Exit Signs
Exit signs mark egress paths and are required by life-safety code in commercial and multi-occupancy buildings. Modern LED exit signs are energy-efficient and most include battery backup so the sign stays illuminated during a power loss. Rock Lighting & Electric stocks LED exit signs, combo exit/emergency units, and running-man pictogram signs...
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Frequently Asked Questions
What code requirements apply to exit signs?
Exit signs are governed by life-safety codes such as NFPA 101 and the International Building Code, and the fixtures are typically UL 924 listed. Requirements cover placement along egress paths, illumination, and emergency operation. Always confirm specifics with your local authority having jurisdiction.
Do exit signs need battery backup?
In most applications, yes. Code generally requires the exit sign to remain illuminated for at least 90 minutes during a power outage, which is why most LED exit signs include an integral battery, or are fed from an emergency circuit or central inverter.
What is a combo exit/emergency light?
A combination unit pairs an illuminated exit sign with emergency lighting heads in one fixture. On power loss the heads provide path-of-egress illumination while the sign stays lit, covering two code requirements with a single device.
What is the difference between red and green exit signs?
Both are widely used; color requirements vary by local code. Many jurisdictions accept either red or green, but some specify one — confirm with your AHJ before ordering. LED running-man pictogram signs are also common and are required in some areas.