Push Bar Exit Door Locks in Newcastle and North Tyneside
Push bar exit doors - also known as panic bars or emergency exit hardware - are a legal requirement on many commercial premises, schools, and public buildings. They allow occupants to exit quickly in an emergency without needing a key, while remaining lockedfrom the outside. Moorside Locksmiths install, repair, and service push bar exit hardware across Newcastle and North Tyneside for commercial clients. Call us on 07968 567171.
WHAT WE DO
Installation We supply and install panic bar hardware on commercial fire exits and emergency exit doors. Hardware is selected to suit the door type, door width, and the specific requirements of the premises. We advise on compliance requirements where needed.
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Repair and replacement Push bar mechanisms can fail through heavy use, accidental damage, or simply age. Common faults include bars that have become stiff or will not release cleanly, latching mechanisms that fail to hold the door closed, and external access devices that are no longer functioning. We repair or replace on the same visit in most cases.
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Servicing Panic hardware on fire exit doors should be tested regularly to ensure it operates correctly. We can carry out testing and servicing and provide a written record of the work for your compliance records.
WHO WE WORK WITH
We install and service push bar exit hardware for:
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Offices and commercial buildings
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Retail premises
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Schools and educational facilities
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Hotels and hospitality premises
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Churches and community buildings
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Warehouses and industrial units
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Public buildings
IMPORTANT NOTE ON COMPLIANCE
Push bar exit hardware on fire exits must meet specific standards under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. We are not fire safety consultants and cannot certify your premises for fire safety compliance, but we can ensure the hardware is correctly installed and functioning. For full fire safety compliance, consult a qualified fire safety professional.
FAQs
Is push bar exit hardware a legal requirement?
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On designated fire exit doors in most commercial premises, yes. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires that fire exits can be opened quickly without the use of a key. Panic bar hardware is the standard solution. Consult a fire safety professional for specific compliance guidance for your premises.
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My push bar is stiff and difficult to operate. Can you fix it?
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Yes. A stiff or sluggish push bar is a common fault and is usually repairable rather than requiring full replacement. We diagnose on site and advise.
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Do you carry out servicing and provide a record of the work?
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Yes. We can service push bar hardware and provide written documentation of the work carried out, which is useful for your premises compliance records.