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What is the maximum allowable force for pushing or pulling open interior swinging egress doors according to the 2018 International Building Code?
The maximum allowable force for pushing or pulling open interior swinging egress doors is 5 pounds (22 N).
According to the 2018 International Building Code, the force required to push or pull open interior swinging egress doors, excluding fire doors, should not exceed 5 pounds (22 N). This specification ensures that doors can be easily opened in emergency situations, facilitating a quick and safe egress. The force limit does not apply to the force needed to retract latch bolts or disengage other devices that keep the door closed.
Key points
- Maximum force for opening interior swinging egress doors is 5 pounds (22 N).
- This limit applies to doors other than fire doors.
- The force requirement ensures easy and safe egress during emergencies.
- The force limit does not include retracting latch bolts or disengaging closing devices.
Source:2018 international building code by international code council· Structural Components—Performance and Stability· p. 296–299
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