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# Understanding Residential Alternative Means Of Egress, Including Retractable Escape Ladders

> In this webinar, Barry Mezei presents Understanding Residential Alternative Means Of Egress, Including Retractable Escape Ladders and examines life safety strategies for residential buildings where traditional...

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In this webinar, Barry Mezei presents Understanding Residential Alternative Means Of Egress, Including Retractable Escape Ladders and examines life safety strategies for residential buildings where traditional prescriptive egress solutions may not be practical. Learn about alternative means of egress, the role of retractable escape ladders, and key considerations for improving occupant safety in residential design.

## What you'll learn

* The importance of alternative means of egress in residential design
* Life safety challenges when traditional egress solutions are impractical
* How retractable escape ladders support emergency evacuation
* Design considerations for residential building safety
* Best practices for improving occupant protection and code awareness

## Watch the recording

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## Webinar details

* **Date:** July 2, 2026
* **Presenter:** Barry Mezei
* **Partner:** [Safer Escape](https://app.acelabusa.com/manufacturer/safer-escape-by-modum-2b22d9cf88064f1b8631b08058e4)