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Document ID (ISN)54626
CIS number 90-1703
Year 1989
Convention or series no. IAPA S00884
Title Lighting in industry
Bibliographic information Industrial Accident Prevention Association, 31st Floor, 2 Bloor St. West, Toronto, Ontartio M4W 3N8, Canada, 1989. 6p.
Abstract This guidance note looks at hazards resulting from inadequate illumination and explains how correct lighting can be effective in decreasing errors and accidents and improving productivity. Factors to be considered in reducing light-related hazards include human factors, size and shape of area to be illuminated, maintenance and glare. Reference is made to a Canadian standard suggesting levels of illummination for industrial and office environments, and relevant Canadian legislation is quoted. Types of lighting design and light distribution patterns are also described.
Descriptors (primary) lighting; illumination design; Canada
Descriptors (secondary) illumination levels; safety training in industry; data sheet
Document type F - Information notes, codes of practice, standards
Country / State or ProvinceCanada
Subject(s) Lighting, colour and vision
Broad subject area(s) Physical hazards
Browse category(ies) Lighting and colour