Fire Door Compliance Checklist
Fire Door Compliance Checklist
I. Compliance Overview
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Objective: Ensure that [Your Company Name] adheres to all relevant legal and industry standards regarding fire door compliance.
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Responsible Party: [Your Name], [Your Title]
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Date of Last Review: [Date]
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Next Scheduled Review: [Next Review Date]
II. Pre-Installation Requirements
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Ensure that [Your Company Name] follows all relevant building codes and regulations for fire door installations.
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Verify that fire doors are installed by qualified professionals who are familiar with fire door installation standards.
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Confirm that fire doors are installed in appropriate locations as specified by building codes and fire safety regulations.
III. Door Specifications
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Check that fire doors meet the required specifications for fire resistance, including fire rating and material composition.
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Ensure that fire doors are equipped with the appropriate hardware, such as self-closing devices, latching mechanisms, and intumescent seals.
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Verify that fire doors are labeled with the correct fire rating and other relevant information as per regulatory requirements.
IV. Maintenance and Inspections
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Establish a regular maintenance schedule for fire doors, including periodic inspections and testing.
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Inspect fire doors for any signs of damage, wear, or malfunction that may affect their ability to function properly during a fire.
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Test the operation of fire door hardware, including hinges, closers, and latches, to ensure they are in good working condition.
V. Sealing and Gaps
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Check for gaps around fire doors and ensure that they are properly sealed to prevent the spread of smoke and flames.
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Verify that intumescent seals are installed and intact, expanding to seal gaps in the event of a fire.
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Address any gaps or deficiencies found during inspections promptly to maintain the integrity of fire door assemblies.
VI. Signage and Markings
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Ensure that fire doors are clearly labeled with appropriate signage indicating their purpose and fire rating.
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Verify that exit signage is installed and visible, indicating the location of fire doors and exit routes.
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Check that markings on fire doors, such as fire rating labels and operating instructions, are legible and up-to-date.
VII. Training and Emergency Procedures
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Provide training to building occupants on the importance of fire doors and their role in fire safety.
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Educate staff members on emergency procedures, including the proper use of fire doors during a fire evacuation.
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Conduct regular drills and exercises to reinforce fire safety protocols and ensure that occupants know how to operate fire doors correctly.
VIII. Signature
I, [Your Name], hereby acknowledge that I have reviewed the Fire Door Compliance Checklist Template for [Your Company Name] and affirm our commitment to adhering to the outlined procedures and standards for fire door compliance.
Your Company Name]
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