Abstract: The invention relates to an improved universal mounting for industrial luminaires fixtures containing high intensity discharge lamps. The luminaire mount of the present invention is adaptable to most of the accepted modes of mounting luminaries as specified in the National Electric Code. The luminaire mount includes a plate providing horizontal adjustment of the luminaire. The luminaire mount provides for enhanced safety during installation and maintenance. All current to the luminaire must be broken and the luminaire deenergized prior to removal from the mount.