1008.2.1 Illumination level under normal power.
BC § 1008.2.1
The means of egress illumination level shall be not less than 1 footcandle (11 lux) at the walking surface. Exceptions: 1. For auditoriums, theaters, concert or opera halls and similar assembly occupancies, the externally illuminated walking surface is permitted to be reduced during performances to not less than 0.5 footcandle (5.38 lux) for aisles and cross aisles, and 0.2 footcandle (2.15 lux) for other portions of the space, provided that the required illumination is automatically restored upon activation of a premise's fire alarm system where such system is provided.
2.Safe areas in assembly occupancies shall be illuminated in accordance with Section 1029.19.3.2.
3.Open exterior spaces used to receive occupants as Class 1 or 2 exits in assembly occupancies shall be illuminated in accordance with Section 1029.19.4.
4.In exits in buildings that contain existing photoluminescent exit path markings tested in laboratory conditions with 2 footcandles (22 lux) of activating illumination, the illumination level shall not be less than 2 footcandles (22 lux). Editor's note: For related unconsolidated provisions, see Appendix A at L.L. 2010/047.
