Safety at sea – supply, Installation and maintenance
Whether on land or at sea, safety should always be a priority for crew and passengers! At sea, this priority on safety and compliance is even more important
As a manufacturer and designer of photoluminescent safety signage, Everlux Maritime’s motto is to always put safety first. The company has decades of experience within the maritime industry, a journey that has always been driven by the highest standards of quality and in compliance with all the international regulations.
On this matter, we would like to discuss the fact that The Red Ensign Yacht Code, last updated on 16th December 2022 – Part B – 6.11 Means of Escape (18), states that “In addition to the emergency lighting provided by the emergency source of electrical power, the means of escape, including stairways and exits, shall be provided with low location lighting systems” and “(g) the Administration shall ensure that such lighting or photoluminescent equipment used in compliance with this Section has been evaluated, tested and applied in accordance with the guidelines provided by IMO Res. A.752(18) Guidelines for the evaluation, testing and application of Low-Location Lighting on Passenger Ships and ISO 15370 Ships and marine technology – Low-location lighting (LLL) on passenger ships – Arrangement”.
Everlux Maritime provides photoluminescent Low Location Lighting components and systems, as well as the service that allows compliance with their evaluation requirements set in paragraph (g).
This Red Ensign Yacht Code requirement applies to “pleasure yachts of any size, in private use or engaged in trade, which carry more than 12 but not more than 36 passengers and which do not carry cargo”.
The path to safety!
The Everlux Low Location Lighting (LLL) system is a unique system that allows all evacuation routes to stay illuminated, thereby communicating a clear, continuous and unambiguous “means of escape” message that leads to a safe place.
The LLL system provides consistent and regular information throughout the complete escape route. This reduces possible confusion and panic, factors that hamper the safe egress from occupied areas. In terms of safety signage installed onboard, the scope of the Red Ensign mark of conformity is established by MSN 1874 (Annex 1) and includes Low-location lighting (LLL) components including escape route and fire-fighting equipment location signs. This is the same scope as the Marine Equipment Directive (MED). As a result, the Everlux safety signs and low-location lighting components that are within this certification now feature the “Red Ensign” mark of conformity in addition to the already existing MED Wheelmark.
According to the IMO Resolution A.752 (18), Low Location Lighting systems should be visually inspected and checked once a week by the crew and a record should be kept. In addition, at least once every 5 years, all Low Location Lighting must have its luminance measured by an Approved Service Supplier.
As a leading provider in the maritime industry, Everlux Maritime has the experience and the approval as Service Supplier by DNV for providing Low Location Lighting solutions and Measurement services that comply with regulatory standards. Inspection and measurement of Low Location Lighting systems is a mandatory requirement, in order to verify the compliance of these systems with international regulations and to ensure that luminance levels meet the required standards and remain visible in emergency conditions.
Onboard luminance service
This inspection and measurement service provided by Everlux is carried out using specialised and certified equipment ensuring accurate and reliable readings. It guarantees that the measurements accurately reflect the lighting capabilities of the LLL system.
When preparing for the service, the Everlux qualified technicians will make a proposal on pre-determined set of measurement points, covering critical areas where the Low Location Lighting system is installed.
Upon completion of the survey, the collected data is analysed and compared to regulatory standards and requirements and a report is provided, highlighting compliance status, areas of concern, and recommended actions to improve the effectiveness of the system.
To learn more about Everlux Low Location Lighting System and Measurement service, visit and contact us: www.everluxmaritime.com
