The “responsible person” must undertake regular risk assessments to make sure their building is maintained and safe to use. It is well recognized that items such as fire extinguishers, smoke detectors and alarm systems need annual inspection and periodic maintenance. Fire and smoke door assemblies, however, are often overlooked.

 

Through everyday use of the door assembly, the sealing systems, which provide the barrier to unwanted sound transfer, and the transfer of hazardous smoke and flames in a fire situation, become damaged or worn over a period of time. In fact, in older buildings the doorways may not even have an existing sealing system.

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Experienced DTC personnel will undertake surveys and compliance assessments on each doorway in a particular building. A written report with recommendations for any corrective action will be submitted, together with an estimate for the work.