Download Your Free Fire Door Inspection Checklist
- 25 inspection items across 6 key sections
- Per-door format — use room by room
- Aligned to BS 9999:2017, BS EN 1154 & BS EN 1935
- Free forever — no account needed
What the checklist covers
25 inspection items across 6 sections — structured as a per-door sheet to use room by room.
Door Closer
BS EN 1154- Free from damage and not leaking
- Closes fully within 25 seconds
- CE/UKCA marked and correct power size
Hinges
BS EN 1935- Minimum 3 hinges fitted
- Fire-rated and CE/UKCA marked
- All screws present and tight
Signs & Certification
- 'Fire Door — Keep Shut' signage on both sides
- Manufacturer plug or certification label present
Vision Panels
- Fire-rated glass (or N/A if no panel)
- Free from damage and cracks
- Intumescent glazing seals intact
Gaps & Seals
BS 9999:2017- 2–4mm gap on latch side, hinge side, and top
- Continuous intumescent strips on all three edges
- Strips free from damage or compression
Door Leaf & Frame
- Door leaf free from damage or modifications
- Frame secure with no warping
- Any modifications within manufacturer spec
Why regular fire door inspections matter
Fire doors are cited in the majority of fire service enforcement notices on HMOs.
Legal requirement
BS 9999:2017 recommends fire doors are inspected at least every 6 months. The RRO 2005 requires the responsible person to maintain fire precautions — that includes fire doors.
Insurance risk
A fire door that fails to perform can void a buildings insurance claim. Non-compliant seals, damaged closers, or propped-open doors are commonly cited in post-fire investigations.
Tenant safety
FD30S fire doors give residents 30 minutes to escape a fire. A door closer that doesn't engage, or intumescent seals that have perished, can cut that window to near zero.
Checklist vs professional fire door inspection
This checklist is a visual inspection tool — useful for regular monitoring, but not a substitute for a qualified inspector.
| This checklist | Professional inspection | |
|---|---|---|
| Who does it | Responsible person / landlord | Third-party fire door inspector (FDIS / BRE-certified) |
| Cost | Free | Typically £50–£150 per door |
| Suitable for | 6-monthly monitoring, pre-inspection checks, new property assessment | Post-installation sign-off, regulatory enforcement, major refurbishments |
| Legal standing | Demonstrates due diligence — supports your FRA record | Third-party certified report — strongest evidence of compliance |
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