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KY_EnviroGuy

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20. Fire codes require proper means of egress....

Reply to hlthe2b (Reply #1)

Tue Nov 20, 2018, 08:05 PM

Nov 2018

in case of emergency - fire, mass panic, etc. The quantity and location of emergency exits are dictated by code. They must be maintained and must never be restricted or blocked.

The church cannot violate the fire codes, or else they can be shut down by the fire martial.....

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I found a church in Cleveland-diverse. The Pastor says they lock the doors during service for [View all] Demsrule86 Nov 2018 OP

Imagine what happens if a fire breaks out... they will be trapped like rats... hlthe2b Nov 2018 #1

They have exits that only open from the inside. But the big doors can't be made bullet proof...sad Demsrule86 Nov 2018 #3

Sad world indeed when we can't go to a house of worship w/o fear of tragedy. iluvtennis Nov 2018 #28

I know but a diverse congregation is a target these days. Demsrule86 Nov 2018 #29

Church doors that I have seen unlock from the inside. Blue_true Nov 2018 #19

Fire codes require proper means of egress.... KY_EnviroGuy Nov 2018 #20

Technically Hobson's Choice was a very good one. LakeArenal Nov 2018 #23

These are the times we live in now Ohiogal Nov 2018 #2

I worked hard for Cordray and was very disappointed but the Crypt keeper was known here. Demsrule86 Nov 2018 #5

The League of Women Voters has filed a lawsuit to get the districts redrawn before 2020. Ninga Nov 2018 #7

Excellent...that will make such a difference in the legislature and house races. Demsrule86 Nov 2018 #8

Fantastic! Ohiogal Nov 2018 #26

Yes do. Demsrule86 Nov 2018 #30

Oh ye of little faith... safeinOhio Nov 2018 #4

The early church faced threats too ...no doubt. But taking precautions to ensure the Demsrule86 Nov 2018 #6

You are right, sorry about my religious humor. safeinOhio Nov 2018 #9

But religious humor, blasphemy, and sacrilege Mr. Quackers Nov 2018 #10

It is fine...and there are no guns allowed in our church or I would not go. Demsrule86 Nov 2018 #11

Is it snowing near you? Demsrule86 Nov 2018 #12

Much as laws, economics and philosophies as well. LanternWaste Nov 2018 #17

Which church? NurseJackie Nov 2018 #13

That might be against the fire code..... Old Crank Nov 2018 #14

Reminds me of a church in Goa, India that has cannons out front diva77 Nov 2018 #15

I think those are most likely historical and decorative, not intended for use. CaliforniaPeggy Nov 2018 #16

Where's the nonexistent god of that church? Oh, wait... Red Raider 85 Nov 2018 #18

They need to pray more. Apparently god needs to be asked for help. nt USALiberal Nov 2018 #22

Short of banning and collecting guns, nothing stops a lone nut from a mass shooting. nt USALiberal Nov 2018 #21

Uninted Universalist Church HelenWheels Nov 2018 #24

While it's true that Trump feeds this fire, it was already burning before he was elected. progressoid Nov 2018 #25

I remember reading about a Tennessee church that was shot because the shooter dsc Nov 2018 #27

Unfortunately we live in a day and age where people will shoot up a religious service crazycatlady Nov 2018 #31