Decoding Delayed Egress

Course Description

This course is an introduction to International Building Codes (IBC) 2018 Delayed Egress. We will discuss how the delayed egress code has changed over the years, from the 2012 and 2015 code series. We will review the common hardware used in setting up a delayed egress system. Get ready to dive into the codes as presented in the IBC 2018 code series and provide answers to your delayed egress questions. 

By completing this course, attendees should be able to:

  • Locate the sections related to delayed egress code in the IBC 2018 code book online.
  • Describe the basics of where delayed egress can be applied by occupancy codes.
  • Recall key sections of the delayed egress code for application standards.
  • Recognize the delayed egress exceptions allowed for I-Institution occupancies.