Fire doors are only effective if they're properly maintained, yet regular inspection is a requirement many buildings fall behind on. Here's what's involved in a fire door inspection, how often it should happen, who's responsible, and how CTS can help keep your doors compliant and ready to do their job.
Fire doors only do their job if they're properly maintained. A door that doesn't close correctly, or has a damaged seal, can let smoke and flames spread into an escape route in seconds. Our fire door inspections give you the documented evidence you need to stay compliant, and the peace of mind that your doors will perform when it matters.
A fire door is a specially constructed door designed to hold back fire and smoke for a set period, typically 30 or 60 minutes, giving people time to escape and firefighters time to respond. To work as intended, every part of the door has to be correct: the leaf, frame, seals, hinges, and self-closing mechanism all need to be in good condition and free from damage. A fire door with even a small gap or a faulty closer can fail entirely when it's needed most.
Fire doors in communal areas of residential buildings, and in most commercial premises, should be inspected regularly, generally every three to six months, with more frequent checks in higher-risk or high-footfall areas. This isn't just best practice: fire door maintenance is a specific requirement under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, and building owners and managing agents are expected to keep clear records of every inspection.
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Our inspections are carried out by trained technicians and include a thorough check of:
Every inspection is fully documented, giving you a clear record for compliance, insurance, and audit purposes.
Responsibility sits with the "responsible person," typically the building owner, employer, or managing agent, whoever has control of the premises. This applies to landlords managing communal areas in flats and HMOs, as well as employers and building managers across offices, retail, education, and care settings. Regular inspection isn't optional, and gaps in your records can be picked up during a fire risk assessment or, worse, after an incident.
CTS provides fire door inspection services throughout:
Whether you need a one-off inspection or an ongoing programme across multiple sites, our team can help. Contact us today to arrange a survey or request a quote; we'll talk you through exactly what your building needs.
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