Photometry & Optical Testing Forms
The 25 forms that establish a controlled photometric record for AGL lighting systems — from photometry planning and equipment verification through field measurement, data validation, compliance assessment, defect identification, retest, acceptance and long-term trend analysis. Grouped into 11 categories spanning testing & inspection, system-specific photometry, intensity/colour/chromaticity, alignment & measurement grid, photometer control, field data management, non-conformance & retest, acceptance & reporting, trend & performance analysis, defect & equipment control, and project closeout, this division is the controlled optical-performance database for the AGL system — working closely with Division 06 (Testing), Division 14 (Calibration & Measurement), Division 05 (Inspection), Division 09 (Failure Investigation) and Division 11 (Asset Management).
Where this fits — Division 15 is the AGL photometric measurement, optical performance, compliance, validation and trend-analysis layer. Every measurement here should trace back to an approved measurement grid and calibrated photometer, and forward into the Photometry Acceptance Certificate, Summary Report and long-term Trend Record that feed predictive, condition-based maintenance.
A · Photometry Testing & Inspection
2 of 2 formsPHO-01 Photometry Test Sheet Test Sheet
Purpose
The primary field/test form for recording photometric measurements of AGL lighting systems.
Key Fields
- Project/Airport, location, runway/taxiway/approach/PAPI
- Test date, test time, test reference, work order, test engineer
- Weather/environmental conditions
- Photometer ID, manufacturer, model, serial number, calibration status, calibration due date
- Fixture type, fixture ID, circuit ID, CCR setting/intensity step
- Test configuration, measurement position/grid
- Measurement point, required value, measured value, unit, acceptance criterion, result, remarks
- Final result: Pass / Fail / Conditional
PHO-02 Photometry Inspection Form Inspection
Purpose
To record visual and technical inspection before photometric measurement.
Key Fields
- Fixture condition, lens/optical condition, housing condition
- Mounting, alignment, elevation, orientation
- Contamination, physical damage
- Circuit identification, CCR condition, transformer condition
- Connector condition, cable condition
- Measurement area clear, equipment calibrated
- Measurement grid established, environmental conditions suitable
- Result: Ready for Photometric Test / Not Ready
B · System-Specific Photometry
5 of 5 formsPHO-03 Runway Photometry Record Record
Purpose
To record photometric measurements associated with runway lighting.
Key Fields
- Airport, runway, runway direction, fixture type, circuit, CCR, test date
- Runway station, longitudinal position, transverse position
- Fixture position, measurement point
- Required intensity, measured intensity, unit, compliance status
- Uniformity, deficient locations, failed fixtures
- Alignment issues, intensity abnormalities
- Summary: total points, compliant points, non-compliant points, overall result
PHO-04 Taxiway Photometry Record Record
Purpose
To record optical performance of taxiway lighting.
Key Fields
- Taxiway, segment/location, fixture type, circuit, CCR/intensity setting, test date
- Fixture/location, measurement point, required value, actual value, result
- Defects: low intensity, non-uniform output
- Defects: misalignment, optical contamination, damaged fixture
PHO-05 Approach Lighting Photometry Record
Purpose
To record photometric performance of approach lighting systems.
Key Fields
- Approach system, runway, approach direction, fixture type, circuit, test configuration
- Light station, fixture position, measurement point
- Intensity, required criterion, result
- Assessment: intensity, alignment, uniformity where applicable
- Assessment: optical condition, system compliance
PHO-06 PAPI Photometry Record Record
Purpose
To document optical performance measurements of PAPI/APAPI systems.
Key Fields
- Runway, PAPI side, unit/box identification, number of units, fixture type, location
- Unit, beam information, intensity, alignment
- Elevation/angle reference where applicable, required criterion, measured result
- Assessment: optical performance, beam alignment
- Assessment: colour performance, unit-to-unit consistency, overall compliance
PHO-07 Fixture Photometry Record Record
Purpose
To establish an individual fixture-level photometric record.
Key Fields
- Fixture ID, manufacturer, model, serial number, fixture type
- Location, circuit, transformer
- Optical data: intensity, beam direction, alignment, colour, operating condition
- Condition: lens, optical assembly, LED/light source
- Condition: housing, contamination, physical damage
- Result: Pass / Fail
C · Intensity, Colour & Chromaticity
3 of 3 formsPHO-08 Light Intensity Record Record
Purpose
To record measured luminous intensity at defined measurement positions.
