School Fire Exit Push Bars (EN 1125) – Halls & Corridors | EKIN

Fire Exit Push Bars EN 1125 compliant push bars for schools. Double-door kits, vertical rod options, inspection tips. See configs and get a site-specific quote.Specify the right exit hardware by use case and occupancy. EKIN maps public-access routes to touch bars  EN1125 and trained-only routes to EN 179 push pads/levers—then adds the correct accessories and documentation to pass inspection. 

Public access or trained-only?

• Panic exit devices EN1125 (Public Access): Full-width touch bar; anyone can open without prior knowledge. Typical on main exits, corridors and assembly spaces.
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• Emergency exit devices EN 179 (Trained-Only): Push pad or lever handle; users are familiar with the exit. Typical on offices, back-of-house and plant rooms.
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If unsure, start with our quick guide → /compliance/bs-en-1125-guide/ · /compliance/bs-en-179-guide/

Industry snapshots (choose your route)

Education (Schools, Colleges)

• Main exits & corridors: vertical-rod pairs for double doors (top & bottom latching).

• Staff rooms / stores: push pads EN179 .
  Links → Vertical-Rod EN1125 /products/panic-exit-devices-en-1125/vertical-rod/ · Double-Door Kits /products/panic-exit-devices-en-1125/double-door-kits/
  
  

Retail & Hospitality

• Front-of-house and customer routes: Panic-exit-devices EN1125 (rim or vertical-rod depending on door pairs).

• Back-of-house/service corridors: Emergency-exit-devices EN179.
  Links → Panic-exit-devices EN 1125 Rim /products/panic-exit-devices-en-1125/rim/ · EN 179 /products/emergency-exit-devices-en-179/
  
  

Offices & Commercial Buildings

• Public-facing lobbies and corridors: Panic-exit-devices EN 1125.

• Internal trained-only doors: EN 179 (lever or push pad latch/bolt).
  Links → EN 179 Latch /products/emergency-exit-devices-en-179/latch/ · EN 179 Bolt /products/emergency-exit-devices-en-179/bolt/
  
  

Healthcare

• Public areas & circulation: Panic-exit-devices EN 1125 (consider mortise for a flush look where design demands).

• Staff-only rooms and plant areas: EN 179.
  Links → Panic exit devices EN1125 Mortise /products/panic-exit-devices-en-1125/mortise/
  
  

Warehousing & Industrial

• Wide paired exits: Panic exit devices EN 1125 vertical-rod with floor strikes for robust relatching.

• Staff-only internal doors: EN 179.
  Links → Vertical-Rod /products/panic-exit-devices-en-1125/vertical-rod/ · Strikes & Keepers /products/accessories/strikes-keepers/
  
  

Public Assembly & Theatres

• Audience routes: EN 1125 (rim or vertical-rod; double doors often need two-point latching).

• Backstage & staff-only: EN 179.
  Links → Panic exit devices EN1125 Overview /products/panic-exit-devices-en-1125/

Typical door sets & configurations

• Single doors (public): Panic exit devices EN1125 rim device; add outside trim and cylinder if controlled re-entry is required.

• Double doors (public): Panic exit devices EN1125 vertical-rod pairs with head keepers & floor strikes; or paired rim devices with a centre mullion.

• Trained-only single doors: EN 179 latch/bolt (lever or push pad).

• Aesthetic priority: Panic exit devices EN 1125 mortise for a flush appearance (confirm door edge prep).
  Accessories hub → /products/accessories/

Compliance & inspection (UK-focused, globally applicable)

• Match approvals: device + strikes/keepers + fixings must align with the door certificate (fire doors).

• Signage: use compliant exit signage; keep devices unobstructed.

• Records: maintain an inspection log (force, alignment, fixings, signage).
  Resources → Panic exit devices EN 1125 Guide /compliance/bs-en-1125-guide/ · EN 179 Guide /compliance/bs-en-179-guide/ · Inspection Checklist (PDF) /compliance/inspection-checklist/

Case snapshots

• School corridor: Panic exit devices EN 1125 vertical-rod pairs on double exits; clean relatching with recessed floor strikes.

• Retail back-of-house: Panic exit devices EN 179 push pads on single doors; staff training reduced call-outs.

• Office frontage: Panic exit devices EN 1125 mortise touch bars for a flush aesthetic; approved trims and cylinders matched to the fire certificate.

Frequently asked questions

Q1: Panic exit devices EN 1125 or EN 179—how do I decide?
If public users may need to exit, choose EN 1125. If it’s staff-only/trained-only, EN 179 may apply. See our compliance guides for detail.

Q2: What should I use on double doors?
Usually Panic exit devices EN 1125 vertical-rod for two-point latching, or paired rim with a centre mullion. See Double-Door Kits for coordinated parts.

Q3: Are these devices fire-door compatible?
Many are, but approvals must match your door certificate—including strikes/keepers and fixings.

Q4: Can I add re-entry from the safe side?
Yes—specify outside trims and, if needed, cylinder kits (key–key or key–thumbturn). Check compatibility with your device family.

Q5: What causes slow return or jamming?
Usually keeper misalignment or incorrect fixings. Follow the template, confirm latch throw and test with the closer before sign-off.

Send site type (education/retail/offices/healthcare/industrial/assembly), door photos, single or double, fire-door status and any re-entry needs. We’ll propose a compliant configuration with an itemised price in £.

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