Construction lighting changes as a building closes in. Open framing, new partitions and installed services create different work positions and shadows. A useful selection lets crews move local lighting without losing the lighting needed for routes and shared areas.
Choose the format for the stage
String lights place multiple sources along corridors and successive work bays. Overhead work lights serve larger interior areas while keeping floor space open. Portable area lights move to a repair or installation, and headlamps add a close view where hands are occupied.
Plan the connection route
Check the available supply, protective devices, cable length and connector arrangement. Keep cables protected from vehicles, sharp edges and door pinch points. Use permitted supports rather than suspending a light by its cord unless the design allows it.
Check illumination where work happens
Apply the relevant OSHA illumination category and measure at representative working positions. A corridor and a detailed equipment installation can need different treatment. Lumens and lamp spacing alone do not establish the light reaching the task.
Keep the setup serviceable
Plan how fixtures will be moved, cleaned and inspected as the building changes. Rechargeable task lights need a charging routine; corded assemblies need identifiable circuits and complete cables. Damaged equipment should be taken out of service for the required repair.
Browse temporary construction lighting by format. Wet or conductive work and any classified area need their own equipment and electrical review.
References: OSHA 1926.56 — Construction illumination · OSHA 1926.405 — Temporary wiring and portable lighting