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Specifying Zombie-Resistant Door Openings (Update!)

It's hard to believe that it has been 6 YEARS since I last updated this post on zombie-resistant door openings, and 9 YEARS sine I wrote the original version.  With the new model codes coming out soon it's time for another update, and what better day to post it than on Halloween??

Egress Through Automatic Sliding Doors

Although there is a section in the I-Codes dedicated to automatic doors, this section does not address the hardware used for security and egress. Locks for automatic sliding doors are covered in other sections of the model codes.

Accessibility Requirements for Operable Hardware and Door Control Devices

In this article for Door Security + Safety, I have used information from various sources to support interpretations of the intent of the accessibility standards.  If you have anything to add, leave a comment asap!

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