Title Page
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Building Name
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Photograph of Building:
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Conducted on
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Prepared by
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Scope of Fire Door Inspection (i.e FED / Communal or both)
- Flat Entrance Doors
- Communal Doors only
- Flat Entrance and Communal Doors
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Brief description of the building i.e layout, number of storeys
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Number of communal doors assessed
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Any no access doors?
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Detail location of no access doors and reason why?
Fire Door Checklist
- Fire Door
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Fire Door Reference ID or Location
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Required Fire Rating?
- FD30
- FD30S
- FD60
- FD60S
- FD120
- FD120S
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Is this a visual only or intrusive survey?
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Can you confirm whether the door is a certified fire door?
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Provide details of any labels / plugs fixed to the door
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Is the certificate available for review as part of this inspection?
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If no, confirm that the fire door inspection will be completed in accordance with BS 8214:2016 (if applicable)
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Height of the door leaf (mm):
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Width of the door leaf (mm):
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There are no generic recommendations for the dimensions of door frames for fire-resisting door assemblies. The minimum dimensions for frame cross-section, including any doorstop, should be obtained from the manufacturer or determined according to the fire test evidence and other relevant non-fire criteria.
The frame of a fire-resisting door assembly should provide not only support of the leaves in the cold state, but also adequate support of the leaves under fire exposure. The frame should be able to accept door hardware fixings to support the door leaf and fixings retaining the frame in the wall opening. -
What is the thickness of the frame?
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Lock / Latch
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Are there any additional locks fitted to the door?
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Hinge Type i.e CE Marked / BS Grade EN 11
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Are suitable hinges (x3) or pivots fitted?
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Are the hinges free of metal fragments, oil leakage and signs of wear?
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Have the hinges been bedded on or bypassed with a suitable fire protection material?
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Are all the screws in place?
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Single or Double door leaf?
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NOTE Failure of fire-resisting door assemblies under test is very often due to burn-through at the operating gap between the door leaf edge and the door frame.
A typical gap to achieve good fire performance is between 2 mm and 4 mm. -
Leaf to frame gap Closing Edge (mm):
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Leaf to frame gap Head (mm)
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Leaf to frame gap Hinge Edge #1 (mm):
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Leaf to frame gap Sill (mm):
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Under-door (threshold) gaps should be in accordance with the fire door manufacturer’s installation instructions for the particular design.
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Detail threshold gap (mm):
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Is there a consistent gap under the door that allows it to swing without touching floor covering?
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Are intumescent seals in place?
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Seal type:
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Are the intumescent seals fitted correctly and free from damage?
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Is the door fitted with smoke seals?
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Are smoke seals free from paint or varnish?
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Is the smoke seal in full contact with the door giving an effective seal?
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Is the door frame free from any damage affecting its fire integrity?
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Does the supporting structure appear fire rated / free from obvious damage?
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The frame to supporting construction should be as per the fire door certification and / or BS 8214:2016 (see Table 2-5). The manufacturer’s advice should be obtained for any door frame materials, types of construction or periods of fire resistance that are not covered in these tables.
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If visible is the frame to supporting construction perimeter gap properly sealed?
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Is the door fitted with a self-closing device?
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Is the self-closer functioning correctly?
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Is the closer correctly attached to the door and frame?
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Is the closer free from damage and oil leakage?
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Does the door close fully (from any angle) and engage the latch if fitted?
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If no latch is fitted does the closer hold the door in line with the frame and intumescing seal?
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If hung in pairs, do both doors close fully in line if both opened and released together?
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Does the door leaf sit against the door stop, flush with the frame and is it free of distortion?
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If the door is fitted with a hold-open device, is this functioning correctly?
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If the door is veneered or lipped, is the glue still holding these products firmly in place?
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Lipping thickness (mm):
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Is the door free from damage affecting its fire integrity?
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Is the door frame firmly attached to the wall?
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If a planted door stop is present, is it firmly attached?
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Is the latch / lock fitted correctly?
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Are there any glazed panels?
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Are the glazing beads well attached to the frame and free from damage?
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Is the glass free from damage and cracking?
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Is the glass fire rated?
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Are all components correctly fitted and in full working order?
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Is there a kickplate present?
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Does the kickplate take up more than 20% of the doorframe?
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Is there any other reason why the door requires repair or replacement?
