Measuring travel distances for initial
dead-end travel
Where the initial direction of travel in an open
area (see Figure 27) is in one direction only or
within an inner room (see Figure 28), the travel
distance (A–B) should be limited to that for a
‘single escape route’ in Table 2.
Any alternative exits should be positioned to
ensure that a fire will not compromise both exits.
The maximum total travel distance recommended
in Table 2 should apply to the nearest exit
(Figure 27 and 28, distance A–C). However,
since you have two exits, your total travel
distance should not exceed that for ‘more than
one escape route’ in Table 2.