A fire door survey is not a box-ticking exercise; it is an essential component of the fire safety plan of your building. Fire doors are meant to limit the rapidity or rate of fire and smoke spread enabling the people with ample time to run out safely. These doors will have to be installed well, maintained and inspected regularly to work well.
At CITY FIRE PROOFING LTD, we have observed that even slight defects in fire doors such as holes, broken seals or a frames which are not aligned would affect the complete fire compartment. That is the reason why our surveys are conducted by qualified personnel who are aware of exact stipulation of the ASFP and other fire safety standards in the UK.
What Does a Fire Door Survey Involve
To provide a professional survey of fire doors, some of the main inspection points will be discussed:
- Door leaf condition: Checking to ensure that there are no cracks, damage, or warping that may influence performance.
- Seals and edges: Checking that intumescent and smoke seals are present and operational.
- Frames and gaps: Measuring clearance to ensure that fire safety requirements have been met.
- Hinges and hardware: Checking to make sure that all elements are appropriate and in place.
- Signage and closing devices: Ensuring that doors are appropriately labelled and automatically close when necessary.
These checks are well documented using digital applications like the Onetrace application where they can be reported on, photographed, and comprehensive compliance reports can be prepared.
How Often Should You Arrange a Fire Door Survey
In the case of most commercial and residential buildings a fire door survey should be carried out at least once in a year. Nevertheless, the inspection can be more frequent in the environments that are more risky, i.e., hospitals, schools, and multi-storey buildings. Frequent maintenance guarantees that the fire regulations are observed and more to the point that your occupants are safe.
As our group does such surveys, we do not merely check, but give clear guidelines on what should be fixed, replaced or adjusted. This preventative strategy is beneficial in ensuring that the owners of the building remain on the right track without having to be caught unawares during audits.
What Makes Our Fire Door Surveys Different
Our quality and precision is something we are proud of. We have more than 60 years of experience and an engineering workforce of trained engineers so that we can offer a reliable service with a range of safety accolades. Our professionals liaise with site managers, architects and safety officers to ensure that each fire door is of the best standard as far as protection is concerned.
Our work involves technical ability, computer tracking and practical knowledge. Since survey up to remedial work, all that is recorded and in line with ASFP guidelines and you are at ease that you have accomplished all that is required in relation to fire safety.
Why Choosing the Right Partner Matters
Working with the right fire protection specialist can make all the difference. A proper fire door survey identifies risks early, maintains compliance, and helps you protect both people and property. When done by a trusted team, it’s an investment in long-term safety rather than a one-off task.
Fire door surveys play a critical role in building safety and legal compliance. With the expertise, technology, and commitment of CITY FIRE PROOFING LTD, you can be confident that every fire door in your building performs as intended when it matters most.
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