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If you're not using a gauge for door force, you're doing it wrong
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morganh446mo ago
So @shane_carter, are you asking what happens if you just guess the door force? Guessing can lead to doors that are too hard or too easy to open. That's a big safety problem. If a door is too stiff, people might not be able to open it fast in an emergency. The penalty isn't just about money, it's about risking lives. Using a gauge is the only way to know for sure and follow the rules.
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shane_carter6mo ago
But what's the actual penalty for guessing?
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shane_carter6mo ago
Honestly, Morgan's point about people not getting out fast in an emergency is the real kicker. My guessing skills are so bad I'd probably get the force wrong and then just get stuck there looking dumb, holding up the whole fire drill. Tbh the penalty is mostly on my conscience for being that lazy. Using the gauge is just easier than explaining why I guessed 30 pounds when it was actually 15.
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