Pr 402- Abu Dhabi Lighting Manual [verified] -

The PR 402 Abu Dhabi Lighting Design Manual (Version 3.0, July 2021) acts as the primary regulatory document for infrastructure lighting, focusing on energy efficiency and sustainability. It defines stringent standards for LED color temperature, durable materials, and specific lighting classes for roadways and tunnels to enhance safety and reduce power consumption. View the document for more information on the Scribd PR-402 lighting manual. 

Key Technical Mandates of PR 402

1. Lighting Zones (LZ)

The manual partitions Abu Dhabi into strict lighting zones, dictating allowable illuminance: pr 402- abu dhabi lighting manual

Interior lighting (commercial, residential, industrial)

• Estidama PBRS – Energy Efficiency (RPEI / BPEI) – interior lighting power density (LPD) limits.
• UAE IEC 60364 (low voltage electrical installations) – adopted locally.
• UAE.S 5010-1:2021 (Lighting of indoor workplaces) – health & safety.

4.2 Glare Control

• Maximum Threshold Increment (TI) for road lighting: TI ≤ 15% (for dry conditions).
• Luminaires with cut-off classification: Full Cut-off (FCO) for all public areas.

• Enhance public safety by reducing dark spots and glare.
• Reduce light trespass into residential windows and natural habitats.
• Cut energy consumption by up to 40% compared to old sodium systems.
• Support Estidama (Abu Dhabi’s sustainability framework) and Pearl Building Rating System.

PR 402: ABU DHABI LIGHTING MANUAL – DRAFT CONTENT

1. Purpose

The purpose of this manual is to establish the minimum mandatory requirements for the design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of all lighting systems within the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. This includes public realm, roadway, pedestrian, tunnel, and external building lighting. The PR 402 Abu Dhabi Lighting Design Manual (Version 3