Commercial architects address the issue of security and safety in their designs for commercial office spaces in the following ways:
1. Physical Security: Architects design physical barriers to protect buildings and occupants from unauthorized access, such as fences, gates, windows, and doors that are constructed with shatter-resistant glass, hinges, and locks.
2. Access Control: Architects design electronic access control systems and surveillance cameras, which make it easy for the security personnel to monitor the movement of people across the building perimeter.
3. Emergency Egress: Architects are required to design safe and efficient routes for evacuation in case of an emergency. The architects design emergency exits, stairwells, and elevators that extend to every corner of the building.
4. Fire Prevention: Architects consult with fire safety experts to design fire suppression and detection systems for all commercial office spaces.
5. Structural Safety: Architects regularly consult with engineers, contractors, and building code officials to ensure the structural safety of buildings, including ventilation, electrical, and plumbing systems.
6. Training and Education: Architects also design facilities that include teaching and training rooms that enable all employees to learn and master new safety and security procedures.
7. Continual Updates and Improvements: Finally, architects need to update and improve upon designs as technology advances and new threats emerge. Regular reviews of the design best practices and building codes ensure that commercial office spaces are safe and secure for occupants.
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