South Africa's proven path to PAR compliance
We run your emergency-lighting
compliance — from scope to SOW.
From first enquiry to certified hand-over and beyond — one team, one accountability, one compliant building.
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SABS Compliant
Independently certified
Reliable performance
Self-test diagnostics
Easy installation
Commercial-spec fittings
Peace of mind
5-year warranty
Duty of care
Are your employees and customers safe if the lights go out?
Emergency lighting is what gets people out of a building safely — and from 6 September 2026 the Physical Agents Regulations make it a legal requirement too. A full cycle runs 6–12 weeks; start with a free walkthrough.
Physical Agents Regulations
remaining
until 6 September 2026
What it involves — typically 6–12 weeks
- 1
HSE gap analysis
Wk 1
Free on-site walkthrough, compliance-graded.
- 2
Design
Wk 2–3
Photometric study and bill of quantities.
- 3
Specify
Wk 4
SANS 1464-22 certified luminaires only.
- 4
Install
Wk 5–10
Approved installer in your region.
- 5
Certify
Wk 11–12
Test certificate, logbook, peace of mind.
Compliance insights
Latest from GELS
Plain-language guidance on getting your building ready — no jargon, no scare tactics.
- Interactive
Emergency escape-route lighting: the 9-point check
A caring employer’s 90-second walk-through of where emergency lighting is legally required — tick off your building against all nine checkpoints.
24 Jul 20264 min Partnering with experts for peace of mind
Emergency lighting demands expert attention. Here’s how GELS takes the whole job — assessment, install and testing — off your desk.
23 Jul 20263 minThe Physical Agents Regulations, in plain English
From 6 September 2026 emergency lighting becomes law. What the regulations actually ask of your building — without the jargon.
22 Jul 20264 min
Who we serve
Six PAR audiences.
One compliance pathway.
If the OHS Act applies to your workplace, the Physical Agents Regulations apply to your emergency lighting. Tell us who you are — we'll route you straight to the right next step.
Building owners & landlords
Director liability under PAR
Facilities & H&S managers
Quarterly logbook + gap analysis support
Architects & specifiers
SANS 1464-22 datasheets + IES files
Consulting engineers
Structural, electrical + mechanical
Government & public sector
Tender-ready compliance evidence
Mining & industrial
IP65 + 1-hour battery duty cycle
Not sure where you sit?
The 5-step check grades any building in 90 seconds.
Transformation credential
Genstar Lighting is a B-BBEE Level 2 contributor.
125% procurement recognition on every rand spent with us — counts directly toward your scorecard on government, parastatal and corporate tenders.
Certificate available on request · Verified Genstar Lighting (Pty) Ltd
Excellent luminance
Quality design ensures maximum luminance while reducing glare, external light reflection and unevenness.
LiFePO4 batteries
All GELS exit signs use environmentally-friendly Lithium iron phosphate batteries with maximum charging efficiency.
ISO 7010 decals
Decals are included and can be mounted on both sides. Available separately as accessories.
Range
SANS-certified emergency luminaires.
Self-test exit signs, anti-panic bulkheads, and the Lynk wireless gateway for fleet monitoring. Trade pricing on application.
Why GELS
Compliance-grade.
Priced direct.
Every luminaire ships with SANS 1464-22 certification, a LiFePO₄ battery rated to outlast the building, and the photometric data your specifier needs to sign off.
7
Self-test certified
9+
Independently audited
- SANS
- IEC
- EN
- ISO
5 yr
LiFePO₄ maintenance-free
180 min
Standard duration
Sister brand
Need general LED lighting?
Genstar Lighting is our parent brand — wholesale LED for the South African trade. Downlights, panels, floodlights, solar, lamps and tubes at fixed reseller pricing.
Emergency lighting enquiry, designer support, or installation referral?
Same team, same number — cleo@genstarlighting.co.za / +27 11 321 0198