NCJ Number
123582
Date Published
1988
Length
128 pages
Annotation
This text presents guidelines for use by security managers, engineers, and technicians in the selection and use of lighting for emergency situations and for use in building security programs.
Abstract
It explains the role of specialized lighting designed to assist the rapid evacuation of burning or damaged buildings. The discussion includes information on maintained and nonmaintained systems, escape routing, wiring, and related topics. Details are also given on lamp selection and power supplies. Further sections explain the role of floodlighting, infra-red detectors, closed-circuit television, and other security measures. Guidelines on maintenance and economics explain inspection and testing, planned maintenance, the maintenance of batteries and generators, and treatment for electric shock. Photographs, diagrams, list of terms, and index.