Lighting for Seniors and the Visually Impaired Committee

Purpose

This Technical Committee researches and develops best practices for lighting in eldercare facilities and senior living environments.

Scope

Included subject matter: The scope emphasizes vision, comfort, and independence for populations with aging or low vision. It engages in activities such as outreach to senior care organizations, state and national regulatory agencies, and professional organizations involved in the development of standards for senior living environments. Research scope includes the dual function of the human eye for vision and circadian entrainment in relation to aging, particularly the timing, duration, color, and intensity of the circadian stimulus for seniors. Excluded subject matter: This committee does not cover the illumination of related public areas outside the industrial project limitations.

Documents

ANSI/IES RP-28-20