FireQual Level 3 Award in Emergency Lighting Systems
A regulated Level 3 qualification for technicians, fire safety professionals and competent persons who need a recognised route in emergency lighting systems.
Full qualification title: FireQual Level 3 Award in the Design, Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance of Emergency Lighting Systems to BS 5266-1:2025.
Key details at a glance
This regulated qualification gives learners a structured introduction to the technical and legal expectations for emergency lighting systems. It is suitable for those working in fire safety, electrical installation, facilities management, compliance and building safety roles.
Qualification
FireQual Level 3 Award in the Design, Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance of Emergency Lighting Systems to BS 5266-1:2025
Qualification number
610/3844/1
Level
RQF Level 3
Study hours
Guided learning
9 hours
Directed learning
11 hours
Assessment
2 hours
Total Qualification Time
22 hours
Credits
2 credits
Best suited to
Fire safety professionals, electricians, facilities managers, maintenance contractors, compliance staff, responsible persons and building safety teams who need a practical grounding in emergency lighting systems.
Price
£350 + VAT
Next date
13th October 2026
Recognised qualification
Delivered as a regulated FireQual Level 3 Award with a defined assessment route and published qualification number.
Technical focus
The course focuses on emergency lighting design principles, system types, testing, maintenance, fault rectification, signage and records.
Practical relevance
Learning is connected to real premises, statutory compliance, inspection expectations and the practical issues found during fire safety work.
Simon Tudor BSc (Hons), FSIDip, APAEWE, MIFSM, Tech IOSH
Simon Tudor is the founder of London Fire Consultants and lead tutor for this course. He works across commercial, healthcare, industrial, heritage and residential fire safety projects and brings current practice into the learning experience.
For learners, that means direct input from a named tutor who understands both regulated assessment standards and real world fire safety work. His background combines consultancy, teaching and applied fire risk assessment practice.
This course is taught with a focus on practical application. Learners are expected to understand how emergency lighting supports means of escape, life safety, inspection findings and fire risk assessment recommendations.
Professional credentials
Tier 3 IFSM Registered Fire Risk Assessor BAFE SP205 Validator Level 4 Teaching Qualification Fire Door Surveyor Level 7 Expert Witness Evidence
Professional membership, register status and awarding body links
Founder of London Fire Consultants and lead tutor for the fire safety training pathway.
What the course covers
The course covers the core knowledge required to understand emergency lighting systems and their role in safe evacuation. It links technical requirements to real building use, inspection, maintenance and certification.
Legislation and standards
You will consider the legal and regulatory framework for emergency lighting, including the role of BS 5266-1:2025 and BS EN 50172.
System types
You will review maintained, non-maintained, combined, self-contained and centrally supplied emergency lighting systems.
Design principles
You will examine design procedures, premises-specific considerations, signage requirements and escape route coverage.
Lux levels and glare
You will consider lux level measurement, environmental conditions, disability glare and how these factors affect safe escape.
Testing and maintenance
You will examine manual and automatic testing, maintenance procedures, fault identification and rectification.
Records and certification
You will consider logbooks, test records, certificates and the evidence needed to support compliance and ongoing management.
What practical learning looks like
This course is designed to help learners connect emergency lighting theory with real premises. The emphasis is on understanding how systems are selected, assessed, tested and maintained in practice.
Applied examples
You work through examples linked to escape routes, final exits, open areas, signage and premises-specific issues.
System evaluation
You develop the ability to recognise different emergency lighting arrangements and understand their maintenance implications.
Testing knowledge
You review how monthly and annual testing regimes support ongoing compliance and effective management.
Fault recognition
You consider common faults, poor records, defective fittings, inadequate coverage and issues affecting safe escape.
Documentation
You consider the importance of logbooks, certificates, maintenance evidence and inspection records.
Assessment preparation
You receive guidance on the assessment format so you understand what the MCQ e-assessment is testing.
Entry requirements
This is a Level 3 technical qualification. It is suitable for learners with a fire safety, electrical, facilities, maintenance or compliance background who need a structured route into emergency lighting fundamentals.
Minimum entry expectations
- You must be at least 16 years old
- You should demonstrate suitable literacy, numeracy and communication skills
- You should have access to appropriate environments, equipment and materials to meet the evidence requirements
- Access to a lux meter is relevant to the qualification requirements
- Prior experience in electrical installation or related industries is recommended
- Familiarity with BS 7671 wiring regulations is recommended to maximise success
Is this the right course for you?
| You work in fire safety and need a better understanding of emergency lighting. | This Level 3 Award is likely to be suitable. |
| You inspect premises and often comment on emergency lighting defects. | This course can strengthen your technical judgement. |
| You install, maintain or test electrical systems. | This course may support your emergency lighting competence pathway. |
| You are looking for a full electrician qualification. | This course is not a substitute for electrical installation qualifications. |
How the qualification is assessed
Step 1. Guided learning
You complete guided learning covering emergency lighting systems, standards, maintenance and fault rectification.
