What is BS 5489-1-Lighting of roads and public amenity areas about?
BS 5489-1 is the first part of a multi-series standard on code of practice for the design of road lighting.
BS 5489‑1 gives the general principles of road lighting and public amenity areas and its aesthetic and technical aspects as well as provide guidelines on operation and maintenance.
Who is BS 5489-1- Lighting of roads and public amenity areas for?
BS 5489-1 on the design of road lighting is relevant to:
- City planning and development authorities
- Civil and electrical engineers
- Architects
- Electrical and mechanical engineers
- Lighting engineers and manufacturers
- Surveyors, road construction planners
- Town planners and local government authorities
Why should you use BS 5489-1- Lighting of roads and public amenity areas?
All around the world, road lighting systems are an important aspect of road and highway safety infrastructure.
BS 5489-1 provides specific guidance on selecting lighting classes that can help design more energy efficient road lighting schemes. It gives the most up-to-date recommendations for general principles of road lighting including aesthetic, technical aspects, operation and maintenance.
BS 5489-1 considers the design of lighting for all types of highways, public thoroughfares, pedestrian and cyclists’ subways as well as bridges. It also covers the design of lighting for urban centres and public amenity areas, aerodromes, railways, coastal waters, harbours and navigable waterways.
BS 5489‑1 assist designers of lighting systems to promote a wider understanding of the lighting of roads and public amenity areas and gives guidance on appropriate design decisions.
BS 5489‑1 contributes to an illuminated environment for the quick movement of vehicles and assist traffic safety for all urban residents including pedestrians, cyclists, tourists.
BS 5489‑1 provides a perfect visual sensation and safety margin in terms of distance, vehicle visibility and motorist workload, thus reducing uncertainty.
BS 5489‑1 gives suggestions for reducing energy use and decreasing environmental effects.
Complying with design of road lighting with best practices guidance by BS 5489‑1 ensures the safety of individuals from accidents and mishaps.
You can view the latest version of this standard here.