Fire Door Inspections
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Fire Door Inspections Anywhere in the UK
Our comprehensive fire door inspections service, makes sure that one of the most critical components of any building’s fire protection system are fully up to standard.
Properly functioning fire doors can prevent the spread of fire and smoke, providing occupants with crucial time to evacuate safely. However, over time, wear and tear, improper maintenance, or modifications can compromise the integrity of fire doors, rendering them ineffective in an emergency.
Our team of certified fire door inspectors are trained to meticulously assess every aspect of your fire doors, from the hinges to the seals, ensuring they meet regulatory requirements and are fully operational in the event of a fire emergency.
Fire Door Inspections Checklist
Our inspectors meticulously assess every aspect of your fire doors, including:
Material Condition
We evaluate the general condition of door materials to ensure they meet fire resistance standards.
Signage and Markings
Assessment of signage and markings for compliance with regulatory requirements, ensuring clear identification of fire doors
Door Hardware
Inspection of hinges, latches, closers, and other hardware to confirm proper functionality and alignment.
Overall Compliance
Comprehensive review to ensure compliance with relevant standards, including British Standards (BS) and Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
Seals and Gaps
Examination of intumescent seals and gaps around the door perimeter to verify adequate smoke and fire containment.
Fire Door Inspections FAQs
Fire Door Inspections and installations can be a tricky subject to get your head round with the amount of important legislation that they follow.
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions, which will hopefully clear up some of your concerns.
How often do fire doors need to be inspected?
According to the BWF-CERTFIRE Best Practice Guide, as a building owner or responsible person you should inspect your fire door once every 6 months.
Note: Doors in a high traffic area, are likely more susceptible
to damage and should be checked more frequently than
other doors in the building.
Who can carry out fire door inspections?
According to the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, it is necessary for a competent person to conduct inspections on your fire doors.
Any fire door inspector must be officially approved and possess the necessary qualifications to assess your doorsets effectively. The Fire Door Inspection Scheme (FDIS), endorsed by the British Woodworking Federation, serves as a recognised certification ensuring competence in the evaluation of fire door inspections.
Is it a legal requirement to have fire doors inspection?
An assessment of fire door integrity will verify the compliance of your building’s fire doors with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 therfore making it a legal requirement.
This legislation mandates that fire-resisting doors must be properly installed and adequately maintained to meet their intended function.
The law stipulates that those accountable for non-domestic premises must ensure the correct installation of fire doors and frames to effectively halt the spread of fire. For more information on the subject read our blog post here.
Do fire doors need certification?
All fire doors designs in the UK have to be tested to BS 476 Part 22, or the European standard BS EN 1634 Part 1.
Our Goal
Our goal is to transform a potentially overwhelming process into a reassuring experience, ensuring that our clients not only meet compliance but also have complete peace of mind regarding their fire safety measures.
Tom Lewis MIFSM
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