Fire Door Inspection Course
Recommended by the National Association of Fire Door Inspectors (NAFDI), our Fire Door Inspection Course provides participants with the knowledge to assess fire doors and ensure they are installed and maintained to support effective fire and smoke compartmentation in an emergency.
This training covers the legal requirements for fire doors, the components that must be checked, and the inspection methods to follow, enabling participants to spot defects, address risks, and strengthen fire safety across their organisation.
Interactive and self-paced, this online training uses real-world examples, quizzes, and end-of-section summaries to keep learners engaged and ensure knowledge is embedded.
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Benefits of Fire Door Inspection Course
- Recommended by the National Association of Fire Door Inspectors (NAFDI)
- Build practical skills to inspect fire doors and identify performance-critical defects.
- Strengthen compliance by understanding fire door legislation and standards.
- Improve accuracy in reporting, record-keeping, and recommending remedial actions.
- Interactive, self-paced eLearning with quizzes and end-of-section summaries keeps participants engaged and helps embed knowledge.
- CPD Certified and SCORM Compliant training.
- Instant access to course materials.
Our fire door inspection training is recommended by the National Association of Fire Door Inspectors (NAFDI), providing assurance that it meets the competency and quality standards expected within the UK fire industry and supports compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
NAFDI set strict criteria for membership and course delivery, ensuring our training is accurate, up to date, and delivered by competent professionals.
The course is SCORM compliant, which means it can be integrated as part of your existing LMS or used as part of our SHINE learning management system.
Learn more about our health and safety accreditations.
Ways to study
Online
You can study whenever and wherever suits you. Online courses are delivered through our SHINE platform, or to your own learning management system via SCORM.
eLearning
With eLearning, participants can access course materials at their convenience, fitting around their commitments.
- Engaging. Our courses engage learners through multimedia elements, simulations, and interactive exercises. This encourages active participation and increases learning retention.
- Tracking. Our learning management system, SHINE, enables administrators to track learners’ progress, the courses they have attended and the dates, which supports health and safety compliance.
- SCORM compatible. We offer courses as SCORM files so they can be integrated into an organisation’s existing learning management system.
- Assessment. There are multiple-choice quizzes throughout the courses so learners can check their understanding as they progress and consolidate their learning.
- Summaries. Each module concludes with a summary, reinforcing key concepts and enhancing understanding.
Our virtual classroom combines the advantages of in-person training with online learning.
- Experienced trainers. Online tutorials are led by health and safety trainers with many years of experience in the field. Learners benefit from their expertise and industry knowledge.
- Interactive. Learners can ask questions in real-time and receive immediate feedback from trainers, enhancing their understanding.
- Bespoke. Courses can be customised to meet an organisation’s specific requirements, so participants can apply what they have learned most effectively.
Virtual Classroom
Face-to-Face
Learning in-person in a collaborative environment equips your team with the knowledge and skills they need to ensure workplace safety and compliance.
- Expert trainers. Benefit from the expertise of qualified trainers with years of health and safety experience across a broad range of industries and types of organisations.
- Flexible. Choose a location convenient for your team, whether at your premises or a designated training facility.
- Tailored. Course content can be customised to align with your organisation’s specific requirements and industry challenges, ensuring knowledge can be applied effectively to your workplace.
- Supportive. Learners engage in discussions, share knowledge, and collaborate to learn from each other’s perspectives and experiences as well as from the trainer.
- Interactive. Sessions are interactive to encourage active engagement which enhances understanding and helps learners to retain knowledge. Learning is through questions, feedback, discussions, and instructor-led presentations.
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By the end of the fire door inspection training course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the legal and regulatory requirements that apply to fire doors.
- Identify different fire door types and their key components.
- Explain how fire doors support compartmentation, evacuation, and overall fire safety.
- Distinguish between routine checks, annual inspections, and detailed technical assessments.
- Conduct systematic inspections, recognising defects, damage, and installation issues that could affect performance.
Fundamentals of a fire door
- What a fire door is and why it is essential to fire safety.
