LIGHTING REGULATIONS

AND CODES
-DESIGN RESOURCES-
Presented by:
Leslie Davis, LC, IES, Assoc. IALD
Principal, Leslie Davis Lighting Design
leslie@ld-ld.com
September 6, 2012
Resources
The codes we have discussed today are Energy Codes and
Equipment Codes.
Now lets discuss how we can design to meet the quality and quantity
of light needed by the end user in a sustainable manner and meet
code requirements.
In this portion of the course we will:
Look at several resources available
Compare and determine what should be used if there are
inconsistencies
Importance of quality recommendations in additional to quantity
Horizontal illuminance vs. vertical illuminance when is vertical
illuminance important
Review applications that meet all the criteria
IES Handbook 10
th
Edition
Industry Recognized
Standard
10
th
Edition has a new
format
Organization of information
Framework
Design
Applications
Illuminance Selection
Procedure
Return to showing a range of
illuminance based on the age
of the occupants
IES Handbook 10
th
Edition
Organization of information
Framework
Part I Science of Lighting
Chapters 1-5
Part II Lighting Engineering
Chapter 9 Calculations
Design
Applications
Illuminance Selection Procedure
Return to range of illuminance based on
age of occupant
IES Handbook 10
th
Edition
Organization of information
Framework
Design
Added Design Process and
Sustainability
Reads like Textbook or Design
Guide
Part II Lighting Engineering
Ch 8
Part III Quality of Visual Env.
Ch 10
Part V Special Topics Ch 25-28
Applications
Illuminance Selection Procedure
Return to range of illuminance based on
age of occupant and importance of task
(check on time)
IES Handbook 10
th
Edition
New look: and layout
Organization of information
Framework
Design
Applications
Part IV Lighting Applications
Includes a User Guide before
the first topic
Now organized alphabetically
Separate chapter for Common
Applications applies to all
application chapters
Illuminance Selection Procedure
Return to range of illuminance based on
age of occupant and importance of task
(check on time)
IES Handbook
10
th
Edition
New format
Organization of
information
Framework
Design
Applications
Illuminance Selection
Procedure
Return to range of
illuminance based on
age of occupant
Finer breakdown
now 25 categories
IES Handbook 10
th
Edition
Recommended Illuminance targets - Chart is in lux
Previously Categories A,B,C
IES Handbook 10
th
Edition
Recommended Illuminance targets
Previously Categories D,E,F
IES Handbook 10
th
Edition
Recommended Illuminance targets
Previously Categories G and special conditions
May be accomplished with task lighting.
Applications Section Chapters
Used in todays presentation
Lighting for Common Tasks
Lighting for Offices
Lighting for Educational
Facilities
Lighting for Senior Living
(Aging Eye)
Lighting for Exteriors
All found in Applications;
Last 1/3 of Handbook
(Yellow Tabs)
Lighting for Offices
Resources
IES Handbook
ANSI/IES RP-01-04
Advanced Lighting
Guidelines (ALG)
ASHRAE/IES
Advanced Energy
Design Guide
CLTC Controls
Study
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IES HANDBOOK 10
TH
Ed.
Table 32.2
Lighting for Offices
IES DG-18-08
If the handbook is
not available use
this guide for
design criteria and
important factors
to consider
beyond horizontal
footcandles
Lighting for Offices
IES DG-18-08
NOTE: Old
categories
Lighting for Offices
Information
from
Advanced
Lighting
Guidelines
(ALG)
Now includes
models from
The Lighting
Consortium
Lighting for Offices
Information
from
New Buildings
Institute (NBI)
Daylight
Patterns
Daylighting
Guidelines
Free
Webinars
(www:advanced buildings.net)
Lighting for Offices
Typical Open Office Layouts each meets all criteria
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Courtesy of Peerless Lighting
Courtesy of Neoray
Lighting for Offices
Additional Resources:
ASHRAE/IES Advanced Energy
Design Guide for Small to
Medium Office Buildings
Not as stringent as T24 but
good information on regional
usage
30% savings version Free
download on www.iesna.org
California Lighting Technology
Center (CLTC)
Integrated Office Lighting
System (IOLS)
Lighting for Offices
IES Handbook Resource
Application Chapter 22 Lighting of Common Tasks
Corridors
Copy Room
Lobby
Waiting
Lighting for Educational Facilities
Information
from
IES
Handbook
10
th
Edition
Lighting for Educational Facilities
Information
from
IES
Handbook
10
th
Edition
Lighting for Educational Facilities
Information
from
RP-3-00
Reaffirmed 2006
Lighting for
Educational
Facilities
Additional
Resources:
Manufacturers
information
Classroom
lighting
solutions
including
controls
Lighting for Educational Facilities
Additional Resources
CHPS Collaborative for High Performance Schools
Lighting for Educational Facilities
Additional
Resources
ASHRAE/IES
Advanced
Energy
Design Guide
Excellent
Information on
usage and
recommendations
by Region based
on climate
Lighting for Health Care
RP-29-06 Lighting for
Hospitals and Health Care
Facilities
Criteria is for safety of
patients and staff
In California health care
facilities must meet OHSPD
requirements
Do not need to submit T24
Design for good practice
AEDG Guide for Large
Hospitals 50%
Lighting for Health Care
Important Topics
Circadian Cycles
Shift work health concerns recent
publication by AMA
Studies show NICU babies leave
intensive care 40% faster with
daylit rooms
Introduction of color changing solid
state lighting systems
Evidence based design
Center for Health Design-EDAC
Kaiser facility to build full size
mock-ups with staff review
Courtesy of Focal Point Lighting
Lighting for the Aging Eye
RP-28-07 Lighting and
the visual environment
for senior living
In 2030, 23% of the US
population will be 65 years
or older
Typical age of occupants
in assisted living is 80-85
years today
Lighting for the Aging Eye
Senior Living
Less light reaches the retina at age
70 only 1/3 of that for the 25 year old
Dark adaptation requires
increased time
Lighting for the Aging Eye
Senior Living
Color of light
Effects on yellowed lens
Effects on Dementia patients
Effects on Alzheimers
patients
Location of light fixtures
may need to be different
need to maintain a bright
and constant level of light
Daylight may help or harm
visibility shades or blinds
a must
Lighting Design is more
challenging than most
applications to meet all
needs
Visual impairment varies
but affects 19% over 70 &
much higher % in seniors
in assisted living centers
Loss of Contrast in visual
system
Lighting for the Aging Eye
Senior Living
How much is needed?
