Section 60 in The Assam Cinemas (Regulation) Rules, 1960
60. Premises, lighting of.
(a)The general lighting of the auditorium and exit doorways and passages shall not be controlled from within the enclosure, but a duplicate lighting system may be controlled from the enclosure or a system permitted whereby not more than ⅓ of the general lighting is controlled from the enclosure, either system to afford sufficient lighting for emergency exit of the audience.(b)No fans, heaters or motors may be connected to the lighting circuits. All wall plugs and sockets must be of 3-pin type of approved Home/office hand-shield pattern and able to be plugged in one position only. All metal clad apparatus used on the socket must be earth bonded. The system of wiring employed shall be in accordance with the Indian Standard Code of Practice for electrical wiring and fittings in buildings.(c)Every circuit in the premises shall be identified by its description and number each Distribution Box shall contain, and affixed within its cover, an identification card by description and number so permitting instant identification in emergency.(d)An emergency lighting system consisting of colza oil lamps may be provided; provided such lamps are always kept trimmed and burning during the whole of any performance and afford sufficient illumination in the opinion of the competent authority of the Department of Electricity. Each attendant shall carry an efficient electric torch or lamp.