- The primary functions of fire doors in limiting the spread of fire and smoke.
- Fire resistance ratings and performance times, and what they mean in practice.
- Different types of fire doors, including combined fire and smoke doors.
- Common materials used in fire door construction and how they affect performance.
Fire safety regulations and responsibilities
- An overview of the legislation, regulations, and standards governing fire doors.
- The role and legal duties of the Responsible Person under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
- What ‘competence’ means in relation to fire door management and inspection.
- Requirements for appointing competent persons and maintaining appropriate records.
- How fire doors that do not meet current standards can affect compliance and invalidate certification.
Key components of fire doors
- The main components of a fire doorset, including door leaves, frames, and fixings.
- The purpose and inspection of intumescent and smoke seals.
- Fire-resistant glazing and glazing systems, including approved methods of installation.
- Ironmongery, hinges, self-closing devices, hold-open devices, and panic or emergency exit hardware.
- Fire door signage requirements and the role of certification, labelling, and test evidence.
- Other hardware and finishes, including environmental protection and corrosion resistance.
Inspection practice
- The responsibilities of fire door inspectors and those carrying out routine checks.
- What must be checked during basic, routine, and formal fire door inspections.
- The difference between informal, non-intrusive, and intrusive inspections.
- How often inspections should be carried out, based on building type and use.
- Record-keeping requirements, including what information must be documented and reported.
At the end of this online training course, there are 10 multiple choice questions to answer, and the pass mark is 80%.
Who should take this course?
This online fire door inspection course is for anyone responsible for checking, maintaining, or managing fire doors, including facilities staff, fire wardens, and Responsible Persons.
Course duration
The Fire Door Inspection course takes approximately 2.5 hours to complete.
Certificate
You will receive a certificate on successful completion of the course, which is downloadable as a PDF file.
How is it delivered?
The Fire Door Inspection Course is delivered online or through a computer network to each trainee at their desktop, laptop or mobile device. We can also provide the course to be integrated into a SCORM compliant LMS.
Training can be completed at the employee’s own pace by “bookmarking” and recording progress and returning to the training later.
Do I need prior technical knowledge to complete fire door inspection training?
No. The course is designed for learners with varying levels of experience and provides the context, guidance, and examples needed to understand inspection requirements confidently.
Will this training help us demonstrate compliance during audits or enforcement visits?
Yes. The Fire Door Inspection Course helps learners understand what evidence is required and how to document inspections properly, supporting a clear audit trail for regulatory reviews.
Can the training be completed in stages, or does it need to be done in one sitting?
The course is fully self-paced, enabling learners to pause and return at any time without losing progress.
Is this course suitable for organisations with multiple sites?
Yes. The training is online, scalable, and consistent across teams, making it suitable for organisations with single buildings or large multisite estates.
What kind of support can I expect if I encounter issues with the course?
We offer full technical support to ensure a smooth experience, whether you’re using our SHINE platform or integrating the course into your LMS. Additionally, our customer support team is available to answer any questions related to course content or compliance.
Is there a discount if I need to train a large team?
Yes, we offer volume discounts for businesses that need to train multiple employees. Please contact us to discuss your requirements, and we can provide pricing based on your team size.
What happens if someone fails the course assessment?
Participants who don’t pass the assessment on their first attempt can review the course material and retake the assessment. The course is designed to support learning, with interactive elements and quizzes to reinforce understanding throughout.
How quickly can this training be rolled out to my team?
Once purchased, the course can be accessed immediately through our SHINE platform or integrated into your existing LMS, allowing employees to begin training right away.
Can I monitor employee progress throughout the training?
Yes, if using the SHINE platform, you can track employees’ progress, view completion rates, and download certificates for compliance records.
SHINE – compliance record keeping made easy
The Praxis42 Digital Platform SHINE is our advanced eLearning management system and helps organisations deliver effective online learning for their employees.
A cost-effective tool for compliance record-keeping, SHINE allows you to view and manage employee training records easily. Individual training certificates can be printed as proof of compliance for audits or visits from enforcing agencies.
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