However, depending on the findings of your risk
assessment and where more than one escape
route is available, items such as those below
may be acceptable if the minimum exit widths
are maintained and the item presents a relatively low fire risk:
• non-combustible lockers;
• vending machines;
• small items of electrical equipment
(e.g. photocopiers); and
• small coat racks and/or small quanities of
upholstered furniture which meets BS 7176
or the Furniture and Furnishings (Fire)
(Safety) Regulations 1988.