041 Illumination of Means of Egress
041.01 Scope
041.02 Definitions Applicable to this Section
041.03 General Requirements

041. ILLUMINATION OF MEANS OF EGRESS. (7-1-97)

01. Scope: Every facility, building, structure, or portion thereof shall be provided with exit illumination as required by this section. Where there is a conflict between a general requirement and a specific requirement for an individual occupancy, the specific requirement shall be applicable. (7-1-97)

02. Definitions. For other definitions of terms used in this Section, see sub-section 010 of this standard. (7-1-97)

03. General Requirements: (7-1-97)

a. Illumination of means of egress shall be provided in accordance with this section for every facility, building, and structure. (7-1-97)

b. Exits shall be illuminated at any time that the facility, building, or structure is occupied with light having an intensity of not less than one (1) foot-candle at the floor/walking surface level. EXCEPTIONS: Within individual dwelling units, guest rooms, and sleeping rooms. In auditoriums, theaters, concert or opera halls, and similar assembly uses, the illumination at floor/walking level may be reduced during the performances to not less than zero point two (0.2)-foot-candle. (7-1-97)

c. Any required illumination shall be so arranged that the failure of any single lighting unit, such as the burning out of an electric bulb, will not leave any area in darkness. (7-1-97)