Emergency Light Testing & Certification Across BC
BC Building Code requires tested, certified emergency lighting in all commercial occupancies. AW Fireguard provides complete inspection, testing, and certification services.
- Code Required BC Building Code mandates 90-minute battery backup emergency lighting in all commercial occupancies.
- Full Certification We provide signed documentation and test tags after every inspection — ready for your fire safety binder.
- Bulb & Battery Service We supply and replace failed bulbs and batteries on the spot, minimizing callbacks and downtime.
Complete Emergency Lighting Solutions
Emergency lighting is required by BC Building Code in all commercial and multi-unit residential occupancies. AW Fireguard performs the mandatory 90-minute duration test, inspects all emergency exit signs, replaces failed bulbs and batteries on the spot, and provides signed certification documentation for your fire safety records.
Why Property Managers Choose AW Fireguard
- Code Required: BC Building Code mandates 90-minute battery backup emergency lighting in all commercial occupancies.
- Full Certification: We provide signed documentation and test tags after every inspection — ready for your fire safety binder.
- Bulb & Battery Service: We supply and replace failed bulbs and batteries on the spot, minimizing callbacks and downtime.
- Reminder Signs: We install NFPA 101 compliant monthly test reminder signs for your maintenance staff.
Our Emergency Light Testing
- Annual 90-Minute Duration Testing
- Monthly Functional Test Signs
- LED Bulb Replacement
- Battery Replacement & Disposal
- Exit Sign Inspection & Certification
How It Works
AW Fireguard provides fast, honest, direct service for your fire protection needs on-site. From initial assessment to certification, we handle it all.
01.
Request a Quote
Call or submit online. We'll confirm your booking and match you with a certified technician in your area.
02.
Site Assessment
Your technician arrives on schedule, reviews your property layout, and identifies all service requirements.
03.
Service
On-site inspection, testing, and servicing. All work meets BC Fire Code and Transport Canada standards.
04.
Ongoing Support
We document every service and remind you when your next inspection is due. Emergency support is always available.
Industries We Serve Across Metro Vancouver
At AW Fireguard, we understand that stakeholders require careful planning and consensus. That is why we provide clear communication, detailed proposals, and delivery projections to help ownership make informed decisions.
Emergency Light Testing FAQs
Common questions about our services so that actual inquiries can focus on your location, type of property, timeline, and quotation options.
How often do fire extinguishers need to be inspected in BC?
Under BC Fire Code and NFPA 10, fire extinguishers must be inspected annually by a certified technician. A full internal inspection is required every 6 years, and hydrostatic testing every 12 years.
What is ASTTBC certification and why does it matter?
ASTTBC certifies fire protection technicians to provincial standards. All AW Fireguard technicians are ASTTBC-certified. Your inspections are legally defensible and meet BC Fire Code requirements.
Can I inspect my own fire extinguishers?
No. BC Fire Code requires that fire extinguishers in commercial, industrial, and multi-family buildings be inspected and tagged by a certified fire protection technician.
What happens during an annual fire extinguisher inspection?
Our technician checks the pressure gauge, inspects the cylinder for damage, verifies the pull pin and tamper seal, confirms the label is legible, checks mounting hardware, and records all findings. A dated inspection tag is affixed.
How long does a typical service call take?
For a standard commercial property with 10–20 extinguishers, our technician typically completes the inspection and any required recharging within 1–2 hours, minimising disruption to your operations.
Do strata buildings require individual unit fire inspections?
Yes. BC Fire Code requires annual inspection of all life-safety equipment in multi-family buildings, including suites. AW Fireguard coordinates with strata managers to minimise disruption to residents.
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