Images from RP-28-07 Lighting
and the visual environment for
senior living
Uniform, bright, contrast at
doorways
Lighting for the
Aging Eye
Senior Living
Resident Room-
30 fc all areas
Dining Active Hours
50 fc
Interior Entry
Day 100 fc
Night 10 fc
Hallways
Active hours 30 fc
Sleeping hours 10 fc
Lighting for the Aging Eye
Senior Living
How can we achieve the light levels and lighting quality
while meeting the energy codes?
ASHRAE/IES 90.1-2010 Exemption (9.22.3 G):
Lighting in spaces specifically designed for use by
occupants with special lighting needs including visual
impairment and other medical and age related issues
In CA OSHPD trumps Title 24 for Health Care applications
Title 24 allows 1.5 w/sf can be achieved using energy
efficient sources and light fixtures.
Lighting for Exteriors
Hardscape
IES Handbook 10
th
Edition
IES RP-33-99 Lighting for Exterior
Environments
IES DG-5-94 Lighting for Bikeways
and Pathways
(no longer included in IES
Library)
IES RP-08-00 (2005) Roadway
Lighting
IES Rp-22-11 Tunnel Lighting
Lighting for Exteriors
Hardscape reduced energy allowance 2013
Landscape exempt if criteria met. Use it or lose it
Outdoor Sales most disputed section by users and
stakeholders!
Faade Lighting think down not up for reduced light
pollution
Lighting for Exteriors
These definitions are used for illuminance, luminance, safety and trespass criteria
Lighting for Exteriors
Comparison of Recommendations Light Trespass
RP-33-99 IES Lighting Handbook 10
th
Edition
Zone Pre-curfew Post- curfew Lighting
Zone
Pre-curfew Post-curfew
Recommended Maximum
Illuminance Level in lux (fc)
Recommended Maximum
Illuminance Level in lux (fc)
LZ0 0.1 0
Zone E1 1 1 LZ1 1 0
Zone E2 3 1 LZ2 3 1
Zone E3 8 2 LZ3 8 3
Zone E4 15 6 LZ4 15 6
How to reconcile? USE THE LIGHTING HANDBOOK!
Lighting for Exteriors - IES Handbook 10
th
Edition
Lighting for Exteriors
IES DG-5-94 Recommended Lighting for Walkways and Class 1 Bikeways
Reasonable criteria to use as a starting point review handbook discussion
Lighting for Exteriors
Outside Sales
This was the most
controversial topic in the
development of exterior
energy codes and the
driving force.
Code issues how to reduce
luminance and light trespass
Location Lighting Zone and
nearby business
Luminance/Adaptation issues
Images from wikipedia
Lighting for Exteriors - More changes
Luminaire Classification from RP-33-99
FULL CUTOFF is best for
reducing light pollution
but CUTOFF may produce a more
energy efficient parking lot design
Lighting for Exteriors
Outdoor Parking
Photo courtesy of Lighting Analysts AGI3.2
Codes can be met with
traditional sources (metal
halide or HPS) or newer
(LED, plasma, electrodeless)
Most projects today consider
solid state lighting (SSL-
LED)
Caution potential of
increased glare if luminaire is
not well designed
LEDs are more directional
Shoebox is well developed
and potential is flashpoints
Lighting for Exteriors
Luminaire Classification
moving to BUG Rating
Currently specified in
CalGreen Codes
Model Lighting Ordinance
Lighting for Exteriors
Luminaire Classification moving to BUG Rating
Lighting Regulations and Codes
-Design Resources-
In summary, there are many resources available and industry standards
are important to review for information and legal protection :
IES Handbook 10
th
Edition the Latest
ANSI/IES Recommended Practices compare with handbook for
illuminance levels; criteria & needs should still be current Goal for
these is update every 5 years
IES Design Guides Additional information when an RP doesnt cover
the topic
ASHRAE/IES/AIA Standards and Design Guides on specific topics
that will address needs for all aspects of the building (AEDG 30% free
online; 50% now for purchase)
ALG Advanced Lighting Guidelines all online now for regular
content updates. Uses industry specialists for authors. Some
information is free; more detailed information requires subscription.
Other sources University research, State of California (PIER),
Utilities Studies, Lighting Manufacturer studies