Identify any areas of the workplace where lighting levels are below the recommended minimum measured illuminance and to consider the guidance given in HSE document HSG38
Get your lighting right with EEUK – contact us today to find out more.
Testimonials
Newbridge Energy
EEUK have been consummate professionals from the outset. They are always keen to help and quick to offer advice on all queries. We have used EEUK for LEV servicing, Fire Risk assessments and DSEAR risk assessments. Their support team are very helpful, and this is reflected in their onsite services. I can whole heartedly recommend their services to anyone looking for a reliable, professional and friendly company.
Graduate Health and Safety Engineer
Howard Butler Ltd
Howard Butler Ltd have, for a number of years, been a very satisfied customer of EEUK. There has been ongoing excellent support over this time and the staff have always been supportive and knowledgeable. In addition to this (always cheerful) support, the test reports are professional and easy to navigate. We would have no hesitation in recommending them to any of our customers.
Quality Manager
Arville
We have been using EEUK since 2017; they have provided us with not only a monitoring service but guidance on what we are required to do as a company. The sales team were really friendly and very efficient with arranging (sometimes at short notice) dates in which to provide their services.
Group Head of Health & Safety
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