Tucson's adopted IBC and IFC require egress doors in occupied buildings to open with a single motion using listed hardware. Panic hardware is mandatory for assembly, education, and high-occupant-load spaces; deadbolts that need separate keys are restricted.
Tucson Code Chapter 6 adopts the International Building Code (IBC) and Tucson Code Chapter 10 adopts the International Fire Code (IFC), both of which set egress hardware rules. Doors in the means of egress must unlatch with one releasing motion, without keys or special knowledge. Panic or fire-exit hardware is required for assembly and education occupancies above defined occupant loads, and for hazardous occupancies. Double-cylinder deadbolts that require a key from the egress side are not allowed on required exits. Schools and houses of worship can use approved classroom-security devices listed for fire and life-safety use. Tucson Fire Prevention and PDSD inspect during permit, change-of-occupancy, and complaint visits.
Common violations include chains, padlocks, bolt locks above the panic bar, double-cylinder deadbolts on egress doors, and missing or impaired panic hardware. TFD can require immediate correction or evacuation.
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