Manufacturers urged to review escape door compliance as new guidance comes into focus 

Automotive manufacturers and supply chain organisations are being encouraged to review their escape door arrangements following updated guidance under NSI certification standards, prompting many to reassess whether existing systems meet current expectations.

While the core standards, BS EN 179, BS EN 1125 and BS EN 13637 have been established for some time, their application is now under increased scrutiny following their formal inclusion within NSI NCP 109 requirements from October 2025. This is particularly relevant across manufacturing environments, where access control, automation and operational efficiency often intersect with safety-critical escape routes.

As a result, many organisations are reviewing how escape doors are classified, specified and operated across production facilities, warehouses and multi-site operations. While not all legacy doors require replacement, any doors forming part of an escape route must meet the relevant standards, and some systems may require upgrades to remain compliant.

Join Advantex and Abloy UK on Wednesday 27 May at 10am for a free, practical webinar designed to help you understand your obligations, reduce risk, and improve confidence in your building compliance.

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What You’ll Learn:

– The difference between emergency escape and panic escape applications
– Requirements of BS EN 179 and BS EN 1125
– How BS EN 13637 applies to electrically controlled escape doors
– Fire doors vs escape doors: how to manage both requirements
– Where access control systems often create compliance risk
– Common retrofit mistakes to avoid
– Important guidance for legacy refurbishments and new projects
– Live Q&A with industry experts

What You’ll Take Away:

A clear, practical understanding of how BS EN 179, BS EN 1125 and BS EN 13637 apply to your buildings, and what’s changed under NCP 109 following the October 2025 updates.

Plus, all attendees will receive our free Escape Door Compliance Q&A Guide.
A practical, easy-to-use guide designed to give you clear, straightforward insight into escape door compliance, helping you better understand current requirements, common challenges, and how to approach decisions across both new and existing environments.

Who Should Attend?

Building & Safety Responsibilities
For those responsible for the safe operation and compliance of buildings, including venues, workplaces, and estates. Relevant for Facilities, Estates, Health & Safety, Operations, and Compliance roles.

Design & Project Responsibilities
For those involved in the design, specification, and delivery of buildings, ensuring projects meet current requirements. Relevant for architects, M&E consultants, contractors, and project teams.

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