High and Low Level Exit Signs – Photoluminescent [PL] Type 

NOTICE: For complete specification, email: moconnell@activesafety.com  Section 10 14 19 Signage or Section 26 53 [** **] Lighting – Exit Signs [Section 16 in MF1997] Note to Spec Writer: “[** **]”  indicates decision on part of Spec Writer

PART 1 GENERAL 

1.1 DESCRIPTION

To the greatest extent possible, in order to install products with minimal environmental impact, this project will use non-plastic photo-luminescent type exit signs in both high and low locations.  Plastic exit signs [photo-luminescent or otherwise] have adverse environmental consequences and should be avoided.  In those areas where photo-luminescent exit signs can not be used, non-plastic LED type exit signs will be used.    Radioactive tritium exit signs are expressly prohibited.  Photo-luminescent exit signs are charged from nearby artificial lighting sources and therefore the facility lighting plan must be designed, installed and tested to properly illuminate the PL exit signs.  This Section specifies the engineering, procurement, installation and testing of photo-luminescent [PL] exit signage for high and low level applications inside rooms, hallways, corridors, lobbies, parking garages and other areas. 

1.2 RELATED WORK

1. Section 26 51 13 [** **] Interior Lighting Fixtures, Lamps and Ballasts.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1. All designs and products supplied shall comply with the following:

1.       NFPA 101: National Fire Protection Association Life Safety Code, Latest Edition

2.       UL 924: Underwriters Laboratories’ Standard for Emergency Lighting and Power Equipment.

3.       State and Local Building and Fire Codes 

4.       Requirements of local AHJ’s “Authorities having Jurisdiction”. 

B. Designs, products and installation shall be covered by GUARANTY, in Section 01 001, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

1. Samples.  Submit a full size sample of each PL exit sign type, style and color to be furnished. Include samples of attachment methods.  If accepted, samples may be installed in project.

2. Data Sheets. Supply the Manufacturer’s technical data sheets for each PL exit sign type to be furnished.  This information will include the Manufacturer’s UL924 listing documentation.

3. Manufacturer’s Instructions. Submit Manufacturer’s installation, operation and maintenance instructions for each PL exit sign type to be furnished. 

4. Installation Drawings, Schedule and Details. Submit Installation Drawings and Schedules for each PL exit sign type indicating where in the building the PL exit signs will be placed and typical elevation and installation details for PL sign placement at doors, walls and other locations.

1.5 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS 

1. Publications listed below (including amendments, addenda, revisions, supplements, and errata) where applicable to PL exit signage, form a part of this specification.

1. NFPA 101 Life Safety Code

2. Underwriter’s Laboratories Standard 924: Emergency Lighting and Power Equipment

3. [** State and Local Codes **] 

PART 2  PRODUCTS 

2.1 HIGH LEVEL PHOTO-LUMINESCENT EXIT SIGNS 

1. Manufacturer.  Subject to compliance with specified requirements, supply products from the following company or as approved in accordance with Section 01, General Requirements for Substitutions:

1. Active Safety Corporation – Series 2002 

2. Sign Viewing Distance.  Supply signs with a viewing distance of 75 feet or more.