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Building hardware - Emergency exit devices operated by a lever handle or push pad, for use on escape routes - Requirements and test methods prEN 179

General information

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CEN

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

European Norm

91.190   Building accessories

Scope

This European Standard specifies requirements, 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.
This European Standard covers emergency exit devices, which are either manufactured and placed on the market in their entirety by one producer, or assembled from sub-assemblies 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

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

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