The PR 402 details specific, quantifiable requirements. Here are a few examples that offer a glimpse into its comprehensive nature:
Issued by the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT), the PR 402, also referred to as TR-402 , is a comprehensive reference document that consolidates a wide range of lighting requirements into a single source. This standardization eliminates the need to consult multiple international and local codes, providing clear and consistent guidance for architects, engineers, and developers to design lighting systems that are safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible. The manual is a key component of the emirate's technical regulations, formally listed as the under the Jawdah (QCC) system. pr 402- abu dhabi lighting manual
+---------------------------+----------------------------------------------+ | Parameter | PR-402 Mandatory Requirement | +---------------------------+----------------------------------------------+ | Permitted Roadway CCT | 2700K, 3000K, and 4000K (ANSI Standard) | +---------------------------+----------------------------------------------+ | Max Bracket Arm Length | 1.5 meters from pole alignment | +---------------------------+----------------------------------------------+ | Max Luminaire Tilt Angle | 5 degrees maximum from the horizontal plane | +---------------------------+----------------------------------------------+ | Clear Clearance Envelope | 1000mm radius of hardscape/gravel base | +---------------------------+----------------------------------------------+ The PR 402 details specific, quantifiable requirements
After installation, a photometric field test is mandatory. The contractor must provide a test report using a calibrated luminance meter, comparing five random points to the design predictions. Tolerances: ± 7% for L avg; ± 10% for E min. The manual is a key component of the
Note: Values vary by sub-zone; always refer to the latest PR 402 tables.
Thus, international designs to meet PR 402’s warmer CCT and lower glare.