Fire Door Inspection
Fire doors are a key part of your building’s safety, helping to contain the spread of fire and smoke when it matters most.
Fire doors are essential safety features, containing fire and smoke to give occupants more time to escape. Regular inspections are vital, not just for compliance but to ensure the safety of your building and everyone in it.
We ensure your fire doors meet UK fire safety regulations and are ready to protect your premises and its occupants. Our fire door inspections provide clear, actionable insights, making it easy for you to stay compliant and keep your people safe.
Our fire door inspection surveys cover all essential safety aspects to ensure your fire doors work as they should and comply with the latest standards and best practice guidance.
Visual Inspection and Evaluation
We conduct a comprehensive visual inspection of your fire doors, checking for any damage, wear, or non-compliance issues. This includes the door leaf, frame, fire door hinges, and hardware, ensuring every component is in good condition.
Measurement and Compliance
We measure gaps around the door to ensure they meet fire safety standards—less than 4mm at the top and sides and less than 8mm at the bottom. Any deviations from these measurements could compromise the door’s ability to contain fire and smoke, affecting its fire-resisting qualities.
Certification Check
Our team verifies that your fire doors are certified to meet the required fire rating, such as FD30 or FD60, ensuring they provide the necessary fire resistance. We also confirm that the fire door signage is correctly installed and clearly visible.
Testing of Self-Closing Device and Seal
We test all fire door closing devices to ensure they function properly and that the door can effectively close fully. We also check the intumescent strips and cold smoke seals for signs of wear, ensuring they are intact and capable of preventing the spread of smoke.
Fire Door Inspection FAQs
A fire door inspection survey is a thorough examination of fire doors and their components to ensure they meet fire safety regulations. The inspection covers the door leaf, fire door frame, hinges, seals, and self-closing devices to ensure proper functionality.
Yes, under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, fire door inspections are mandatory for all non-domestic properties. As of October 2023, stricter rules apply to buildings over 11 metres tall, requiring communal fire doors to be inspected every three months and flat entrance doors to be inspected annually.
Fire doors should be inspected every six months for most buildings, although the specific frequency is determined by your fire risk assessment. For buildings over 11 metres, communal fire doors must be inspected every three months, while flat entrance doors should be inspected annually.
During a fire door inspection survey, certified inspectors check all aspects of the fire door, including the intumescent and smoke seals, fire door hinges, and closing mechanisms. Gaps are measured, and the door’s fire-resisting qualities are assessed to ensure they meet regulations.
While you can conduct basic visual checks, it’s recommended to hire a certified fire door inspector for a comprehensive fire door survey. Certified professionals ensure your doors meet the latest legal standards.
Originally a joint venture between the British Woodworking Federation (BWF) and the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI), The Fire Door Inspection Scheme (FDIS) was established in 2012 as the only nationally accredited scheme for fire door inspections. The scheme, as of November 2023, is now solely by the BWF. Fire Door Inspectors certified by FDIS are trained to the highest standards and undergo a rigorous registration, training, and assessment process before being granted certification.
Neglecting regular fire door inspections doesn’t just put your business at legal risk—it compromises safety and peace of mind. Failing to comply with fire safety regulations can result in significant fines and legal action, not to mention the potential for your insurance policy to be voided. But beyond the financial consequences, the real cost is the safety of your people. Fire doors are a critical line of defence in an emergency, helping contain fire and smoke, and giving everyone valuable time to evacuate safely. At Omny, we believe in staying ahead of these risks—because when you’re proactive, you’re protecting your people and your business.
The cost depends on the size and complexity of your building. Contact Omny for a tailored quote that meets your specific needs.
Fire doors are essential safety features, containing fire and smoke to give occupants more time to escape. Regular inspections are vital, not just for compliance but to ensure the safety of your building and everyone in it.
Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, all non-domestic buildings must maintain fire doors in good working order. While there isn’t a set frequency for all buildings, for most businesses, inspection frequency should be guided by your fire risk assessment, considering factors like occupancy and building use.
Fire door inspections are also an important part of fire risk assessments. The Fire Safety Act 2021 clarified that fire doors, including flat entrance doors in multi-occupied buildings, must be included in risk assessments. Since January 2023, the Fire Safety (England) Regulations introduced quarterly checks for communal fire doors in buildings over 11 metres, with annual checks for flat entrance doors.
