Hätävalaisimet

Hätävalaisimet, also known as emergency lights, are essential safety devices installed in buildings and public spaces. Their primary function is to provide illumination during power outages or other emergencies when the main lighting system fails. This ensures that occupants can safely navigate escape routes and find their way to exits.

These fixtures are typically battery-powered and are designed to activate automatically when the primary power source is interrupted. They are strategically placed along corridors, stairwells, at emergency exits, and in other critical areas to guide people. The illumination provided by hätävalaisimet is usually less intense than regular lighting but sufficient to prevent panic and facilitate safe evacuation.

Hätävalaisimet are subject to various regulations and standards, which dictate their placement, brightness, duration of operation, and maintenance requirements. Regular testing and maintenance are crucial to ensure their reliability in an emergency. Failure to maintain these systems can compromise the safety of building occupants. In Finland, the regulations concerning hätävalaisimet are part of broader building safety codes.