Fire Doors

Fire doors are important for preventing smoke spreading through the building and providing clear escape routes during the early phases of a fire. Smoke control is essentially a function of the air leakage rate through the door, so the performance of fire doors is linked to any areas of the door that are likely to provide a route for air flow, the primary route being the gap between the door and the floor. For this reason smoke control is reliant on the performance, location and adequate installation of seals that are fitted to the edges of the door.

Run these simple checks to see if your fire doors are legal

  1. Door Furniture - Does the door handle operate smoothly and freely return to a horizontal position? Are all screws tight? If on an escape route, can the door be opened without a key?

  2. Hinges - Are there a minimum of 3 hinges with all the screws fitted securely? Are the hinges free of metal fragments and oil leakage which could be signs of wear? Are the hinges marked with a CE stamp or BS EN 1935 grade 13?

  3. Locks and Latches - Does the latch hold the door firmly in place without rattling? – Does the latch/deadbolt engage fully into the strike plate?

  4. Door Closers - Open the door to 5˚ or 75mm. Does it close and engage the latch? Is the closer correctly fitted to the door and frame? Is the closer free from damage and not leaking oil? If unlatched, does the closer hold the door in line with the frame and intumescent seal?

  5. Hold Open Devices - If required, does the door release immediately and close fully into the door frame?

  6. Signage - Does the door display the correct signage? All fire doors MUST be signed.

  7. Door Seals - Are the intumescent and/or smoke seals in good condition, not missing or damaged? – Are the door seals to the correctly specified fire rating and function? Are the seals well attached inside the groove in the frame?

  8. Exit Devices - Is the panic or emergency exit device functioning correctly? Are the fixings of the operating device, bolts and strikes tight?

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