Outside Access Device For Panic Hardware Exidor 302EC - Silver

What Standards Apply To Emergency Exit Hardware?

There are 2 standards that apply to emergency and panic hardware:

BS EN179 - This standard applies to hardware to be used in emergency situations where people are familiar with the emergency exit and its hardware. Devices operated by a lever handle or push pad may therefore be used.

BS EN1125 - This standard applies to environments where a panic situation is more like to occur, such as hospitals, cinemas and restaurants, where occupants have no prior knowledge of the exit hardware.