Luminaires – Part 5: Particular Requirements Section 8 Luminaires for Emergency Lighting
LED Luminaires for Emergency Lighting – IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 8):2013
Strategic Recommendations for LED Luminaires for Emergency Lighting – IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 8):2013
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Audit LED emergency luminaires against IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 8):2013 safety and performance requirements – electrical safety, fire hazard resistance, mechanical durability, battery backup reliability, and BIS marking obligations.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | LED Luminaires for Emergency Lighting |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 8):2013 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Luminaires – Part 5: Particular Requirements – Section 8 Luminaires for Emergency Lighting |
| Quality Control Order | Electronics and Information Technology Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2012 (and CRS Order, 2021) under the BIS Act, 2016 |
| Notification & Amendments |
- S.O. 2742(E), dated 17th August 2017 (addition of emergency lighting luminaires), - S.O. 1248(E), dated 18th March 2021 (CRS Order 2021, superseding 2012 Order), - S.O. 1353(E), dated 25th March 2021 (corrigendum to CRS 2021), - S.O. 2844(E), dated 1st July 2021 (deferred application, customs labelling, HSE exemptions) |
| Final Enforcement Date | CRS 2017 → 17th February 2018 (six months after notification), CRS 2021 → 18th September 2021 (six months after notification) |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure electrical safety, fire resistance, reliable operation during emergencies, and protection against electric shock/overheating for LED emergency luminaires. Prevents unsafe or sub-standard emergency lighting from being used in critical applications. |
| Products Covered | LED luminaires are designed specifically for emergency lighting applications, including battery-backed exit signs, corridor lighting, and emergency exit pathways. |
| Exemptions |
- Products manufactured exclusively for export, - Samples imported for R&D, testing, or demonstration (to be scrapped/exported later), - Highly Specialised Equipment (HSE) exempt under CRS 2021 |
| Industries Impacted |
- Emergency lighting manufacturers & assemblers, - Importers of emergency lighting products, - OEM/ODM suppliers, - Retailers, e-commerce sellers, - Building management and safety service providers |
| Mandatory Compliance |
- Must conform to IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 8):2013, - BIS CRS Registration mandatory, - Products must bear marking: “Self declaration – Conforming to IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 8):2013 – (Unique Registration No.)” |
| Testing Parameters |
- Electrical safety,
- Protection against electric shock, - Fire hazard resistance, - Battery backup performance, - Reliability during emergency operation, - Mechanical durability |
| Certification & Enforcement Authority | Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the certification authority. Enforcement assisted by MeitY and local District Industries Centres (DICs). |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | Non-compliance may lead to cancellation of registration, seizure of stock, fines, and imprisonment up to 2 years, or both, under the BIS Act, 2016. |
| Conclusion | All LED luminaires for emergency lighting sold, imported, or manufactured in India must be BIS-certified under IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 8):2013 to ensure safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance. |
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Notification
LED luminaires for emergency lighting were notified under the Electronics and Information Technology Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2012 via S.O. 2742(E), dated 17th August 2017. The enforcement date was effective six months later, from 17th February 2018. The product has since been re-notified under the Electronics and IT Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2021 (S.O. 1248(E), dated 18th March 2021) with effect from 18th September 2021, with further amendments issued in March and July 2021.
Overview
LED emergency luminaires are critical safety devices used in buildings, corridors, and exit pathways. The applicable standard IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 8):2013 ensures electrical safety, fire hazard resistance, mechanical durability, and reliable operation during emergencies, protecting occupants and preventing unsafe products from being installed.
Objective & Scope
The regulation aims to eliminate unsafe emergency lighting products, mandate BIS certification, and ensure that all luminaires in the Indian market operate safely during emergency conditions.
Products Covered
All LED luminaires are designed for emergency lighting applications, including battery-backed exit signs, corridor lighting, and emergency pathways.
Exemptions Provided
- Goods exclusively manufactured for export,
- Items imported for demo/R&D/testing purposes (later scrapped/exported),
- Highly Specialised Equipment (HSE) is exempted under CRS 2021.
Industries Impacted
The regulation directly impacts manufacturers, importers, OEMs, ODMs, retailers, e-commerce sellers, and building management/safety service providers.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
Every LED emergency luminaire sold, imported, or manufactured in India must:
- Conform to IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 8):2013,
- Obtain BIS CRS Registration,
- Carry the prescribed BIS self-declaration mark.
Enforcement Timeline
CRS 2017 → Effective 17th February 2018,
CRS 2021 → Applicable from 18th September 2021.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
Enforced under the BIS Act, 2016. Violations attract penalties including seizure, suspension of license, fines, and imprisonment up to 2 years.
Conclusion
From 17th February 2018, reinforced under CRS 2021, all LED luminaires for emergency lighting in India must be BIS-certified under IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 8):2013. This ensures user safety, operational reliability during emergencies, and strict regulatory compliance
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