When it comes down to it, fire doors play maybe the most important role in protecting people, property, and escape routes during a fire.
How? Well, it acts as a major obstacle against the spread of fire, giving firefighters time to get to your premises while allowing you to escape.
However, not every fire door automatically meets the required standards.
So, what makes a fire door certified against fire?
At Yeoman Shield, we know that before a fire door certification can be given, it must undergo rigorous testing, meet building regulations, and comply with current fire safety regulations.
This is what we do, and if we see issues, our expert team knows the importance of fire door maintenance and how it can be crucial in preventing the spread of a fire.
Click here, call 0113 279 5854 or email info@yeomanshield.com from anywhere in the UK to speak to our team of specialists, get your fire doors tested, repaired if necessary, and certified accordingly.
A certified fire door refers to a fire door that has been tested in accordance with fire regulations set out by the government.
When a certification is given, it means that the fire door set, frame, smoke seals, intumescent strips, and associated components work together to achieve a specific level of fire resistance.
There are many reasons for the need for a fire door, the most important of them being that a certification provides quality assurance that fire doors meet recognised safety regulations and performance standards.
Certification helps demonstrate:
Without proper certification, it may be difficult to prove that a fire door meets the required standards, meaning that in the case of a fire, insurance companies may be asking questions regarding it.
Before certification is granted, fire doors undergo extensive testing to make sure they can actually work in the case of a fire, and not leak smoke through.
After all, if your fire door cannot withstand a controlled test, how could it be expected to hold up against an out-of-control fire blazing from area to area?
Testing evaluates:
These tests determine the door’s fire resistance ratings and suitability for commercial and residential buildings, as well as flat entrance and smoke control doors.
Popular third-party certification schemes include:
Each certified fire door will typically carry a certification number, making it easier to verify compliance and trace product information.
The best way to ensure that a fire certification body approves your fire doors is by installing them correctly in the first place. That’s why we, at Yeoman Shield, exist!
Our experts are trusted with fire door installation and certification, ensuring that all manufacturer guidelines and relevant building regulations are followed without any chances taken.
As important as fire door installation is, there is much more to certification than just how the fire door is fitted; maintenance and inspections are equally vital.
Regular inspections should assess:
Under the Regulatory Reform Fire Safety Order 2005, responsible persons must carry out fire risk assessments and ensure fire protection measures remain effective.
This includes:
Fire door maintenance and inspections are a legal obligation for many building owners and responsible persons. In some instances, even the best building owners or responsible persons need help from experts. That’s where we, at Yeoman Shield, come in to help.
Whether you manage non-domestic buildings, multiple-occupancy properties, commercial buildings, or residential developments, understanding fire door certification is essential.
Click here or call 0113 279 5854 to consult with our fire door specialists at Yeoman Shield and get your fire doors installed, repaired, or maintained correctly, so that you can get them certified.
