The Floodlights have been blazing away at RH for the last hour. Is it a sign of a brighter future or has someone leant on the light switch by mistake?
This would be my guess
Floodlighting
Floodlights must be provided to an average lux in accordance with the requirements in the table below.
Readings shall be on a grid of 88 markings (8 across, 11 down) evenly spaced with the outside readings taken 2.5 metres inside from the touchline. The average of all the readings is taken to be the average illumination level in lux of the floodlighting installation.
The lux values must be tested every two years in accordance with current guidelines by an approved independent contractor. Floodlights must be retested after any significant alterations. Existing certification will be accepted provided that the test was carried out within the last two years unless work has been carried out at the ground which may have affected previous readings.
It is also recommended that, at the same time as testing the lights, clubs also test the electrical supply within the ground to ensure that the system complies with current electrical standards and also request a visual inspection of the columns for signs of corrosion, fatigue and overloading.
An example of an ‘approved’ contractor is one who possesses the NICEIC (National Inspection Council for Electrical Installation Contracting) Approved Contractors Award or ISO 9000/BS 5750 (International Standards/British Standards), or who is a member of the Electrical Contractors’ Association. Alternatively, it can be a contractor deemed acceptable by the league.
The contractor must, when detailing the lux values, give confirmation in writing of the date when the illumination test equipment used was last calibrated.
GRADE-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
GRADE 1
Floodlights must be provided to an average lux reading of at least 250. No single reading can be less than 100 lux and no single reading can be less than one quarter of the highest reading, to ensure an even spread of light.
When applying for a higher grading, the certificate should have been issued no more than six months prior to application.
GRADE 2
Floodlights must be provided to an average lux reading of at least 180. No single reading can be less than 100 lux and no single reading can be less than one quarter of the highest reading, to ensure an even spread of light.
When new or improved installations are being planned, the lighting procured must meet BS 12193 Class 2 and have an average lux reading of at least 200 with the capability of increasing to 250 if promoted to Step 1.
When applying for a higher grading, the certificate should have been issued no more than six months prior to application.
GRADE 3
GRADE 4
GRADE 5
Floodlights must be provided to an average lux reading of at least 120. No single reading can be less than one quarter of the highest reading, to ensure an even spread of light. When new or improved installations are being planned, the lighting procured must meet BS 12193 Class 2 and have an average lux reading of at least 200.
GRADE 6
GRADE 7
NEW BUILDS AND CONVERSIONS
Before installing new floodlights or upgrading existing floodlights, clubs are advised to consult with their Local Authority planning department. All new installations and upgrades must be LED floodlights.
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NATIONAL GROUND-GRADING CRITERIA
