Intent 1:
To supersede the requirements of Sentences 3.4.3.2.(8) and 3.4.3.3.(1), and permit a reduction in the width of exits resulting
from the swing of swinging doors if the width reduction is limited.
This is to limit the probability that an exit will be substantially
reduced in width, which could lead to:
- insufficient width to permit efficient egress in an
emergency situation, which could lead to delays in the evacuation
or movement of persons to a safe place, which could lead to harm to
persons, and
- emergency responders being delayed in gaining access
to floor areas in an emergency situation, which could lead to delays
or ineffectiveness in emergency response operations, which could lead
to delays in the evacuation or movement of persons to a safe place,
which could lead to harm to persons.