Hätälamppu

Hätälamppu, also known as an emergency light or escape light, is a type of lighting that activates during a power outage or other emergency situations. Its primary purpose is to provide illumination for safe evacuation from a building or area. These lights are typically powered by a battery backup system, ensuring they function even when the main electrical supply fails.

Hätälamput are often strategically placed along emergency exit routes, stairwells, and in common areas of public and commercial buildings. They are designed to be highly visible and guide people towards the nearest safe exit. Regulations in many countries mandate the installation and maintenance of hätälamput to ensure occupant safety. The duration and intensity of their light output are usually specified by safety standards.

There are several types of hätälamput, including maintained, non-maintained, and combined emergency lighting systems. Maintained lights are on continuously, serving as normal lighting, and switch to battery power during an outage. Non-maintained lights only activate when power is lost. Combined systems offer a mix of both. Regular testing and inspection are crucial to guarantee the reliable operation of hätälamput when they are needed most.