Here is some guidance on ensuring fire door safety:
- Close fire doors at all times
Fire doors must always remain closed to stop fire and smoke from spreading across the building. It is also against the law to prop open a fire door as this could put employees’ lives at risk, meaning the organization or person at fault could face fines for breaching health and safety laws. - Fire doors must remain unlocked
When you need to use fire doors in an emergency, the last thing anyone needs to worry about is trying to find the key to unlock them. Employees must be able to escape calmly and not have to panic about being stuck in the building. - Use appropriate seals for fire doors
According to health and safety laws, fire doors need to use intumescent seals surrounding the door frame. When they encounter heat, these seals expand, blocking the fire from moving between the cracks. It’s also important to frequently inspect that the seals around all fire doors are in working condition and haven’t been broken. - Shut fire doors tightly
Fire doors are required to shut tightly using a self-closing mechanism. If an employee uses a fire door during an emergency, the fire door should automatically close behind them, preventing the spread of the fire. - Assure fire door handles are secure
Fire door handles must be solid and secure. Inspect them for any loose screws that could result in a safety hazard. - Check the gaps around fire doors
The gaps surrounding the fire door when closed should be less than 4mm; however, the gap under the door can be slightly bigger. Reducing the gaps around the fire door can restrict fire or smoke from moving through the cracks. - Use three door hinges
According to legislation, fire doors must have at least three steel hinges, fixed, with all screws in perfect condition
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