Site Details
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Certification:
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Is the door certified for fire resistance? (eg, FD30,FD60)
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Does the door display a certification label or mark (often found on the top or side of the door)
Door Condition
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Is the door free from damage? (no holes, splits, or warping)
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Are the door edges intact and undamaged?
Frame Condition
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Is the door frame in good condition, securely fixed and undamaged?
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Are the door gaps between the door and the frame consistent and within acceptable limits (typically 3-4mm)
Seals and Intumescent Strips
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Are the intumescent strips in place and undamaged
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Do the seals or strips run continuously around the door or frame?
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Are the seals free from paint, damage, or obstructions?
Hinges
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Are there at least THREE hinges properly fitted to the door?
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Are the hinges firmly secured with the correct number of screws (usually FOUR screws pair hinge)
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Are the hinges free from rust, damage, or missing parts?
Door Closers
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Is an automatic door closer installed and functional?
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Does the door close fully and securely from any position without assistance? (test full, half, quarter open)
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Does the door close without excessive force - slamming?
Door Gaps
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Are the gaps between the door and frame within 3-4mm along the top AND sides?
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Is the gap at the bottom of the door less than 10mm for smoke control doors (or as specified for the door type)?
Glazed Panels
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Are any vision panels or glazing clear and free from cracks or damage?
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Is the glazing fire-rated AND marked with appropriate certification?
Locks and Latches
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Are locks and latches fitted in a way that doesn't compromise the fire resistance of the door
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Can the door be opened easily without the use of excessive force?
Additional Hardware
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Is any additional hardware (handles, letterboxes, air transfer grilles) fire -rated and installed correctly?
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Are air transfer grilles fitted with automatic fire shutters where necessary?
Self Closing Mechanism
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Does the self-closing mechanism close the door fully without sticking?
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Is the mechanism free from damage, wear, or tampering?
Smoke Seals
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If the door is required to be smoke-sealed, are smoke seals in place and undamaged?
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Do the seals compress properly when the door is closed?
Hold-Open Devices (if applicable)
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If fitted with a hold-open device, does it release the door automatically when the fire alarm is triggered?
Fire Door Use
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Is the door being used for its intended purpose (not wedged open, blocked, or obstructed)?
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Are regular checks being recorded in a maintenance or building compliance log?
