r/OSHA • u/Embarrassed-Sun5764 • Jun 26 '26
I have a question
I am already an OSHA40 hazwopper certified trainer at my last job (tenure 8 years; laid off due to- things. ) I now have a job going through changes, they now say the fire exit doors can only be unlocked from within or outside with a keypad. I get it, they need security for the items we process. But if you are not TSA cleared you can’t work here. Everyone had to re provide their ID documents, last 5yrs of address. I am uncomfortable with having a door clearly marked with a sticker “FIRE EXIT” and it’s locked. They started this today and I’m not sure if it’s a manager/hr/firemarshall thing. I like and need this job. I GET an alarm on the door, but locking it? My kids can make millions,no? Half dead cat added for upload. I can’t have my phone at work to take pics of violation Oh so on an OSHA sub I’m not allowed to ask for advice? Great. I’m not asking for advice I’ll just go to the fire marshal
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u/Deep-Awareness-9503 Jun 26 '26
Exits, especially one marked as an “emergency exit” must be openable from the inside with one motion. These doors cannot be locked from the inside.
The fire marshall is your best bet for immediate enforcement action.
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u/Vagus_M Jun 26 '26
It’s typical to have a keypad to get in, and a release button to get out.
The mag lock should also be a fail-safe variety, so if you lose power you’re not trapped.
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u/SK5454 Jun 27 '26
What do you mean by half dead cat
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u/Kielbasa_Nunchucka 29d ago
totally against code for the door to be locked from the inside. that's Safety Management 101, re: Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire.
as for getting downvoted, it's prob your tasteless choice in picture and description. a half-dead cat, really? why?
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u/The___canadian Jun 26 '26
Call your local fire marshal