A fire exit door provides a safe and quick escape route during a fire emergency. It includes specific features to ensure effectiveness, such as fire resistance to withstand flames and smoke for a specified period. Additionally, it offers easy operation with panic hardware like push bars or exit devices for quick opening from the inside, clear signage marked with "EXIT" to guide people to safety, and an automatic closing mechanism to ensure the door closes securely after use.

Regular inspection and maintenance are essential to ensure it functions correctly and meets safety standards. The primary purposes of a fire exit door are to provide a clear and unobstructed path for safe evacuation, help contain the fire within a specific area to limit its spread, and prevent the spread of smoke to improve visibility and reduce the risk of inhalation.

A fire exit door is crucial for life safety, playing a vital role in preventing loss of life and property damage during a fire. Therefore, regular maintenance and inspection are essential to ensure its functionality and reliability.

Fire Exit Doors

• Security and Emergency Fire Exit Doors: Solid, strong, and secure.
• Fire exit doors prioritize safe and swift evacuation in emergencies. While some can also resist fire, their primary function is escape.
• Typically found at the building's exterior, fire exit doors serve as the final point of escape.
• Fire exit doors must never be locked from the inside to prevent obstruction. They often have external locks but internal panic hardware for easy escape.
• Obstruction: Never obstruct fire exit doors.
• Regulations: Fire exit doors must comply with British standards and building regulations covering specification, installation, and maintenance.
• Signage: Clearly mark fire exit doors with green exit signs, often illuminated.