Fire Door Inspection Checklist — Complete UK Guide 2026

FIRE DOOR INSPECTION CHECKLIST — UK GUIDE 2026

=== DOOR INFORMATION ===
Door ID/Location: _______________________
Date of Inspection: _______________________
Inspector Name: _______________________

=== DOOR LEAF ===
☐ Door leaf intact, no damage
☐ Fire rating label present and legible (FD30/FD60)
☐ No unauthorised modifications
☐ Door closes flush against frame
☐ Surface free from excessive paint

=== DOOR FRAME ===
☐ Frame securely fixed to wall
☐ Intumescent strips intact
☐ Frame square and true
☐ No structural damage
☐ Frame matches door rating

=== HINGES ===
☐ Minimum 3 certified hinges fitted
☐ All screws present and tight
☐ No excessive wear
☐ Correct hinge size (typically 100mm)
☐ Hinges free from paint buildup

=== DOOR CLOSER ===
☐ Door self-closes from any position
☐ Closing speed correctly adjusted
☐ Closer securely fixed
☐ Closer is fire-rated (CE/BS EN 1154)
☐ Closer arm intact and undamaged

=== SEALS ===
☐ Intumescent strips present and intact
☐ Cold smoke seals in good condition
☐ Seals not painted over
☐ Continuous seal coverage
☐ Correct seal size and profile

=== GLAZING (if applicable) ===
☐ Glass is fire-rated
☐ Glazing beads intact and secure
☐ No damage to glass
☐ Correct glazing system used
☐ Intumescent tape present

=== HANDLES & IRONMONGERY ===
☐ Handle operates correctly
☐ Lock/latch is fire-rated certified
☐ Handle securely fixed
☐ No damage to ironmongery
☐ Emergency release works correctly

=== SIGNAGE ===
☐ Fire door keep shut sign fitted
☐ Signs correctly positioned
☐ Signs in good condition
☐ Correct signage for door type
☐ Hold-open device signage (if applicable)

=== GAPS & CLEARANCES ===
☐ Top gap ≤ 3mm
☐ Side gaps ≤ 4mm
☐ Threshold gap within tolerance
☐ Gaps consistent around perimeter
☐ Door does not bind or scrape

=== HOLD-OPEN DEVICE (if fitted) ===
☐ Device is fire-safe certified
☐ Releases on fire alarm activation
☐ Manual release accessible
☐ Door closes fully after release
☐ Device correctly maintained

=== OUTCOME ===
☐ PASS — Door compliant
☐ MINOR DEFECTS — Remediate within 3 months
☐ MAJOR DEFECTS — Remediate urgently
☐ REPLACE — Door beyond repair

Notes/Defects:
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Next Inspection Due: _______________________
Inspector Signature: _______________________