If health and safety is at the top of the priority pyramid for building managers at commercial sites across the UK, then fire safety is right at the very tip. Responsible organisations have a duty of care to put in place safety measures related to fire, and one of the ways they can do this […]
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The Importance Of Fire Door Replacement
Many buildings are subject to the legal, mandatory installation and presence of fire doors – and those responsible for the buildings’ fire safety need to be aware that regular inspection of the doors is required to ensure that they are always ‘fit for purpose’! Fire doors are essential in delaying the spread of smoke, heat, and flame, and in creating time for a safe evacuation of the building in the event of a fire emergency. These doors must always be in full working condition and must be maintained to the highest standard – there will, however, be times when these important safety features may need to be replaced. Here are some aspects of fire door maintenance to consider
Read MoreWhen Is Fire Door Replacement Needed
Those responsible for any building that houses fire doors – and especially those buildings for which the installation and presence of fire doors is legally mandatory – needs to be aware of the need for regular inspection of the doors to ensure that they are always ‘fit for purpose’! Building owners, managers, or landlords will want to ensure that they are spared the expense and inconvenience of having to replace these doors at any stage, and that the scheduled fire risk assessments do not reveal substandard or ineffective fire doors
Read More5 Crucial Benefits Of Having Fire Doors In Your Home
We are all probably aware of the fire doors installed in public buildings and workplaces as a legal requirement – but not everybody considers installing them in their homes! Lots of people have smoke detectors and fire alarms at home, but not that many actually install fire doors – but there are many reasons why they should!
Read MoreWhat Is A Security Fire Door?
Many buildings must have, by law, specialised security fire doors installed in appropriate locations. This is the responsibility of the building owner or appointed manager who must ensure that the building offers the best protection against a fire outbreak within the building to ensure the safety of the building occupants and other users. Here are […]
Read More4 Tips For Fire Door Safety In Schools
Every school has a duty of care for its pupils and staff, in many different aspects – behaviourally, educationally, personally, and of course, of paramount importance, for their safety and security. Of all these vital responsibilities, fire safety is a main consideration, and an important aspect of that protection are the fire doors installed in […]
Read MoreWhat’s The Difference Between Internal and External Fire Doors
All public, and many residential, buildings will have fire doors installed both internally and externally – these doors perform vital safety functions in the wellbeing of any occupants or visitors to the building in the event of a fire outbreak. Here are some details on the differences between internal and external fire doors: Internal […]
Read MoreCan High Security Wooden Doors Also Be Fire Resistant?
Many commercial buildings, along with industrial properties, will be fitted with high security doors to protect the property from illegal entry and to secure the people and contents inside the building. As well as the security aspect, all commercial buildings, and many domestic properties, must have fire resistant doors installed as a matter of law […]
Read MoreWhy Buy Pre-Hung Fire Doors
Anybody undertaking a building project of any kind, be it a whole new construction or a conversion, should consider pre-hung fire doors for your project. A pre-hung doorset consists of a door leaf which has been pre-hung into a frame with its architrave, handles and locks fitted on one side. Once secured onsite into the […]
Read MoreA Quick Guide To Fire Doors For The Healthcare Sector
In every public building there is a necessity and responsibility for safety to be of paramount importance and that includes stringent protection against any fire outbreak. This is particularly important in healthcare environments such as hospitals and care homes where there will be many infirm or elderly occupants with limited mobility for whom having to […]
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