EN 179:2008

Building hardware - Emergency exit devices operated by a lever handle or push pad, for use on escape routes - Requirements and test methods

Publication date:   Sep 19, 2008

General information

90.93 Standard confirmed   Apr 18, 2008

CEN

CEN/TC 33 Doors, windows, shutters, building hardware and curtain walling

European Norm

91.190   Building accessories

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Scope

This European Standard specifies requirements for the manufacture, performance and testing of emergency exit devices mechanically operated by either a lever handle or a push pad for the purpose of achieving a safe exit under an emergency situation on escape routes.
The suitability of an emergency exit device for use on smoke/fire-resisting door assemblies is determined by fire performance tests conducted in addition to the performance tests required by this European Standard. Annex B indicates additional requirements for these products.
This European Standard covers emergency exit devices, which are either manufactured and placed on the market in their entirety by one producer, or produced by more than one producer and subsequently placed on the market as a kit in a single transaction.

Related legislation

Legislation related to this standard

89/106/EEC

Construction products

Harmonized/Supporting
305/2011

Regulation (eu) No 305/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 march 2011 laying down harmonised conditions for the marketing of construction products and repealing council directive 89/106/eec

Harmonized/Supporting

Life cycle

PREVIOUSLY

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EN 179:1997/A1:2001/AC:2002

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EN 179:1997

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EN 179:1997/A1:2001

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PUBLISHED
EN 179:2008
90.93 Standard confirmed
Apr 18, 2008