Step 2. Directed learning
You complete directed learning to consolidate your understanding of the standards, system types, testing requirements and records.
Step 3. Mandatory units
You complete learning linked to the two mandatory units: Emergency Lighting Systems and Standards, and Maintenance and Fault Rectification of Emergency Lighting Systems.
Step 4. E-assessment
The qualification is assessed through an online multiple-choice e-assessment taken in an invigilated environment.
Step 5. Pass or fail result
Results are recorded as Pass or Fail. Learners must satisfy the assessment requirements to achieve the qualification.
Step 6. Achievement
Successful learners achieve the FireQual Level 3 Award and can use it to support CPD and further progression in fire safety.
Mandatory units
| Unit code | Unit title | Credit value |
|---|---|---|
| R/651/8285 | Emergency Lighting Systems and Standards | 1 credit |
| T/651/8286 | Maintenance and Fault Rectification of Emergency Lighting Systems | 1 credit |
Important clarification
This course supports competence development in emergency lighting systems. It does not replace the need for appropriate electrical competence, site-specific authorisation, safe systems of work or compliance with applicable electrical safety requirements.
Course date and availability
FireQual Level 3 Award in Emergency Lighting Systems to BS 5266-1:2025
Price: £350 + VAT
Book nowEmergency lighting course FAQs
Who is this course for?
This course is for learners who need a regulated Level 3 qualification covering emergency lighting systems, standards, testing, maintenance and fault rectification.
Is this an Ofqual regulated qualification?
Yes. The qualification is regulated by Ofqual and has the qualification number 610/3844/1.
What standard is the course based on?
The qualification is based on emergency lighting systems to BS 5266-1:2025 and also refers to BS EN 50172.
How is the course assessed?
Assessment is by online multiple-choice e-assessment in an invigilated environment. Results are recorded as Pass or Fail.
Do I need electrical experience?
Prior field experience in electrical installation or related industries is recommended. Familiarity with BS 7671 wiring regulations is also recommended to maximise success.
How much does the course cost?
The advertised learner fee is £350 plus VAT.
Brands that trust London Fire Consultants to deliver training
London Fire Consultants delivers training for a wide range of organisations across housing, healthcare, education, local government, policing, technical services and the private sector. Our learners include operational teams, managers, duty holders, compliance professionals and organisations that need training grounded in real fire safety practice.
That trust is built on practical delivery, current sector knowledge, regulated qualifications and direct input from experienced professionals. Clients do not come to us for generic classroom content. They come to us for training that is relevant, technically sound and usable in the real world.
Training shaped by practice
Our courses are informed by live consultancy work, not just textbook summaries. That helps organisations train staff against the kinds of fire safety issues they actually face.
Suitable for different sectors
We work with local authorities, schools, care providers, policing organisations, commercial businesses and technical service firms. That range helps us adapt delivery to the setting, risk profile and learner role.
Credible and usable learning
Clients need more than attendance certificates. They need training that improves understanding, supports compliance and gives people practical confidence in their responsibilities.
Ready to develop your emergency lighting competence?
If you need a regulated Level 3 qualification, practical teaching and a clearer understanding of emergency lighting systems to BS 5266-1:2025, this course gives you a focused route.
Site Last Updated: 10th June 2026
FIREQUAL LEVEL 3 AWARD IN THE DESIGN, INSTALLATION, COMMISSIONING AND MAINTENANCE OF EMERGENCY LIGHTING SYSTEMS TO BS 5266-1:2025
The FireQual Level 3 Award in the Design, Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance of Emergency Lighting Systems to BS 5266-1:2025 provides a nationally recognised qualification for individuals working in, or seeking to work in, the fire safety, electrical, facilities management, maintenance or building compliance sectors.
The qualification has been designed to support candidates in developing the knowledge and skills required to design, specify, install, commission, test, maintain and rectify faults within emergency lighting systems. It is aligned to BS 5266-1:2025, Code of practice for the emergency lighting of premises, and BS EN 50172, also known as BS 5266-8, Emergency escape lighting systems.
The aims of this qualification are to:
Introduce the statutory, technical and practical requirements for emergency lighting systems.
Develop understanding of emergency lighting design, system types, lux level measurement, signage, testing, maintenance, fault rectification and certification.
Prepare candidates to apply emergency lighting principles in a safe, competent and legally compliant manner.
Support ongoing professional development within fire safety, life safety systems, electrical maintenance and building compliance.
The awarding body for this qualification is FireQual. The qualification number is 610/3844/1. The qualification is regulated by Ofqual and is published on the Register of Regulated Qualifications.
Assessment is by online e-assessment, using a multiple-choice examination taken in an invigilated environment. Results are recorded as Pass or Fail.
Course fee: £350 plus VAT
