HVAC Psychrometric Chart Practice Questions Emergency Exit & Evacuation Planning

Emergency Exit & Evacuation Planning - Quick Reference

Core Principles:

Exit Route Requirements

Feature Requirement
Width Minimum 1.1m (44") for >50 occupants
Height Minimum 2.1m (7') clearance
Door Type Side-hinged, panic hardware if >50 people
Travel Distance Max 60m to exit (30m in high-hazard areas)
Lighting Minimum 10 lux emergency lighting (90 min backup)

Exit Signage Standards

Type Specification
Color Green with white symbols/pictograms (ISO standard)
Illumination Internally illuminated or photoluminescent
Mounting Height 2-2.5m above floor level
Visibility Visible from any approach angle

Evacuation Plan Checklist

  1. Primary & secondary exit routes clearly marked on floor plans
  2. Assembly points at safe distance (min 15m from building)
  3. Accessible routes for mobility-impaired persons
  4. Staff roles assigned (fire wardens, sweepers)
  5. Accounting system for all personnel after evacuation

⚠️ Critical Violations: Locked exits, blocked pathways, missing/damaged signage

Compliance Standards: NFPA 101 (Life Safety Code), OSHA 29 CFR 1910.36, Local Building Codes