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Fire Door Inspections
A fire door inspection is a crucial process to ensure that fire doors remain effective in preventing the spread of fire and smoke within a building. Fire doors are designed to provide a safe exit route for occupants and to protect escape routes from fire hazards. They need to be regularly inspected and maintained to ensure they function correctly in an emergency.
Here’s a checklist for a typical fire door inspection:
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1. Check the Door Leaf (Main Door)Condition of the Door: Look for any physical damage, such as holes, cracks, or dents, that could compromise the integrity of the door. Certification Label: Ensure the fire door has a visible fire-resistance label or marking indicating the fire rating (e.g., FD30 meaning 30 minute fire door, FD60 meaning 60 minute fire door) which tells you how long the door can withstand fire. Proper Fit: The door should fit within the frame without significant gaps. A poorly fitting door can reduce its fire-resistant capabilities.
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2. Check the Door FrameCondition: Inspect for damage, including cracks or missing parts of the frame. Sealant: Ensure the frame is sealed appropriately, and there are no gaps where smoke or flames could pass through.
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4. Check the Door SealsIntumescent Seals: These seals expand when exposed to heat, sealing the door to the frame to prevent smoke and fire from passing through. Check for any signs of damage or wear. Smoke Seals: These are separate from the intumescent seals and should be intact and undamaged to prevent the passage of smoke during a fire.
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5. Check the Door’s OperationEase of Movement: The door should open and close easily without any obstruction or sticking. It should not require excessive force to operate. Clearance: There should be no more than a small gap (usually 3mm) between the door and the frame when the door is fully closed.
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1. Check the Door Leaf (Main Door)Condition of the Door: Look for any physical damage, such as holes, cracks, or dents, that could compromise the integrity of the door. Certification Label: Ensure the fire door has a visible fire-resistance label or marking indicating the fire rating (e.g., FD30 meaning 30 minute fire door, FD60 meaning 60 minute fire door) which tells you how long the door can withstand fire. Proper Fit: The door should fit within the frame without significant gaps. A poorly fitting door can reduce its fire-resistant capabilities.
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2. Check the Door FrameCondition: Inspect for damage, including cracks or missing parts of the frame. Sealant: Ensure the frame is sealed appropriately, and there are no gaps where smoke or flames could pass through.
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4. Check the Door SealsIntumescent Seals: These seals expand when exposed to heat, sealing the door to the frame to prevent smoke and fire from passing through. Check for any signs of damage or wear. Smoke Seals: These are separate from the intumescent seals and should be intact and undamaged to prevent the passage of smoke during a fire.
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5. Check the Door’s OperationEase of Movement: The door should open and close easily without any obstruction or sticking. It should not require excessive force to operate. Clearance: There should be no more than a small gap (usually 3mm) between the door and the frame when the door is fully closed.
Importance of Regular Fire Door Inspections
Safety
Fire doors save lives by containing fires and providing a safe exit route.
Compliance
Regular inspections ensure that fire doors comply with fire safety regulations and standards.
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Prevent Damage
Timely repairs or maintenance can prevent further damage to fire doors, ensuring they function properly when needed most.
If you’re responsible for the inspection, consider using a qualified fire door inspector or contacting a fire safety expert if you are unsure about any part of the inspection process.
Fire Door Repair & Maintenance Services
Over time, fire doors can experience wear and tear due to environmental factors and lack of regular maintenance, which can compromise their performance. Addressing these issues promptly is crucial to ensuring your fire doors remain effective in protecting your building and occupants.
Our expert tradesmen are fully trained and approved repair technicians, allowing us to resolve a wide range of fire door issues efficiently. We prioritise repairs over replacements whenever possible, providing a cost-effective solution that extends the lifespan of your fire doors and helps avoid unnecessary expenses.
We are experienced in working within occupied buildings; both commercial and domestic, delivering repairs with minimal disruption to your daily operations. Each repair is thoroughly documented and certified giving landlords and building managers the assurance that their fire doors have been maintained to the highest safety standards.
Professional Fire Door Installation
Ensuring the safety of your building and its occupants starts with properly installed fire doors. Our team of skilled professionals offers expert fire door installation services, adhering to the highest safety standards and building regulations.
We provide a comprehensive service from initial consultation to final installation, ensuring that all fire doors are fitted to exact specifications and are fully compliant with local fire safety laws. Whether you're upgrading existing internal fire doors or installing them for the first time, we ensure that each door is fitted to meet the required fire resistance rating and performance standards.
We work with a wide range of fire door types, including FD30 timber doors, FD60 timber doors, steel fire door, steel fire exit doors and glazed doors, offering flexibility to meet the specific needs of your building. Additionally, our installations are carried out with minimal disruption to your building's occupants, and all work is fully documented and certified for peace of mind.
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