CFR 168 - Exit Routes, Emergency Action Plans, and Fire Prevention Plans Final Rule

On November 7, 2002, federal OSHA revised the standard for means of egress. The purpose of the revision was to rewrite the existing requirements in clearer language so they are easier to understand. The revisions (Federal Register) reorganize the text, remove inconsistencies among sections, and eliminate duplicative requirements. Additionally, all standards that reference Subpart E were revised to reflect the changes.

The N.C. Commissioner of Labor adopted the revised federal safety standards verbatim with an effective date of September 4, 2003.