Light duty railway maintenance pits are specialised spaces requiring carefully designed lighting for safety, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.
Key Safety and Design Considerations
- Secure Access and Safe Movement: Lighting design in dry (light) rail maintenance pits must support safe access, allow clear movement under the train, and provide an effective emergency escape route.
- Impact Resistant Luminaires: Products designed for general industrial applications often lack the durability needed in rail maintenance pits. Our high-impact, vibration-resistant luminaires withstand mechanical stress, offering reliable, long-lasting performance in challenging conditions.
Optimised Light Output and Distribution
- Task Specific Illumination: To prevent eye strain and excessive brightness, we limit light output to 1000 lumens per 300 cm². This level promotes adequate visibility for detailed tasks and distributes light evenly to reduce shadows that could obscure tools or parts.
- Emergency Lighting: Reliable emergency lighting is essential for evacuation. Our luminaires effectively illuminate the pit floor, ensuring safe exit routes during unexpected situations.
Space Efficiency and Protection
- Low Profile Design: In the confined space of a maintenance pit, luminaires are designed to minimise injury risk from protruding fixtures and to prevent their use as steps. The design deflects falling tools, adding an extra layer of worker protection.
- Dust and Debris Resistance: High IP rated luminaires shield against dust and debris common in maintenance pits, reducing maintenance needs and ensuring longevity.
Smart Lighting and Energy Efficiency
- DALI-2 Control System Integration: To support energy efficiency, our luminaires can be connected to a DALI-2 control system. This system enables automated lighting adjustments based on occupancy and ambient light, ensuring compliance and future-proofing the facility.
Technical Support
According to BS EN 12464-1:2021 and RT/ENGP/06/22, specific standards apply to maintenance pits:
Illumination Levels: The pit floor must have an average illumination of 100 lux, with emergency lighting providing 1 lux along the center line for safe evacuation.
Vertical Surface Lighting: The top of the pit wall should be lit to an average of 350 lux for work on train wheel rear faces.
London Underground Requirements: For London Underground applications, 125 lux at 0.7 uniformity is required, measured at rail height in the center of the pit—even with a train overhead.
Our advanced lighting solutions meet these stringent standards, offering safety, durability, and efficiency tailored to the unique demands of rail maintenance environments.
For further lighting advice speak to our technical sales team on 020 8254 2022 or e-mail technicalsales@designplan.co.uk
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