Storage room exit

[cda]

So if this is a small storage room, is there a code section that allows the security system seen????::::

http://idighardware.com/2015/03/ww-special-knowledge-and-effort/

I take it as a high value room that one person would be in.

 

[jdfruit]

cda

I hope you don't have to deal with the issue for AHJ approval.

I read all the commentary on the webpage and am still confused on the logic/rationale opinions for and against high security doors for high value storage. My first impression is that if someone is actually working in the room as a work station, then the exit hardware should be openable from the inside without a key or special knowledge. Not enough info in the webpage to really determine how the system works.

 

[cda]

cdaI hope you don't have to deal with the issue for AHJ approval.

I read all the commentary on the webpage and am still confused on the logic/rationale opinions for and against high security doors for high value storage. My first impression is that if someone is actually working in the room as a work station, then the exit hardware should be openable from the inside without a key or special knowledge. Not enough info in the webpage to really determine how the system works.

As I state, if someone is in the room to me all the locks are unlocked,

And all they have to do is turn the door knob and walk out.

I do not think they are going to lock themselves in the room.

 

[steveray]

It could "in theory" meet code for egress (maybe not the thumbturn),but I doubt it does. The bottom bolt would not meet ANSI for 10" smooth I believe it is...Thanks Lori for that 2015 update on getting rid of "exterior" I will have to remember that come 2020 when maybe we adopt 2015

 

[mtlogcabin]

Notice the roll down gate on the outside.

If the room is not on an accessible route then the accessibility requirements go away.

I would not have a problem with this since it would be impossible for and employee to be locked in with the locks on the door. The roll down gate is another issue.