Emergency lighting unit requirements

[katwalatapan]

Hello,

I wanted to request insights into the requirements to provide emergency lighting unit in salt / sand sheds (100' x 50') which are classified under National Building Code of Canada major classification "F". These are low-hazard storage facilities which has a overhead door operator and manual door for entry/exit.

The NBCC mentions requirement to provide emergency lighting in "Principal routes providing access to exit in open floor areas". It does not specify applicable building classification types. I assume the manual door for entry/exit may classify as principal route providing access to exit, but I'm not sure if this mandates installation of an emergency lighting unit. So I thought to inquire if anyone familiar with installation of electrical distribution in salt / sand shed type facilities, would provide some insight into this requirement.

Thank you.

 

[e hilton]

If you only have one door to deal with, and knowing that the shed will be used in bad weather and frequently at night … why not just go ahead and install an emergency fixture?

 

[steveray]

Surprised TM or one of the Canada guys didn't chime in....Bump.....Here you would likely get to one required exit so no emergency lighting would be required....