Do I need panic hardware here?

[LGreene]

Do you know where panic hardware is required by the current model codes and the National Electrical Code? In case you don't, here's a refresher: http://idighardware.com/2016/10/do-i-need-panic-hardware-here/

 

[SCBO1]

LG, thanks for the additional info:

I knew about this change from the 20014 NEC and penciled it in my 2012 IBC code book, by section 1008.1.10 for future reference. The doors must swing in the direction of travel. Code, use to be 1200 amps.

1. Where equipment is 800 amps or more and contains overcurrent devices, switching devices, or control devices

 

[cda]

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[LGreene]

LG, thanks for the additional info:

I knew about this change from the 2014 NEC and penciled it in my 2012 IBC code book, by section 1008.1.10 for future reference. The doors must swing in the direction of travel. Code, use to be 1200 amps.

1. Where equipment is 800 amps or more and contains overcurrent devices, switching devices, or control devices

Yes - this is one change from previous editions and the requirement for listed panic hardware is more clear than before. The NEC requirements are different from the IBC.

 

[LGreene]

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Thanks Charles!