What is BS 5489‑1 about?
BS 5489-1 is the first part of a multi-series standard. BS 5489‑1:2020 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 for?
BS 5489‑1 on design of road lighting is applicable to:
- City planning and development authorities
- Manufacturers, suppliers and designers of road lighting parts and equipment
- Civil and electrical engineers
- Architects
Note: BS 5489‑1 does not include the lighting of vehicular tunnels and underpasses.
Why should you use BS 5489‑1?
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 provides 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.
BS 5489‑1 gives recommendations for lighting to minimize the possibility of the lighting interfering in aerodromes, railways, coastal waters, harbours, and navigable waterways.
Complying your design of road lighting with best practices guidance from BS 5489‑1 ensures the safety of individuals from accidents and mishaps.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS 5489‑1:2020 supersedes BS 5489‑1:2013, BS 5489‑1:2020 provides new guidance for lighting design when located within a smart city environment or when co-related with electric vehicles (EV) charging points.
