Lighting is often overlooked in service station operations, yet it plays a critical role in safety, security, customer experience and even energy efficiency. Conducting a lighting audit is a simple but powerful step in identifying risks and opportunities that might otherwise go unnoticed.

A well-lit forecourt and store not only deters criminal activity but also makes your site feel safer and more welcoming to customers. Poor or uneven lighting can create dark zones that compromise security or cause hazards such as trips and falls. Inside the store, inadequate lighting can affect product visibility and presentation, impacting both sales and staff productivity.

A lighting audit assesses whether your lighting levels are consistent with recommended standards, especially in key areas like the fuel pumps, car parks, walkways, and back-of-house. It also helps you identify outdated or inefficient fixtures that could be costing you more than you realise. With LED technology now standard, many service station owners are surprised at how quickly they can recover the cost of an upgrade through lower energy bills.

Beyond cost savings, lighting upgrades may contribute to meeting environmental goals, improving your brand perception with customers and staff alike.

If your site has not undergone a lighting audit in recent years, it may be time to schedule one. A well-lit station is a safer, more appealing and more efficient business.

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