Hello,
we would like to have lockable windows throughout our new house. Our home builder’s planner has now told us that at least one window must have a standard, non-lockable handle for escape route reasons. Is that really the case? Where is this regulation stated?
Best regards,
Sabine
we would like to have lockable windows throughout our new house. Our home builder’s planner has now told us that at least one window must have a standard, non-lockable handle for escape route reasons. Is that really the case? Where is this regulation stated?
Best regards,
Sabine
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Caspar202027 Dec 2016 08:27nelly190 schrieb:
But I can hardly imagine that a lockable handle would help. Most likely, good fittings combined with locking pins and high-quality roller shutters that cannot be pushed up are more effective.The first attack vector is prying. It happens quickly and quite quietly.
Pins, pins, pins.
If that doesn't work, wire is pushed through the sealing gasket or simply the frame is drilled through, then wire is threaded through to operate the handle (there is also a helpful video on YouTube about this). And only lockable handles can prevent this (nothing else).
Breaking the glass is more difficult—especially with triple glazing or windows with an anti-burglary layer.
But even such windows are not truly immune to drilling attacks.
In the past, it was said that outdoor electrical outlets should not be left energized.
Nowadays, with current battery technology, this is no longer an obstacle.
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