Fire Door Inspection Service

The door leaf is checked to confirm it is constructed from an approved fire-resistant core, such as solid timber, steel, or a certified composite material. The condition of the door is inspected for damage, delamination, or unauthorised alterations that could compromise its fire resistance.

Intumescent/smoke seals

Intumescent strips and smoke seals are inspected along the door edges and frame to ensure they are present, continuous, and undamaged. Inspectors check that the correct type is fitted for the door’s fire rating and that seals are not painted over, missing, or incorrectly positioned, as this would prevent effective sealing during a fire.

Smoke seals

Smoke seals are checked to confirm they are correctly installed at the top and sides of the door leaf and remain flexible and intact. Any splits, gaps, or missing sections are noted, as ineffective smoke control significantly increases the risk of toxic smoke spread.

Fire-rated furniture

All door furniture is inspected to verify it is fire-rated and suitable for the doorset. This includes hinges, locks, latches, handles, closers, signage, and viewers. Non-rated or incompatible components are recorded, as a single unapproved item can invalidate the door’s certification.

Hinges, locks and latches

Hinges are checked to confirm they are fire-rated, securely fixed, and typically installed in sets of three. Locks and latches are inspected for certification, condition, and correct operation, ensuring they would remain functional under fire conditions.

Self-closing mechanisms

The self-closing device is tested to ensure the door closes fully into the frame without obstruction, slamming, or sticking. Inspectors verify the closer is appropriate for the door size, weight, and location, as fire doors must never be left reliant on manual closing.

Letter boxes

Where fitted, letter boxes are inspected to confirm they are fire-rated and incorporate intumescent protection. Any non-fire-rated letter boxes or unauthorised modifications to the door leaf are recorded as critical defects.

Door frames

The frame is checked to ensure it is compatible with the door leaf’s fire rating and installed in accordance with certification or test evidence. Fixings, fire-stopping, and gap tolerances are inspected, with particular attention to maintaining a consistent gap of around 3mm and no more than 4mm.

Fire-rated glass panels

Glazing is inspected to confirm the correct type of fire-rated glass is installed as part of a certified doorset. The condition of the glass, beads, seals, and fixings is checked to ensure they remain intact and compliant.

Integrity–only (E–rated) glass is checked for correct installation to prevent flames and hot gases passing through.
Integrity and radiation control (EW–rated) glass is inspected to ensure it also limits radiant heat transfer.
Integrity and insulation (EI–rated) glass is examined to confirm it provides full protection against flames, smoke, and heat.

Any damage, incorrect glazing system, or uncertified installation is recorded, as glazing failures can lead to rapid fire and smoke spread.

What our clients say

From national pub chains to global insurance, our clients value our expertise and service.

I have found the team at Praxis42 to be one of the best providers of fire risk assessments in the UK. The fire expertise, together with a robust quality assurance process, means the quality of fire risk assessments are high.

The customer services ethos of the leadership team, together with the number of directly employed fire risk assessors means Praxis42 are quick to respond and react to our changing prioritises and resourcing requirements.
Rachel Price – Director, Health and Safety Consulting UK&I at AECOM

Praxis42 have provided health, safety and food hygiene audits and risk assessments for our public house estate for nearly 10 years and visit over 3200 premises annually.

Their multi-skilled team understand what is required and apply pragmatic solutions to help us ensure compliance across the complex hospitality environment. Coupled with this they use technology to deliver and are flexible in their delivery and enable us to continuously improve our risk profile and are a pleasure to work with.
Dan Dutfield – Group Safety Manager – Ei Group

We worked with Praxis42 in August 2020 to obtain a Covid-19 Return to Work eLearning module for our staff.

The module from Praxis42 stood out from others as it delivered on all fronts: the content was excellent, it was visually engaging as a result of using the latest eLearning software and the user experience was fantastic.
William Brown – HR Manager – The Glasgow School of Art

I would have no hesitation in recommending Praxis42 and their interactive and engaging training solutions.
Ian Horsman, Head of Health, Safety and Environment at Atos UK

The compliance learning management system tracks, records and reports on the training which provides just the right level of information for me to manage completion of the programme.

Working with Praxis42 was very simple and they were helpful and professional throughout the process.
Marianne Pendray – Director of Operations, Legal and Compliance – ITV

Praxis42 were chosen after an extensive tender process earlier this year.

The quality and range of the e-learning courses, assessments and documents were excellent and the ability to tailor these to the specific needs of Hiscox customers greatly appreciated. The team has shown themselves to be highly professional, flexible and dedicated to building a long-term partnership with Hiscox and delivering a great experience to our customers.
Chris Parker – UK Underwriting Vendor Manager – Hiscox

Praxis42 understands how a compliance programme is delivered and supports me at a strategic level, with insights and help with what often appears a complex subject, with pragmatic clear guidance, advice and solutions.
Ross Warden – Retail Director – Kurt Geiger

We like working with Praxis42 as they are large enough to manage the business requirement but are small enough to ensure that there is a personal relationship to assist with dynamic situations at speed to ensure that McColl’s needs are met.
Alison Fagan – Health and Safety Manager – McColl’s

We are delighted that our partnership with the Praxis42 team has been extended for a further three years and are looking forward to working with them on the next phase of our safety journey.
Ellen Davis – HSW Operations and Vendor Manager – BT

Ensure safety with regular fire door inspections

Effective fire doors are a critical line of defence in the event of a fire, containing smoke and flames to protect lives and property. Regular fire door inspections are essential to ensure your doors, frames, and hardware remain compliant, especially for older or modified installations.

Choose our trusted fire door inspection service for peace of mind and confidence in your building’s fire safety measures. Whether you require a one-off fire door survey or ongoing fire door checks, we are here to support you.

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