Working electricians
Current goal→610/6121/9
Add the recognised regulation or specialist certificate.
Best-fit route1 Day + Exam● Next intake 10th August 2026
Level 3 Diploma
Electrical Installation.
For electricians and fire-safety installers who need the EAL Level 3 Emergency Lighting Systems Course for BS 5266 and BAFE SP203-4 work. EAL Level 3 Award approved.
Duration1 Day + Exam
Price£329
Awarding bodyEAL
Qualification610/6121/9
EAL Level 3 Award Accredited4.9 Star Reviews610/6121/9Cheshunt, Hertfordshire1 Day + Exam1,000+ Students Trained
Qualification route
Emergency Lighting (EAL Level 3 / BAFE SP203-4) - where it fits in your route.
Emergency Lighting (EAL Level 3 / BAFE SP203-4) is an additional course rather than a mandatory ECS Gold Card step. We can check how it fits your current qualifications and target work before you enrol.
- 1Foundations
Level 2 Diploma
FT6 wksPT14 wks
- 2Advanced
Level 3 Diploma
FT7 wksPT14 wks
- 3BS 7671
18th Edition
FT3 daysPT3 days
- 4Verification
2391-50
FT2 daysPT2 days
- 5Portfolio
NVQ Level 3
FT~12 mo with RPL · 2 yr maxPT~12 mo with RPL · 2 yr max
- 6Inspection
2391-51
FT3 daysPT3 days
- 7Practical
AM2 support
INCLUDED · Prep support
- 8
- Who it is forWho Emergency Lighting (EAL Level 3 / BAFE SP203-4)
Who Emergency Lighting (EAL Level 3 / BAFE SP203-4)
is designed for.
For electricians and fire-safety installers who need the EAL Level 3 Emergency Lighting Systems Course for BS 5266 and BAFE SP203-4 work. This 1-day Cheshunt course covers design, installation, maintenance and emergency lighting certification requirements.
Compliance teams
Current goal→610/6121/9
Keep records and competence current for site work.
Advisor checkedSelf-employed installers
Current goal→610/6121/9
Broaden services and win higher-value jobs.
Progression readyRefreshers
Current goal→610/6121/9
Update knowledge without joining a long programme.
Flexible pathway● Requirements
Clear entry. Clear outcome.
- Be aged 16 or over (18+ to sign certificates)
- Prior electrical qualifications or relevant practical experience
- Upcoming intakes
Reserve your place. Short-course spaces are limited.
Book a free consultation and we will map the shortest route from where you are today to the right qualification.
10Aug 2026
Full-Time
Tutor-led route - 1 Day + Exam
Don't see a date that works? - we run closed groups for teams of 4+.
- Course syllabusInside Emergency Lighting (EAL Level 3 / BAFE SP203-4). Every
Inside Emergency Lighting (EAL Level 3 / BAFE SP203-4). Every
unit mapped clearly.
Book a free consultation and we will map the shortest route from where you are today to the right qualification.
● 1 Day + Exam
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Emergency Lighting System Design
Purpose, legal responsibilities, illuminance levels, spacing, emergency duration, and system types.
EmergencyLightingSystem
Installation & Commissioning
Wiring systems, circuit arrangements, control devices, commissioning processes, and certification.
CommissioningWiringsystems
Inspection & Maintenance
Monthly, annual, and duration testing. Record keeping and fault reporting procedures.
InspectionMaintenanceMonthly
EAL Level 3 Award (Qualification Number: 610/6121/9)
EAL Level 3 Award (Qualification Number: 610/6121/9). This is included as part of the course delivery.
EALLevelAward
Covers BS 5266-1, BS EN 1838, and BS EN 50172
Covers BS 5266-1, BS EN 1838, and BS EN 50172. This is included as part of the course delivery.
Covers52661838
5Core areas
1 Day + ExamCourse length
1Assessments
- AssessmentHow Emergency Lighting (EAL Level 3 / BAFE
How Emergency Lighting (EAL Level 3 / BAFE
SP203-4) is assessed.
Book a free consultation and we will map the shortest route from where you are today to the right qualification.
Assessment details
1 Day + ExamEAL Level 3 Award
The assessment method, permitted materials and pass requirements are confirmed before booking.
