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I have noticed that some final exit doors with mag locks have a press button for normal exit and an emergency break glass for use in an emergency. Am I correct in thinking that this is required so that if pressed the door remians open, or is there another reason? I have also noticed that some final doors only have a normal exit button and no emergency release, is that also correct? I have even noted that for some buildings where secirity is important there is no switch to open the fire door even a green emergency box, but the door is supposed to release if the fire panel is activated.
Is there a quick guide to all these variations. I suspect they may be a conflict between securirty and fire safety. Comments please.
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Hi,
You should find the current requirements for emergency/panic exit devices operated by a horizontal bar, lever bar or push pad for use on escape routes in BS EN 1125 and BS EN 179. I think there is a need to consider whether the occupants can be expected to be familiar with the devices or not, if not push bars are probably best.
Cheers
Steve
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