Doors that conform to this standard must be able to be opened at all times by hand or body pressure along its inside face on the panic device.
So, whether you are dealing with a public sector hospital, school, university or library, or a commercial establishment in the private sector, these two escape standards help specifiers and building managers ensure the access control products proposed for their building do not interfere with the vital means and routes of escape.
A neat and versatile solution to this access control versus safety problem is a product like the Adams Rite Codelock. This mechanical access control device has been specifically packaged with exit bar and paddle handle options to conform with BS EN 1125 and BS EN 179 respectively.
It’s an easy to install mechanical alternative to electronic keypads, electric strikes and magnetic locks. Supplied as a complete external entry door trim package, it is suitable for both new and retro-fit applications and can be fitted onto aluminium framed emergency exit and panic exit doors.
*Andy Stolworthy sits on a number of BSI and trade technical committees including the UK Mirror Committee, which is responsible for developing and maintaining national standards and providing UK input into the development of European standards for exit devices.