Key Fields
- Measurement point, fixture ID, axis/direction
- Required intensity, measured intensity, unit, CCR setting, result
- Analysis: minimum, maximum, average where applicable
- Analysis: deviations, non-compliant points
PHO-09 Colour Measurement Record Record
Purpose
To record measured colour characteristics of AGL light sources.
Key Fields
- Fixture ID, light type, measurement location, operating condition
- Measurement equipment, measured colour parameters
- Applicable acceptance criterion, result
- Assessment: within required range / outside required range / retest required
PHO-10 Chromaticity Record Record
Purpose
To maintain the detailed chromaticity measurement record.
Key Fields
- Fixture/light source, measurement point, measurement equipment
- Chromaticity coordinates, reference/acceptance area
- Result, remarks
- Optional analysis: coordinate plotting reference, measurement uncertainty where applicable
- Optional analysis: boundary assessment, pass/fail determination
D · Alignment & Measurement Grid
2 of 2 formsPHO-11 Beam Alignment Record Record
Purpose
To document optical beam alignment of applicable AGL fixtures.
Key Fields
- Fixture ID, location, fixture type
- Intended direction, measured direction, alignment deviation, required tolerance, result
- Physical checks: fixture orientation, mounting
- Physical checks: elevation, tilt, mechanical stability
- Final: Aligned / Requires Adjustment
PHO-12 Measurement Grid Sheet Planning Sheet
Purpose
To establish the standardized measurement points used during photometric testing.
Key Fields
- Runway/taxiway/system, reference station
- Longitudinal spacing, transverse spacing
- Fixture positions, measurement points, reference coordinates
- Grid prepared by, reviewed by, approved by, revision
E · Photometer Control
2 of 2 formsPHO-13 Photometer Setup Checklist Checklist
Purpose
To verify correct setup of the photometric measurement system before testing.
Key Fields
- Photometer ID, sensor/detector, manufacturer, model, serial number, calibration status
- Equipment identification confirmed / calibration valid
- Sensor installed correctly / instrument zero/reference checked where applicable
- Measurement range selected / grid loaded/established
- Measurement orientation verified / accessories installed
- Environmental conditions recorded / data acquisition system checked
- Final: Setup Accepted / Not Accepted
PHO-14 Photometer Calibration Verification Verification
Purpose
To verify the calibration status and suitability of the photometer immediately before photometric testing.
Key Fields
- Photometer ID, manufacturer, model, serial number
- Calibration certificate, calibration date, calibration due date
- Certificate valid / instrument identity matches
- Calibration range suitable / physical condition acceptable
- Functional verification completed
- Result: Valid / Invalid
F · Field Data Management
2 of 2 formsPHO-15 Photometry Field Record Field Record
Purpose
To provide the complete field record generated during actual photometric measurements.
Key Fields
- Date, time, location, weather, ambient conditions, operational status
- Photometer, calibration status, accessories, software/data acquisition system where applicable
- Measurement record: point, fixture, setting, required, measured, result, remarks
- Field sign-off: test engineer, witness, client/consultant where applicable
PHO-16 Photometry Data Validation Validation
Purpose
To verify that recorded photometric data is complete, consistent and technically usable before issuing the final report.
Key Fields
- Correct project/location / correct measurement grid
- Correct fixture identification / correct test configuration
- Photometer identification recorded / calibration valid
- All required points measured / units consistent
- No unexplained missing data / abnormal values investigated
- Data transcription verified / calculations checked
- Validation result: Valid / Invalid / Requires Review
G · Non-Conformance & Retest
2 of 2 formsPHO-17 Photometry Non-Conformance NCR
Purpose
To record photometric results that fail the applicable acceptance requirement.
Key Fields
- NCR/photometry NC no., project, location, fixture/system
- Measurement point, required value, measured value, deviation
- Classification: Minor / Major / Critical
- Possible causes: fixture failure, misalignment, optical contamination, LED/light-source degradation
- Possible causes: incorrect installation, circuit issue, CCR/intensity issue, measurement/setup issue
- Action: adjustment, cleaning, fixture replacement, circuit investigation, recalibration/reverification, retest
PHO-18 Photometry Retest Record Record
Purpose
To document measurements repeated after correction of a photometric non-conformance.
Key Fields
- References: original test, non-conformance, corrective action, work order, fixture/system
- Original measurement, corrected measurement, required value, retest value, result
- Closure: corrective action verified / retest passed / NC closed
H · Acceptance & Reporting
2 of 2 formsPHO-19 Photometry Acceptance Certificate Certificate
Purpose
To formally confirm that the tested photometric system has achieved the applicable acceptance requirements.
