Fire Door Installation & Inspection
All our Fire Door inspections and installations are carried out by certified Fire Fighters and Fire Training Instructors.
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Commercial fire door inspections often lead to confusion due to unclear requirements over the years, leaving facility managers uncertain about their internal responsibilities and the frequency of inspections needed. At Fireguard, our team of fire protection experts aims to provide clarity and assistance in navigating these requirements.
Responsibility for conducting annual fire door inspections lies with facility managers, safety engineers, or building owners. While routine inspections, such as monthly or bi-monthly checks, can be carried out by educated and trained personnel familiar with fire door components and maintenance, annual inspections must be performed by fire professionals.
These annual inspections can be seamlessly integrated into existing annual inspections for fire sprinkler systems, fire suppression systems, and/or fire alarm systems. This consolidation not only ensures comprehensive scrutiny of all fire safety measures but also provides peace of mind knowing that inspections have been conducted and certified by professionals. This certification serves as evidence of code compliance for local fire authorities.
Here are our top tips on Fire Door Safety:
- Maintain Clear Evacuation Pathways: Ensure that fire doors and other evacuation routes remain free from clutter, stock, or any obstacles that could hinder easy exit.
- Inspect Visible Labels: Regularly check fire door labels to ensure they are visible and legible, indicating when inspections are due.
- Ensure Proper Illumination of Exit Signs: Regularly inspect fire door exit signs to confirm they are well-lit and unobstructed for clear visibility.
- Regularly Lubricate Door Hinges: Adhere to a consistent schedule of lubricating door hinges to promote smooth and effortless door operation.
- Keep Hinges Clean: Prevent the accumulation of dirt and dust on hinges by cleaning them monthly to maintain optimal functionality.
- Inspect Door Frames and Hardware: Verify that door frames, latches, hinges, and non-combustible thresholds are correctly aligned, fully operational, securely fastened, and devoid of any visible damage.
- Confirm Complete Door Closure: Ensure that the self-closing mechanism functions correctly, resulting in the door closing fully from the fully open position.
- Sequence Inactive Leaf Closure: If equipped with a coordinator, ensure that the inactive leaf closes before the active leaf for proper functionality.
- Avoid Modifications: Prohibit the installation or modification of additional hardware or door stops on fire doors, as this can compromise their designation and result in costly code violations.
- Verify Seal Integrity: Regularly check that all seals and edging remain tight and flexible, as hardened seals will not create a proper suction seal.
Remember that fire doors are an essential part of fire protection, and their proper installation and inspection is crucial for ensuring their reliability during emergencies. It’s advisable to consult with a fire safety professional or a certified fire servicing company to ensure that all installation and inspection activities are performed correctly and in compliance with regulations.
Trust our professional team to keep your workplace safe and compliant. All our Fire Door installations and inspections are carried out by professional, fully certified Fire Fighters and Fire Training Instructors.
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