FL S0936

Creates section 553.8951, Florida Statutes, establishing standards for temporary door locking devices designed to prevent doors from opening during emergencies such as shelter-in-place orders, lockdowns, or safety drills

Defines temporary door locking devices as those that can be engaged and removed without opening the door, operated from the egress side without a key, and removed with a single operation when engaged

Allows temporary door locking devices to be installed at any height above the finished floor, overriding other existing requirements

Requires the Florida Building Commission to incorporate standards for these devices into the Florida Building Code, with local enforcement agency approval needed for use on fire exits

Mandates integration of temporary door locking device usage into building safety plans, safety drills, and staff training programs

Effective date: July 1, 2026