Escape Locks

Escape locks ensure that you can get out of rooms in a building safely and quickly if there is a fire. They are generally found in commercial and public buildings rather than residential properties.

Three Lever Escape Deadlock - Image © Aldridge Security

Escape locks are a form of deadlock. The pulling of door's handle will retract both the latch and the deadbolt, meaning that the user does not have to spend precious time unlocking the door with a key. Even if the door is locked, the handle on the inside of the door will unlock it.

Escape locks should not be used on final exit doors.