REAC Tip: Window Safety Locks for Children

Window guards found in apartment and public hallway windows to protect children ten (10) years or younger from falling outside the building are permissible. They are typically lightweight metal construction and can be dislodged with a reasonable degree of force when necessary. These child-safety window guards should not be considered as blocked egress unless they are improperly installed or constructed.

This information can be found in REAC Pass Compilation Bulletin Revision 1.