Welcome to Safeguard Fire Door Inspections.
Protecting Lives, Property and Compliance
Who We Are & What We Do
At Safeguard Fire Door Inspections, we specialise in the inspection and compliance reporting of fire doors across Scotland and the North of England. As certified fire door inspectors, our mission is to ensure that your fire doors are safe, compliant, and capable of performing in the event of a fire.
Whether you are a facilities manager, landlord or property owner, we provide a professional and reliable service tailored to your legal and safety obligations.
Why Fire door inspections are essential :
Fire doors are one of the most critical safety features in any building. They are designed to contain fire and smoke, giving occupants time to evacuate and emergency services time to respond. However, a fire door is only effective if it is properly maintained an compliant with regulations.
Legal Compliance :
Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, fire doors must be regularly inspected and maintained as part of a fire risk assessment.
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Insurance Validity :
Non-compliance with fire safety regulations may void insurance claims in the event of fire damage.
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Liability and Safety :
Building owners, managers, and responsible persons can face legal action if inadequate fire safety measures result in injury or loss of life.
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What is involved in a Full Fire Door Inspection?
At Safeguard Fire Door Inspections, our full inspection service provides a thorough, component-level assessment of each fire door to ensure it is compliant, safe and fully operational in the event of a fire.
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We inspect each critical part of the fire door assembly and report on deficiencies, non-compliance, and maintenance requirements.
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Safeguard Firedoor Inspections
Key Areas of Inspection :
1. Door Leaf
* Check for warping, cracks, delamination, or surface damage
* Confirm correct door rating (FD30, FD60, etc;)
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2. Door Frame
* Verify the frame is suitably fire-rated and compatible with the door leaf
* Ensure it is securely fixed to the surrounding structure
3. Door Gaps and Clearances
* Measure gaps around the top, sides (typically 2- 4mm), and under the door (max 10mm)
* Ensure alignment is uniform for effective smoke and fire resistance
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4. Intumescent and Smoke Seals
* Check that intumescent strips and cold smoke seals are present, continuous, and undamaged
* Inspect for signs of deterioration or missing lengths
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5. Hinges
* Ensure a minimum of 3 fire-rated hinges are securely fitted
* Check for loose screws, damaged bearings, or oil leakage
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6. Door Closers
* Test that closers close the door fully and firmly from any angle
* Check for leaking fluid or missing/damaged arms
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7. Glazing and Vision Panels
* Confirm that glass is fire-rated and correctly marked
* Inspect for damaged or missing fire-retardant glazing beads and intumescent glazing seals
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8. Locks, Latches, and Other Ironmongery
* Ensure all hardware is fire-rated and correctly installed
* Check for loose handles, misaligned latches, or incompatible locks
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9. Fire Door Signage
* Confirm the presence of mandatory signs (eg "Fire Door Keep Shut" on both sides of door
* Signs must be legible, durable and correctly located
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10. Threshold and Bottom Seals (if fitted)
* Check automatic dropdown seals or threshold gaps
* Ensure no damage that might compromise performance
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11. Fire Stopping Around the Frame
* