LE4 · Thurmaston
Fire Door Inspection
in Thurmaston
In residential buildings above 11 metres the Responsible Person must make best endeavours to check flat entrance doors annually and communal fire doors quarterly. In other premises fire doors remain covered by the general duty to keep fire safety measures in efficient working order.
Duty summary
England & Wales
- Duty
- Fire Door Inspection
- Instrument
- Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, regulation 10
- Also
- article 17 of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the maintenance duty
- Standard
- BS 8214 for timber fire door assemblies, and Approved Document B
- Frequency
- Communal doors quarterly and flat entrance doors annually, in residential buildings above 11 metres
- Carried out by
- A competent person
- Enforced by
- Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service
- Guide price
- £200 – £650 per survey
Guide price only. The firm we pass your enquiry to sets its own price once it knows the building.
If you are responsible for a building in Thurmaston, Leicester, you may require a fire door inspection. In Thurmaston, a mix of housing, a large retail park, and an industrial estate, alongside a village core and local shops, means a variety of premises fall under fire safety regulations. This includes blocks of flats, commercial units, industrial facilities, and retail outlets within the LE4 postcode district. A fire door inspection in Thurmaston ensures that these critical safety components are functioning correctly, providing essential protection for occupants and property in the event of a fire. They are vital for containing fire and smoke, allowing safe evacuation. A fire door inspection in Thurmaston typically costs £200 to £650 per survey. This figure depends on the size and complexity of the building, and the exact quote will be provided by the firm we put you in touch with.
What a Fire Door Inspection Covers
A fire door inspection involves a detailed examination of all components of a fire door assembly to ensure it meets safety standards. This typically includes checking the door leaf, frame, hinges, closers, seals (intumescent and smoke), glazing, and ironmongery. The assessor will look for damage, correct installation, and proper function. Factors that influence the price and scope of the inspection include the number of fire doors within the building, whether flat entrance doors are included in the survey, the building's height and tenure (e.g., residential, commercial), and whether a quote for remedial work is requested at the same visit. Access arrangements for occupied flats can also affect the process.
How the Enquiry Works
- You provide us with details about your building and your fire door inspection needs.
- We pass these details to a local fire safety firm that operates in Thurmaston.
- The firm we put you in touch with will contact you directly to discuss your requirements and provide a quote for the inspection.
- You then deal directly with that firm for all aspects of the inspection and any subsequent work. We are an enquiry service and do not carry out the work ourselves.
The Legal Position on Fire Door Inspections
The legal requirement for fire door inspections stems from several key pieces of legislation and guidance. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (FSO) places a general duty on the Responsible Person to ensure that all fire safety measures are maintained in efficient working order and in good repair. This includes fire doors. Specifically, Article 17 of the FSO covers the maintenance of fire safety provisions.
For residential buildings, the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 introduced specific requirements. Regulation 10 mandates that in residential buildings with two or more sets of domestic premises, and which are over 11 metres in height, the Responsible Person must undertake best endeavours to check all flat entrance doors annually and all communal fire doors quarterly. In other premises, fire doors remain covered by the general duty under the FSO to keep fire safety measures in efficient working order.
The inspection should be carried out by a competent person. Guidance for the construction and maintenance of timber fire door assemblies is provided in BS 8214. Approved Document B, which supports the Building Regulations, also provides guidance against which fire safety work, including fire door specifications, is normally carried out. This information is for general guidance only and is not specific advice for your building. Enforcement of fire safety regulations in Thurmaston rests with the local fire and rescue service or the local authority, as appropriate.
Questions duty holders ask
7 answers
How often must fire doors be checked?
For residential buildings over 11 metres in height, communal fire doors must be checked quarterly and flat entrance doors annually, under the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022. For other premises, there is a general duty under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 to maintain fire safety measures, which typically means regular inspections as part of your fire risk assessment review cycle.
Does the 11 metre rule apply to my building?
The 11-metre rule applies to residential buildings with two or more sets of domestic premises that are 11 metres or more in height. If your building in Thurmaston fits this description, then the specific inspection frequencies for communal and flat entrance fire doors apply to you. If your building is under 11 metres or is not residential, the general maintenance duties under the FSO still apply.
What makes a fire door fail an inspection?
A fire door can fail an inspection for various reasons. Common issues include excessive gaps around the door or at the threshold, damaged or missing intumescent or smoke seals, incorrect hinges, non-compliant glazing, or a faulty self-closing device. Any damage to the door leaf or frame, or unsuitable ironmongery, can also compromise its fire resistance.
Can a general joiner carry this out?
Fire door inspections and any subsequent remedial work should be carried out by a competent person. While a general joiner may have carpentry skills, they may not possess the specific knowledge of fire safety regulations, fire door standards (such as BS 8214), and the critical components of a fire door assembly. It is advisable to use a specialist fire door inspector.
Do I get a certificate or a report?
Yes, after a fire door inspection, the firm you engage will provide you with a comprehensive report. This report will detail the condition of each fire door inspected, identify any defects, and recommend necessary remedial actions. This report serves as evidence that you have fulfilled your duty as the Responsible Person.
How much does a fire door inspection cost?
A fire door inspection in Thurmaston typically costs between £200 and £650 per survey. The exact price will depend on factors such as the number of doors, the type of building, and whether flat entrance doors are included. The firm we connect you with will provide a tailored quote based on your specific requirements.
Are you the company that will do the inspection?
No, we are an enquiry service. We help building owners, landlords, and managers in Thurmaston connect with local fire safety firms that can carry out fire door inspections. When you submit your enquiry, we pass your details to a suitable local company, who will then contact you directly to discuss your needs and provide a quote.
Sources and review
Checked against Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 reg.10, Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 art.17, BS 8214 and Approved Document B on . We recheck this page against the legislation quarterly, and sooner if the law changes. Spotted something wrong? Tell us at enquiries@leicesterfireriskassessment.co.uk and we will correct it.
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This page is general information about fire safety law in England and Wales. It is not a fire risk assessment and it is not legal advice. Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 the Responsible Person must ensure an assessment is carried out by a competent person.