Deadbolt — security: code vs good practice

Code: no specific requirement. Good practice: Grade 1–2.

Strike screws — security: code vs good practice

Code: no specific requirement. Good practice: 3″ into framing.

Code: opens without key. Good practice: meet code.

Code: release from inside. Good practice: meet code.

Code: no specific requirement. Good practice: PoE, wired.

Code: no specific requirement. Good practice: rekey per tenant.

Systems · Chapter 28

Security is layers: good locks and doors, light, visibility, then cameras and alarms. None of it may block the way out in a fire.

IRC R311.2 egress doorsIRC R310 emergency openingsANSI/BHMA lock gradesFEMA P-320 safe rooms

28.1

Most break-ins come through doors. A strong door is only as strong as its frame and screws.

The frame fails before the lock.

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