Supporting Safe & Efficient Exits

A well-planned egress system is critical to ensuring that building occupants can exit safely and efficiently during an emergency. At Klein & Hoffman, we conduct comprehensive egress analysis to evaluate whether a building’s design meets code requirements for safe evacuation.

Egress analysis generally includes:

Review of Building Design

The layout of the rooms, spaces, corridors, stairways and exits are reviewed to understand occupant movement during an evacuation.

Occupant Load Calculations

The projected number of occupants is determined by the use and occupancy classification of the room or space.   The number of occupants factors into sizing of the egress components and capacities.

Exit Arrangement and Capacity

Verification that the arrangement, location, size, and number of exits are appropriate to accommodate the calculated occupant load.

Travel Distance

Verification that occupants can reach the nearest exit within a safe distance.

Exit Component Sizing

Verification that the sizes of the doors, corridor width, stair width and other components of the exit ways are sized appropriately to accommodate the calculated occupant load.

Egress Component Review

Verification that the exit ways have proper signage, lighting and notification devices and that the exit doors are readily accessible in an evacuation.

Egress System Readiness

Reviewing the placement and functionality of signage, emergency lighting, alarm systems, and accessible exit doors to facilitate smooth egress during an emergency.

The Importance of Life Safety Compliance

Failure to comply with egress and life safety codes can put building occupants at risk and lead to costly violations or penalties. Klein & Hoffman’s expertise ensures that your building is safe, compliant, and designed for effective emergency evacuation.

Partner with K&H for Code-Compliant Egress Solutions

Our detailed reports and drawings provide the necessary documentation to guide egress improvements and ensure ongoing compliance with life safety standards. Contact us to discuss how we can help you enhance your building’s egress system.

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Thomas Flynn

Associate Principal

Roman Wachula

Associate Principal

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