Fire Door Inspections

Professional Fire Door Inspections

Fire doors are a critical part of a building's passive fire protection system. When correctly specified, installed and maintained, they help prevent the spread of fire and smoke, protect escape routes and provide valuable time for people to evacuate safely.

Unfortunately, damaged, poorly maintained or incorrectly installed fire doors are common. Even relatively minor defects can significantly reduce the level of protection a fire door is designed to provide. Our professional Fire Door Inspection service helps organisations identify defects, prioritise remedial works and demonstrate compliance with current fire safety legislation.

Why Are Fire Door Inspections Important?

Fire doors are not simply doors with a fire rating. They are complete fire door assemblies comprising the door leaf, frame, hinges, glazing, seals, ironmongery and self-closing devices. Every component plays an important role in the door's performance during a fire.

Regular inspections help ensure fire doors remain fit for purpose throughout their service life. Identifying defects early can improve fire safety, reduce future repair costs and provide reassurance that fire protection measures remain effective.

The Legal Framework

Following the Grenfell Tower tragedy, fire safety legislation and guidance have placed increased emphasis on the ongoing inspection and maintenance of fire doors. The Fire Safety Act 2021, the Building Safety Act 2022 and the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 have reinforced the responsibilities of Responsible Persons to manage fire safety effectively and maintain fire protection measures within their premises.

While the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 introduced specific fire door inspection requirements for higher-risk residential buildings, routine Fire Door Inspections are considered good practice across all types of commercial and non-domestic premises as part of an effective fire safety management system.

Who Should Have Fire Door Inspections?

Fire Door Inspections are recommended for organisations responsible for maintaining commercial, industrial and residential premises, including:

• Office buildings
• Factories and manufacturing facilities
• Warehouses and distribution centres
• Schools and educational establishments
• Healthcare premises
• Hotels and hospitality venues
• Residential apartment buildings
• Public buildings

Many organisations choose to arrange Fire Door Inspections following a Fire Risk Assessment or as part of their planned preventative maintenance programme.

What We Inspect

Our inspections provide a detailed assessment of each fire door and its associated components, identifying defects that may affect fire performance or legal compliance.

Inspection items include:

• Door leaf condition
• Door frame condition
• Fire and smoke seals
• Door gaps and clearances
• Self-closing devices
• Hinges and fixings
• Glazing and glazing systems
• Locks, latches and ironmongery
• Fire door signage
• General operation and condition

Competent Fire Door Inspectors

The competence of the person carrying out a Fire Door Inspection is just as important as the inspection itself. At Good Skills Training, our Fire Door Inspectors are appropriately trained to inspect and assess fire doors in accordance with current legislation, recognised guidance and industry best practice.

Our inspections provide practical recommendations that help Responsible Persons understand the condition of their fire doors and prioritise any remedial works required.

Inspection Reports and Remedial Works

Following the inspection, you'll receive a clear report detailing the condition of each fire door, any defects identified and recommendations for remedial action.

Where repairs or replacement work is required, we can introduce you to one of our trusted specialist partners who can provide a competitive quotation for the necessary remedial works. This ensures any recommendations can be addressed by experienced fire door professionals, helping you maintain compliance and improve the safety of your premises.

Why Choose Good Skills Training?

Good Skills Training provides practical fire safety consultancy supported by experienced and appropriately trained Fire Door Inspectors. We believe Fire Door Inspections should provide more than a simple checklist; they should give Responsible Persons a clear understanding of the condition of their fire doors and the actions needed to maintain effective fire protection.

Our straightforward reports, practical recommendations and access to trusted remedial contractors provide a complete Fire Door Inspection solution from inspection through to corrective action where required.

Book a Fire Door Inspection

Whether you require a one-off Fire Door Inspection, inspections across multiple sites or support following a Fire Risk Assessment, we're here to help.

Contact Good Skills Training today to discuss your requirements and request a no-obligation quotation.