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All buildings designed for human occupancy must have a way for occupants to quickly leave in case of an emergency. The designated paths of exit must be arranged and maintained to provide a free and unobstructed means to exit all parts of the building at all times and should be accessible to occupants with impaired mobility.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires employers to provide clear, permanent exit routes and adequate exits for employees to leave safely in an emergency. OSHA’s requirements for exit routes, emergency action plans, and fire prevention plans are found at 1910.34 through 1910.39.
Employers must:
All buildings designed for human occupancy must have a way for occupants to quickly leave in case of an emergency. The designated paths of exit must be arranged and maintained to provide a free and unobstructed means to exit all parts of the building at all times and should be accessible to occupants with impaired mobility.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires employers to provide clear, permanent exit routes and adequate exits for employees to leave safely in an emergency. OSHA’s requirements for exit routes, emergency action plans, and fire prevention plans are found at 1910.34 through 1910.39.
Employers must: