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Posted on 1 May 2026

BS 8214:2026 is here. And it changes how fire doors should be managed

BS 8214:2026 isn’t just an update to existing guidance. It represents a shift in how fire doors are understood, installed and managed in practice. For many organisations, fire doors have historically been treated as individual components. Something to specify, install, and check periodically. That approach is no longer enough. A shift from components to systems The key change in BS 8214:2026 is the move towards treating fire doors as a complete system. That means looking beyond...

Posted on 21 November 2025

The importance of Fire Door Surveys: Protecting people and property

Ensuring fire safety is more than just compliance - it’s about protecting lives. One key element often overlooked in buildings is the condition and maintenance of fire doors. Fire Door Surveys and fire door inspections play a crucial role in safeguarding occupants and meeting regulatory obligations. Did you know? 75% of UK fire doors fail inspection UK fire services attended over 150,000 fires in 2024 In this article we talk...

Posted on 2 May 2025

Fire Door Survey Reporting Best Practices

Fire door surveys play a critical role in protecting lives and property, but the inspection itself is only half the process. The true value of a fire door survey lies in the quality of the report produced. For responsible persons, building owners and facilities managers, a well-constructed report provides clarity, legal reassurance and a practical route to compliance. This article explores best practice principles for fire door survey reporting and...

Posted on 22 April 2025

Fire Door Frame Issues Identified in Surveys

Fire door frames play a critical role in the performance of a fire door assembly, yet they are frequently overlooked. Professional fire door surveys regularly identify frame-related defects that significantly compromise fire resistance, even where the door leaf appears compliant. Understanding common frame issues highlights why competent fire door surveys with checklist are essential. The Role of Fire Door Frames in Fire Performance Structural support and stability The frame provides...

Posted on 10 April 2025

Fire Door Survey Legal Requirements

Fire doors are a legal requirement in many buildings and are a critical part of passive fire protection. Fire door surveys help ensure these doors continue to perform as intended and that duty holders meet their legal obligations. Understanding the legal framework surrounding fire door surveys enables responsible persons to manage risk effectively and avoid non-compliance. Fire Safety Law and Fire Door Responsibilities The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005...

Posted on 15 March 2025

BS 8214 and Fire Door Surveys

Fire door surveys are not carried out in a vacuum. Professional inspections are guided by recognised standards that define what good practice looks like in design, installation and ongoing maintenance. One of the most important of these is BS 8214, which provides authoritative guidance on timber-based fire door assemblies. While BS 8214 is not legislation, it plays a central role in how competent fire door surveys are conducted, interpreted and...

Posted on 21 January 2025

Fire Door Survey Checklist

Fire door survey checklists are the foundation of every professional inspection. They provide a structured framework that ensures inspections are thorough, repeatable and aligned with recognised standards. Without a checklist, surveys risk inconsistency and missed defects, undermining both safety and compliance. This article explains how checklists are used in fire door surveys and why they are essential to effective fire safety management. Why Checklists Are Critical in Fire Door Surveys...

Posted on 14 August 2024

What To Look For With A Fire Door Inspection Service

In this post we talk about what a fire door inspection is, what’s included, who can do them and how often they need to be done. But first, let’s look at some stats. ‘Fire Door Inspections…where shall we start? Well... Let’s just say it how it is. The Fire Safety Order 2005 says that the Responsible Person for non-domestic buildings must check that fire doors and frames are correctly installed...

Posted on 19 February 2024

Upcoming Fire Door Awareness Course Dates

There is still time to book on to our 1-day Fire Door Awareness Courses in 2024 The course is designed as an 'introduction to Fire Doors' and the importance of the correct installation, maintenance, testing and checks of fire-resisting doors, and doorsets, in the workplace and residential settings. Details Here: Fire Door Training Information The course is fully accredited by The Institute of Fire Safety Managers (IFSM). The course offers...

Posted on 17 May 2023

What is included in a Fire Door Inspection?

A fire door inspection checks whether a fire door is correctly installed, maintained and capable of resisting the spread of fire and smoke in the event of a fire. A professional inspection will normally assess the fire door leaf, frame, hinges, gaps, seals, glazing, closers, signage and overall compliance with current fire safety legislation and guidance. Fire doors are a critical part of a building’s passive fire protection system. They...

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BS 8214:2026 is here. And it changes how fire doors should be managed

The importance of Fire Door Surveys: Protecting people and property

Fire Door Survey Reporting Best Practices

Fire Door Frame Issues Identified in Surveys

Fire Door Survey Legal Requirements

BS 8214 and Fire Door Surveys

Fire Door Survey Checklist

What To Look For With A Fire Door Inspection Service

Upcoming Fire Door Awareness Course Dates

What is included in a Fire Door Inspection?

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