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Residential & Commercial
Fire Door Assessors

Your trusted partner for specialized fire door assessments

The importance of inspections

In the United Kingdom, fire door inspection, testing, and maintenance aren’t just good practices; they’re legal obligations for businesses. Failure to comply with these statutory requirements can lead to serious consequences, including legal liabilities and increased risk to life and property.

To mitigate these risks and ensure maximum fire safety, it’s crucial for businesses to arrange regular fire door checks. Edwards offers comprehensive plans tailored to the needs of different industries, ensuring that fire doors are inspected thoroughly every three to six months.

Our dedicated team of certified and trained technicians conducts these inspections with meticulous attention to detail. With Edwards, you can rest assured that your fire doors will be maintained to the highest standards, providing optimal protection in the event of a fire emergency.

Changes to Regulations in 2023


Key changes to the New Fire Safety Regulations in England from January 2023:

  1. Fire Door Inspections:
    • Quarterly checks on communal area fire doors.
    • Annual checks on flat entrance doors by the Responsible Person.
  2. Responsibilities:
    • Responsible Person (owner or managing agent) conducts prescribed inspections.
    • Emphasis on resident awareness for damage prevention.
  3. Additional Compliance:
    • Provide building plans to Fire Service.
    • Disclose exterior materials and risks.
    • Regular checks on firefighting lifts.
    • Install information box and visible evacuation signage.
  4. Origin
    • Stem from Grenfell Inquiry, aiming to enhance residential fire safety.

Our Fire Door Inspections:

  • Comprehensive visual examination of each fire-resistant door set.
  • Evaluation of overall condition and fire-resisting qualities.
  • Gap analysis between door and frame, including threshold suitability.
  • Assessment of closer suitability and effectiveness in door closure
  • Inspection of intumescent and smoke seals, including strips.
  • Examination of hinge condition, fitting, and operation, considering fire resistance.
  • Confirmation of fire door rating (FD30, FDS30, FD60, or FDS60).
  • Evaluation of fire characteristics and suitability of letterboxes.
  • Assessment of fire door signage and relevant markings.
  • Glazing assessment through etchings or notional evaluation.
  • Surround glazing, borrowed light, and door frame condition assessment.
  • Evaluation of door jam, handle, and furniture condition.
  • Check on the condition and operation of hold open devices.
  • Inspection of locks, latches, and vision panels for operational status.
  • Review of cold smoke seals and door set materials.
  • Visual inspection of fire door frame and leaf.
  • Assessment of materials used in the door set installation.

The resulting report outlines existing conditions, recommends improvements for compliance, statutory requirements, and business resilience objectives.