Key Fields
- Project, airport, system, runway/taxiway/location, test reference
- Photometric testing completed / required measurements completed
- Data validated / non-conformances addressed or formally recorded
- Retesting completed where applicable
- Final result: Accepted / Not Accepted / Accepted with Conditions
- Approval: test engineer, QA/QC, consultant/client where applicable, date
PHO-20 Photometry Summary Report Report
Purpose
To provide the management-level summary of photometric testing.
Key Fields
- Project, system, test date, test scope
- Number of fixtures/points, number tested, number passed, number failed, retests, outstanding issues
- Performance summary: minimum measured result, maximum measured result, relevant statistical/summary values
- Deficient areas, overall compliance
- Conclusion: Compliant / Non-compliant / Conditional
I · Trend & Performance Analysis
2 of 2 formsPHO-21 Photometry Trend Record Record
Purpose
To monitor changes in AGL photometric performance over time.
Key Fields
- Asset/fixture ID, location, test date
- Previous measurement, current measurement, change, percentage change where appropriate, status
- Analysis: performance degradation, repeated low intensity
- Analysis: fixture deterioration, circuit-related trends, maintenance impact
PHO-22 Before/After Photometry Record Record
Purpose
To compare photometric performance before and after maintenance, repair, replacement or adjustment.
Key Fields
- Before: fixture/system, test date, measurement, defect
- Corrective action: cleaning, alignment, adjustment, replacement, repair
- After: test date, measurement, result
- Comparison table: parameter, before, after, change, result
- Conclusion: Improved / No Significant Change / Further Action Required
J · Defect & Equipment Control
2 of 2 formsPHO-23 Photometric Defect Register Register
Purpose
To maintain a master register of photometric defects identified during testing and inspection.
Key Fields
- Defect ID, date, location, fixture ID, system
- Defect type, measured value, required value, severity, cause
- Corrective action, responsible person, target date, retest, closure
- Categories: low intensity, high/abnormal intensity, colour deviation, chromaticity issue
- Categories: beam misalignment, fixture degradation, optical contamination
- Categories: installation/alignment issue, circuit-related issue, measurement issue
PHO-24 Photometry Equipment Log Log
Purpose
To maintain usage and traceability of photometric measurement equipment.
Key Fields
- Equipment ID, photometer ID, sensor ID, date, project, location
- Test type, user, calibration status, setup verification
- Start/end time, remarks
K · Project Closeout
1 of 1 formsPHO-25 Photometry Project Closeout Closeout
Purpose
To formally close the photometric testing scope of a project.
Key Fields
- Photometry scope completed / required systems tested
- Measurement grids completed / equipment calibration verified
- Field records complete / data validated
- Defects recorded / non-conformances closed or formally accepted
- Retests completed / acceptance certificate issued
- Summary report completed / trend/baseline data captured
- Final records archived: test sheets, field records, raw and validated data, photometric reports, NCRs, retest records, acceptance certificate, equipment records, final summary
- Closeout approval: photometry engineer, QA/QC, project manager, client/consultant where applicable
How Division 15 Connects
These 25 forms build the controlled optical-performance database for the AGL system — linking individual field measurements directly to equipment condition, maintenance decisions, acceptance and long-term performance intelligence.
Photometry Control Flow
The eleven categories in this division follow the controlled sequence from test preparation to project closeout:
Related Divisions
- Division 02 — Design & Engineering Forms (design photometric criteria, fixture selection, layout and alignment)
- Division 05 — Inspection Forms (visual/physical inspection before photometry)
- Division 06 — Testing Forms (formal test records and acceptance testing)
- Division 08 — Maintenance Forms (photometry-driven maintenance)
- Division 09 — Failure Investigation Forms (investigation of repeated photometric failures)
- Division 10 — QA/QC Forms (review, NCR and acceptance control)
- Division 11 — Asset Management Forms (asset-level photometric history)
- Division 13 — Safety Forms (safe field-testing and airside work controls)
- Division 14 — Calibration & Measurement Forms (photometer calibration and measurement traceability)
Critical Traceability Chain
Long-Term Performance Intelligence
Division 15’s strongest feature is the connection between individual measurements and long-term AGL performance, so the photometry database can answer questions such as:
- Which fixtures are showing progressive intensity degradation?
- Which runway locations repeatedly fail?
- Did maintenance actually improve photometric output?
- Are failures isolated or systemic?
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about the 25 Division 15 Photometry & Optical Testing forms, how they are grouped, and how they connect to the rest of the library.
