Never Compromise Safety And Ensure Correct Installation Of Fire Doors By A Certified Installer

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Fire doors and frames are an important part of a building’s fire system and are vital they are installed properly. Building operators are to ensure safety compliance as per UK law. Installation of fire doors should always follow the manufacturer’s specifications because badly fitted fire doors are ineffective and risky. Incorrect installation of fire doors can put the business at risk and cancel the fire door safety certificate. It can lead to loss of life, and damage to property and huge fines could be issued under the Fire Safety Order.
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 informs that the Responsible Person has to inspect and maintain fire safety equipment. High-traffic buildings or areas such as schools and hospitals need to have their fire doors inspected every six months. The fire doors need to be installed as per the specifications set by the British Standards as mentioned in BS8214.
Fire doors are designed to be functional and to contain a fire within a particular area or room allowing occupants time to reach the fire escape and exit the building. Not every joiner or carpenter understands the ...
... requirements to install fire doors correctly. It is important to have a competent person handle the installation process because fire doors hold back fire and smoke. Fire doors also help fire services time to enter the building to put out the fire.
Correctly fitted fire doors are easier to maintain and will have a longer-lasting period. Before a business moves into a new office as part of their inspection of the property, they should check that the fire doors are compliant. If not they may need to pay the costs for rectifying any problems later on.
Unfortunately, some businesses try to save costs and pay an unqualified handyman or inexperienced third party to install their fire doors. Often this leads to problems, and a waste of time and money as the business will need to remedy fire doors that do meet the requirements for compliance. The Responsible Person in charge of safety must check and ensure all fire doors have been installed properly as instructed by the manufacturer.
Most fire doors need door closers, especially at the escape routes; this includes flat entrance doors, cross-corridor doors, office doors and stairwell doors.
It is crucial to find a trained professional who is qualified to install the fire doors and frames. One of the reasons fire doors fail inspections is because of incorrect installations causing gaps between the door and frame and the use of incompatible materials may prove to be hazardous.
Fire doors are made from timber and require intumescent seals, which expand in the event of a fire and seal gaps preventing oxygen from entering the room or building. It is a good idea to use paint or gloss on the paint-grade doors because timber doors will absorb or lose moisture depending on the environment and conditions of the atmosphere. If the door is constantly subject to moisture then over time the door will begin to warp and cause gaps to appear.
The employer is liable for fire stopping which can only take place when fire doors have been installed properly and safely. This will stop a fire, gases, and smoke from spreading throughout the building.
Fire door installations serve as a major part of passive fire protection, which involves a reliable fire door system, complete with the frame, seals and self-closing door devices. The company must ensure That all necessary is done to keep the fire doors in good condition. By complying with the safety regulations, the business can be rest assured of a safe and productive working environment.
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