Certified Emergency Lighting & Exit Sign Installation

Emergency lighting and exit signs play a critical role in ensuring safe evacuation during an emergency or power failure. Proper installation must comply with NFPA 101 (Life Safety Code), BC Building Code, and the BC Electrical Code. Otis Fire Protection provides professional, safe, and code-compliant installation of emergency lighting systems for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.

Our ASTTBC-certified technicians and licensed electricians ensure your emergency lighting system is installed with the correct positioning, illumination level, and coverage of all exit routes and evacuation pathways.

Where Emergency Lighting Must Be Installed

We install emergency lighting and exit signs in compliance with regulatory requirements, including:

• Commercial buildings
• High-rise and low-rise residential buildings
• Industrial facilities
• Schools, daycares & educational buildings
• Mining camps and remote facilities

Why Proper Installation Matters

Improperly installed emergency lighting poses risks such as poor visibility during evacuation, liability issues, and code violations. Our team ensures:

• Correct placement for optimal illumination
• Compliance with illumination levels required by NFPA 101
• Exit routes remain visible during power outages
• Batteries and backup systems are properly connected
• Wiring complies with BC Electrical Code requirements

Our Emergency Lighting Installation Process

• Assessment of building layout and exit routes
• Determining required number and type of emergency lights
• Installation by licensed electricians
• System testing & verification
• Certification by ASTTBC-certified technicians
• Documentation for fire department and building owners

Related Fire Protection Services

Emergency Lighting Inspection | Fire Alarm System Installation | Fire Extinguisher Inspection | Fire Sprinkler Inspection | Backflow Preventer Inspection

Service Areas in Greater Vancouver

Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, Richmond, Delta, Coquitlam, Langley, New Westminster, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Maple Ridge, Abbotsford, Mission, and Chilliwack.

Why Choose Otis Fire Protection?

• Licensed electricians & ASTTBC-certified technicians
• NFPA 101, BC Building & Electrical Code compliant installations
• Reliable service for commercial & residential buildings
• Full installation, testing, certification & documentation
• Trusted by property managers, developers & business owners

Book Your Emergency Lighting Installation

Contact Otis Fire Protection to schedule professional emergency lighting and exit sign installation today.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do emergency lights need to follow NFPA 101 requirements?

Yes. Emergency lights must meet NFPA 101 illumination and placement standards to ensure safe evacuation during an emergency.

Do exit signs require emergency backup power?

Yes. Exit signs must remain illuminated during power outages, requiring battery backup or emergency power systems.

Can you upgrade existing emergency lighting to LED?

Yes — we offer LED conversions for improved efficiency, longer lifespan, and better illumination.

Do you install combination units (light + exit sign)?

Yes. We install all types of emergency lighting units including combo fixtures, remote heads, and commercial-grade units.