Hardly any work environment changes as rapidly as a construction site. With each phase of construction, the lighting requirements evolve as well. In Austria, the Construction Workers Protection Ordinance (BauV), the Employee Protection Act (ASchG), the Workplace Ordinance (AStV), and the ÖNORM EN 12464 standard define clear requirements – ranging from minimum illuminance levels at the workplace to emergency lighting for escape routes.
Schrack Technik offers modern LED luminaires that combine the highest lighting quality with quick installation, flexible relocation, and low operating costs. With our lighting solutions, we provide proven answers for every area of a construction site – from structural work to traffic routes.
Discover our comprehensive range for:
Browse our online shop or request our free brochure and discover all the right products for your construction project!
During interior construction, multiple trades often work simultaneously in confined spaces: window openings are still covered, and ceilings are filled with cables. In such conditions, artificial lighting determines whether drywall installers can apply filler cleanly, installers can cut threads precisely, and electricians can clearly distinguish wire colors.
LED Mamba luminaires have been specifically developed for these scenarios. They combine a wide, uniform light distribution with tool-free quick installation using S-hooks or clips, and a robust, impact-resistant design that withstands the harsh conditions of construction sites.
Thanks to its compact dimensions, the LED Mamba fits even where there is very limited space between the raw ceiling and scaffolding levels. In the next construction phase, it can be dismantled and reinstalled in a new position within minutes – without special tools and without time loss. This ensures that lighting remains flexible, even as the construction site changes daily.
Early morning in the fog, late evening at dusk – anyone working outdoors needs lighting that is unaffected by the weather. The Construction Workers Protection Ordinance (BauV) stipulates that workplaces and traffic routes on construction sites must be adequately illuminated at all times. In outdoor areas, this means luminaires with at least IP65 protection against water jets and construction dust.
Here too, the LED Mamba proves its value: it can be dismantled and reinstalled without tools, while wide-beam optics prevent dark gaps between work equipment and storage areas.
The real challenge outdoors lies in the constant change: earthworks shift traffic routes, crane areas move, and material storage zones expand and contract. Lighting has to keep up with this rhythm without requiring an electrician every time. Its impact-resistant design also withstands occasional contact with formwork boards or construction equipment.
Workplaces at great heights are classified by the Construction Workers Protection Ordinance (BauV) as tasks with particular risk. An edge disappearing into shadow or a hand signal lost in backlight – on scaffolding and in crane areas, limited visibility can have immediate consequences. When illuminating from above, one basic principle applies: light from at least two directions to break up harsh shadows within the work area.
On scaffolding itself, side-mounted luminaires along access routes and platforms ensure the necessary sure-footedness. Schrack Technik offers weatherproof LED floodlights with symmetrical or asymmetrical beam distribution and fall protection – ideal for use high above the construction site. Complemented by powerful LED floodlights with 50 to 200 W and IP65 protection, even large areas can be reliably illuminated.
Below ground level, there is no natural light – every lux must be generated artificially. In addition, there are extreme environmental conditions: seepage water, aggressive concrete dust, confined cross-sections, and vibrations from tunnel excavators and drilling equipment.
Luminaires with protection ratings of at least IP65 and impact resistance of at least IK08 are essential. Equally critical is a color rendering index above CRI 70, ensuring that high-visibility vests, barrier tapes, and safety signs can be clearly recognized even under artificial lighting.
Product series such as DEVO PRO and highly protected moisture-proof luminaires from Schrack Technik ensure safe visibility conditions even in narrow cross-sections.
Good lighting in storage areas speeds up every task, prevents picking errors, and reduces damage during loading and unloading. In practice, even a slight increase in lighting can make a significant difference. The LIGNE-S II trunking system from Schrack Technik is ideally suited for such applications: thanks to its dimmable design, lighting levels can be flexibly and energy-efficiently adjusted to actual needs.
This saves energy and extends the lifespan of the luminaires. Its modular design adapts to changing shelving layouts and varying container sizes without requiring a complete reinstallation. This ensures that lighting remains efficient, even when storage conditions change multiple times throughout the construction project.
What may appear temporary must meet the same legal standards as a permanent office building. Luminaires from the NOVIA and LANO series reliably meet these requirements: they combine neutral white light, high luminous efficacy with low energy consumption, and DALI-compatible controls for individual adjustment based on time of day and activity.
Whether installed as recessed panels in container ceilings or as space-saving surface-mounted solutions, every workstation receives the lighting it deserves according to regulations. This helps prevent headaches and concentration issues within the team and ensures you are well prepared for the next inspection by the labour inspectorate.
The Construction Workers Protection Ordinance (BauV) requires employers with more than ten employees to provide dedicated break rooms on construction sites used over longer periods. What is often underestimated: lighting has a significant impact on whether employees can truly recover. Warmer light colors around 3,000 K, reduced ambient brightness, and dimming options make a noticeable difference.
Luminaires such as NOVIA and SEGON Basic deliver exactly these features – combined with a design that withstands the demanding conditions of everyday construction work. Dimmable options create a space that feels distinctly different from the work environment, allowing your team to return refreshed and re-energized.
Sanitary facilities on construction sites are subject to specific conditions: high humidity, temperature fluctuations, and intensive use. The Construction Workers Protection Ordinance (BauV) requires that washrooms on sites with more than ten employees must be “adequately lit and ventilated.”
Luminaires such as SEGON ECO, [products below], are designed for continuous use under these conditions: protection ratings up to IP66 keep out splashing water and steam, while the sealed design prevents dust from reaching the electronics in the first place.
Good color rendering (CRI > 80) ensures natural light even in changing areas. And because nothing on a construction site stays the same for long: each of these luminaires can be easily relocated when needed – with minimal installation effort.
On hardly any construction site do escape routes remain unchanged for more than a few weeks: stairwells are not yet accessible, ceiling openings appear and disappear again. Nevertheless, it must always be clear where to go in case of an emergency. The Employee Protection Act (ASchG, §§20, 21) requires clearly visible escape routes that are secured by dedicated emergency lighting in the event of a power failure.
Modern emergency luminaires such as KARO LED, LINDA LED, DEVO PRO, KWI, PM, PX, or K5 combine reliable technology with flexible installation.
Whether recessed, surface-mounted, or wall-mounted – these systems can be relocated at every stage of construction. Self-contained battery solutions operate independently of the site power supply, while central battery systems are suitable for larger projects with centralized monitoring. In both cases, the same applies: energy-efficient, low-maintenance, and reliable even after months of continuous construction site use.
A wheel loader turns the corner while workers use the same route on foot – such crossing points are among the most accident-prone areas on any construction site. The Construction Workers Protection Ordinance (BauV, §6) requires that traffic routes be designed and illuminated in a way that allows people to use them safely.
With LED Mamba luminaires, LED floodlights, and bollard and standing luminaires from the POLIS range, access roads, loading zones, and temporary pedestrian entrances can be clearly separated from one another.
Optional motion sensors increase safety and reduce energy consumption during quieter periods. Neutral to warm white light supports the natural perception of distances and obstacles. A proven planning principle: in crossing zones, noticeably increase the illuminance compared to the surrounding area or use a different light color to visually highlight the zone.