- Assessment route confirmed before booking
- Mock support and resit options explained
Route comparison
Choosing Your Route
Compare delivery, recognition, practical training, assessment and route outcomes before choosing Emergency Lighting (EAL Level 3 / BAFE SP203-4).
| What to compare | Emergency Lighting (EAL Level 3 / BAFE SP203-4) | Fire Alarm & Emergency Lighting (EAL Level 3 Triple Award)Recommended | Domestic & Commercial Fire Alarm (EAL Level 3) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BS 5266-1 / BAFE SP203-4 | Included | Included | Not included |
| BS 5839-1 (commercial fire) | Not included | Included | Included |
| BS 5839-6 (domestic fire) | Not included | Included | Included |
| BAFE SP203-1 competency | Not included | Included | Included |
| BAFE DS301 competency | Not included | Included | Included |
| Duration | 1 Day | 5 Days | 4 Days |
| Price | £329 | £1,427 | £1,098 |
- Successful Students
What Our Students Say
Hear directly from learners who used Learn Trade Skills to progress their electrical training route.
*****Paul S.
PS5.0 RatingEmergency Lighting (EAL Level 3 / BAFE SP203-4)
Concise and informative. Covered everything I needed for emergency lighting design and certification - the BS EN 1838 luminance section made the difference on a tricky retail commission the following week.
*****Yusuf C.
YC5.0 RatingEmergency Lighting (EAL Level 3 / BAFE SP203-4)
Done in a day, with the exam. Already SP203-1 registered for fire alarms - adding SP203-4 was the missing piece for our commercial fire safety contracts. Tutor was clear on BS 5266-1 design rules.
*****Michael R.
MR5.0 RatingDomestic Installer Package
Left the office, joined the trade. Seven weeks in Cheshunt, first paid job the following Monday.
- Next stepNext steps after Emergency Lighting (EAL Level 3
Next steps after Emergency Lighting (EAL Level 3
/ BAFE SP203-4).
Book a free consultation and we will map the shortest route from where you are today to the right qualification.
- Frequently AskedEverything you need
Everything you need
to know, upfront.
What is BAFE SP203-4 and why does it matter?+
BAFE SP203-4 is the third-party certification scheme for the design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of emergency lighting systems. BAFE-SP203-4-registered firms demonstrate competence to insurers, fire-risk assessors, and most commercial clients. To register your firm under SP203-4 your engineers need the EAL Level 3 Award covered by this course - it is the recognised competency route.
What standards does the course cover?+
The course covers BS 5266-1:2016 (UK Code of Practice for emergency lighting), BS EN 1838:2024 (lighting applications - emergency lighting, the European luminance standard), and BS EN 50172:2024 (emergency escape lighting systems - testing and maintenance). Together these set the design rules (illuminance levels, escape route widths, anti-panic areas, high-risk task lighting), installation requirements, and ongoing test schedules.
Who can sign emergency lighting certificates?+
BS 5266-1 requires emergency lighting commissioning and periodic test certificates to be signed by a competent person aged 18 or over. The EAL Level 3 Award is the standard evidence of competence for these signatures - and is what BAFE SP203-4 firms expect of their engineers. You can attend the course at 16+, but you must be 18+ to sign certificates.
What does the 1-day course cover?+
System design fundamentals (purpose, statutory drivers, illuminance levels, emergency duration: 1h / 2h / 3h, escape route vs anti-panic vs high-risk lighting, BS EN 1838 luminance requirements), installation and commissioning (wiring systems, central battery vs self-contained, addressable vs maintained vs non-maintained), inspection and maintenance schedules (monthly function test, annual full-duration discharge test), and certification documentation. EAL Level 3 Award exam at end of day.
Do I need to be a qualified electrician?+
Recommended but not formally required. The course assumes basic electrical knowledge (mains wiring, 230V AC, basic test instruments). Most attendees are practising electricians or fire-safety installers moving into emergency lighting work. If you are completely new to electrical work, take the Level 2 2365 Diploma first.
How does emergency lighting differ from regular lighting?+
Emergency lighting is automatic luminaires that energise on mains failure to illuminate escape routes, anti-panic open areas, and high-risk task areas - keeping people safe during evacuation. Unlike regular lighting, it has a battery backup (typically 1-3 hours), is required by Fire Safety Order 2005 and Building Regulations, and must be tested monthly per BS EN 50172. Periodic inspection findings drive a separate certificate.
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£329