SECTION 259.444. Power Operated Locks  


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  • Power operated locks shall be motor, solenoid, or pneumatic type and provide electrical control unlocking, key unlocking by manual operation, and automatic mechanical deadlocking of doors upon closing. A door position switch and door position indicator shall be provided for all doors equipped with power operated locks. Door closers should be provided on all swinging doors equipped with power operated locks.

Source Note: The provisions of this §259.444 adopted to be effective April 4, 1999, 24 TexReg 2355