Lighting must eliminate shadows and p​​rovide illumination of vertical and horizontal surfaces for demanding manual tasks.

Luminaires must be shielded or located so that there is no glaring light spill into adjacent dining areas when kitchen doors are opened.

High color rendering light sources are important for all food preparation tasks.

In food prep and high moisture areas such as laundries or dishwashing areas, gasketed moisture proof luminaires are required to allow for easy disinfection and protection of the luminaire from accumulated dirt and splashed liquids.

Where open fluorescent lamps are in use above food prep or display areas, plastic protector sleeves should be applied to the lamps to contain them in the event of breakage.

Direct and reflected glare can affect employee visual comfort and safety. Indirect or semi-indirect light, reflected off the ceiling is preferable. Balance with task lighting directly above work surfaces.

Bi-level controls paired with occupancy sensors allow for reduced illuminance levels or shutting down luminaires when low traffic areas such as service hallways, laundries, storerooms, refuse rooms, etc. are unoccupied.