In any commercial, institutional, or industrial building, a panic exit device (also known as a panic bar, push bar, or exit device) is the frontline life-safety mechanism that enables immediate, single-motion egress during emergencies such as fires, earthquakes, or active threat situations. Mandated by the International Building Code (IBC §1010.1.9) and NFPA 101 Life Safety Code for assembly occupancies exceeding 49 persons, these devices are non-negotiable in schools, hospitals, offices, and public facilities.

1010.2.9.3 Installation. Where panic or fire exit hardware is installed, it shall comply with the following: 1. Panic hardware shall be listed in accordance with UL 305. 2. Fire exit hardware shall be listed in accordance with UL 10C and UL 305. 3. The actuating portion of the releasing device shall

Panic Exit Device are many operating functions available. The most frequently used are: