When an emergency occurs, it’s common for people to panic and try to escape the situation as fast as possible. However, if everyone is scrambling to reach the same exit at once, this can cause safety concerns — especially if the exit gets jammed up because of improper hardware on doors. If people have to stop and twist a door knob, it’s going to slow the flow of traffic and pose a hazard. Panic hardware, including panic bars, make a swift exit simple when needed. They are spring-loaded bars that run horizontally across the door and, when activated, allow the door to become unlatched, making for a simple exit.
At Urich Lock Co., we know that your business is important to you. That’s why we offer solutions in case of an emergency that will help keep you, your business, and your employees protected. To learn more about our panic hardware options, choose us as your commercial locksmith in Milwaukee and contact us today!
Safety
The main reason you should install panic hardware in your business is safety. Not only can they help streamline an exit in case of emergency, but they also also help protect your business in non-emergency situations too. Since panic bars are installed on the inside of the door, the door will remain locked on the outside, preventing unauthorized entry. Panic bars are also often equipped with an alarm system, so you’ll be notified of any unauthorized movement through these doors.
Cost Effectiveness
While implementing an emergency exit plan is imperative for your business, it’s also important to note that if an emergency actually occurs, people may become overwhelmed and forget the plan altogether. So, rather than spending significant amounts of money or time designing a plan and training each employee, you can install panic hardware which will alert emergency response teams while allowing everyone to make a safe and timely exit.
You should still have a general idea of how you’ll proceed if an emergency occurs, but you shouldn’t spend a ton of money on a plan that may be abandoned the second something out-of-the-ordinary happens.
Versatility
Another reason Urich Lock Co. recommends installing panic hardware in your business is the added versatility they provide. While alarm and access control systems are great for monitoring your business and keeping threats out, they are less effective when it comes to dealing with threats from inside your business. A panic bar provides a safe, effective way to protect your business from a threat in any direction. Our team can help you choose and install the panic hardware that best suits your business.
Urich Lock Co. provides a variety of premier commercial locksmith services, including electronic access control system installation, contract door hardware services, and mechanical access control services. If you’re looking for ways to ensure your business is safe and secure, reach out to our team.
We offer panic hardware installation and maintenance, so you can be sure that your business is secure from the inside out. For security solutions for your business, choose Urich Lock Co. as your commercial locksmith in Milwaukee today!
