Fire Stair Security & Escape Door Locks: Protecting Lives & Property in Sydney

Common Security Risks for Fire Escape Doors

🚨 Unauthorised Access – Fire doors are often located in secluded areas, making them vulnerable to break-ins.
🚨 Weak Locks & Poor Maintenance – Cheap or outdated locks can easily be bypassed by intruders.
🚨 Compliance Issues – Fire stair doors must remain accessible for emergencies but also secure against forced entry.
🚨 Break-Ins & Vandalism – Unsecured fire exits in commercial buildings, strata complexes, and offices can lead to theft, property damage, and liability risks.

🔒 How to Secure Fire Escape Doors

1️⃣ Reinforce Doors with Blocked Plates

One of the most effective ways to prevent forced entry is by installing blocked plates around the locking mechanism.

✅ What Are Blocked Plates?
Blocked plates are reinforced metal covers that prevent tampering tools like crowbars or screwdrivers from being used to manipulate the lock.

✅ Why Install Blocked Plates?
✔️ Prevents Break-Ins – Stops intruders from bypassing locks.
✔️ Strengthens Lock Integrity – Reduces wear and tear.
✔️ Meets Security Standards – Essential for commercial and strata properties.

📍 Sydney Security Concern: Many fire escape doors in North Sydney, Artarmon, and Mosman lack blocked plates, making them prime targets for unauthorised access.

2️⃣ Upgrade to High-Security Fire Exit Locks

Many commercial and residential properties still rely on basic locks that offer minimal protection. Fire-rated locks that meet Australian Standards (AS1905.1:2015) are critical for both safety and security.

🚫 Risks of Low-Quality Locks:
❌ Easily Picked or Forced Open – Cheap locks are an easy target.
❌ Failure During Emergencies – Poor-quality locks can jam, preventing safe exit.
❌ Increased Maintenance Costs – Frequent repairs & replacements add up over time.

✅ Best Security Solutions:
🔐 Heavy-duty fire exit locks for commercial & strata buildings.
🔐 Smart locks with access control & remote monitoring.
🔐 Master key systems for streamlined security across properties.

📍 Local Security Risk: Many businesses in Lane Cove, North Ryde, and Kirribilli still rely on outdated locks, leaving them vulnerable.

3️⃣ Conduct Routine Fire Stair Security Audits

Regular security audits help pinpoint vulnerabilities in fire escape security. Our expert locksmiths provide detailed inspections to ensure compliance with fire safety regulations and security best practices.

🔍 Fire Stair Security Audits Include:
✔️ Lock testing & upgrades
✔️ Blocked plate & reinforcement installations
✔️ Master key & access control systems
✔️ Fire door compliance assessments
✔️ CCTV installation for high-risk zones

📍 Best suited for: Strata complexes, commercial buildings, real estate agencies, and offices.

4️⃣ Install CCTV & Electronic Access Control

Adding CCTV cameras and alarmed access control systems to fire stairwells and emergency exits helps prevent unauthorised entry.

🎥 Recommended Security Enhancements:
📹 CCTV monitoring for fire exit doors.
🚨 Alarmed fire doors for restricted access areas.
🔑 Electronic access control for staff-only zones.

📍 Common Problem Areas in Sydney: Milsons Point, McMahons Point, and Neutral Bay frequently experience unauthorised access issues, increasing security risks.

🏢 Fire Escape Security Solutions for Every Property Type

✅ Commercial Buildings – Secure office spaces, retail stores & warehouses.
✅ Strata & Apartments – Enhance resident safety and prevent break-ins.
✅ Industrial Facilities – Protect emergency exits in high-risk areas.
✅ Real Estate & Strata Management – Ensure compliance & tenant security.

📍 Service Areas:
✔️ Ryde (West Ryde, North Ryde, Top Ryde)
✔️ North Shore (Chatswood, Crows Nest, Artarmon, Roseville, Neutral Bay, North Sydney)
✔️ Surrounding Areas (Wollstonecraft, Milsons Point, McMahons Point, Kirribilli, Mosman, Lane Cove)