Q1What is Division 15 — Photometry & Optical Testing Forms in the AGL Engineering Forms & Templates library?
Division 15 is a set of 25 photometry & optical testing forms (PHO-01 to PHO-25) in the AGL Engineering Forms & Templates library. It establishes a controlled photometric record for AGL lighting systems, from photometry planning and equipment verification through field measurement, data validation, compliance assessment, retest, acceptance and long-term trend analysis. The forms are grouped into 11 categories: Photometry Testing & Inspection, System-Specific Photometry, Intensity, Colour & Chromaticity, Alignment & Measurement Grid, Photometer Control, Field Data Management, Non-Conformance & Retest, Acceptance & Reporting, Trend & Performance Analysis, Defect & Equipment Control and Project Closeout.
Q2Which forms are included in Photometry Testing & Inspection, System-Specific Photometry and Intensity, Colour & Chromaticity?
Photometry Testing & Inspection (2 forms): PHO-01 Photometry Test Sheet, PHO-02 Photometry Inspection Form; System-Specific Photometry (5 forms): PHO-03 Runway Photometry Record, PHO-04 Taxiway Photometry Record, PHO-05 Approach Lighting Photometry, PHO-06 PAPI Photometry Record, PHO-07 Fixture Photometry Record; Intensity, Colour & Chromaticity (3 forms): PHO-08 Light Intensity Record, PHO-09 Colour Measurement Record, PHO-10 Chromaticity Record.
Q3Which forms are included in Alignment & Measurement Grid, Photometer Control, Field Data Management and Non-Conformance & Retest?
Alignment & Measurement Grid (2 forms): PHO-11 Beam Alignment Record, PHO-12 Measurement Grid Sheet; Photometer Control (2 forms): PHO-13 Photometer Setup Checklist, PHO-14 Photometer Calibration Verification; Field Data Management (2 forms): PHO-15 Photometry Field Record, PHO-16 Photometry Data Validation; Non-Conformance & Retest (2 forms): PHO-17 Photometry Non-Conformance, PHO-18 Photometry Retest Record.
Q4Which forms are included in Acceptance & Reporting, Trend & Performance Analysis, Defect & Equipment Control and Project Closeout?
Acceptance & Reporting (2 forms): PHO-19 Photometry Acceptance Certificate, PHO-20 Photometry Summary Report; Trend & Performance Analysis (2 forms): PHO-21 Photometry Trend Record, PHO-22 Before/After Photometry Record; Defect & Equipment Control (2 forms): PHO-23 Photometric Defect Register, PHO-24 Photometry Equipment Log; Project Closeout (1 form): PHO-25 Photometry Project Closeout.
Q5What is the difference between the Light Intensity, Colour Measurement and Chromaticity records?
The Light Intensity Record (PHO-08) records measured luminous intensity at defined measurement positions. The Colour Measurement Record (PHO-09) records measured colour characteristics of AGL light sources, and the Chromaticity Record (PHO-10) maintains the detailed chromaticity measurement record. The Measurement Grid Sheet (PHO-12) establishes the standardized measurement points, and the Beam Alignment Record (PHO-11) documents optical beam alignment.
Q6What happens when photometric results fail acceptance?
The Photometry Non-Conformance (PHO-17) records results that fail the applicable acceptance requirement, and the Photometry Retest Record (PHO-18) documents measurements repeated after correction. Acceptance is formally confirmed on the Photometry Acceptance Certificate (PHO-19), summarized in the Photometry Summary Report (PHO-20), and defects are kept on the Photometric Defect Register (PHO-23).
Q7How is the photometer itself controlled?
The Photometer Setup Checklist (PHO-13) verifies correct setup of the measurement system before testing, and the Photometer Calibration Verification (PHO-14) verifies calibration status and suitability immediately before testing. The Photometry Equipment Log (PHO-24) maintains usage and traceability of the equipment.
Q8Can the forms in Division 15 be downloaded and filled in?
Yes. Each form has a Download as Word button that produces an uncontrolled sample Word template with letterhead, a document-control block, ruled entry fields and a three-tier approval table, ready to print or fill on-screen. Checklist-format forms such as Photometer Setup Checklist (PHO-13) download with a checkbox and a verified-by line for each item. The forms can also be searched by keyword or form ID.
Q9How does Division 15 connect to the rest of the photometry record?
Division 15 is the AGL photometric measurement, optical performance, compliance, validation and trend-analysis layer. Every measurement should trace back to an approved measurement grid and a calibrated photometer, and forward into the Photometry Acceptance Certificate, the Summary Report and long-term trend records.
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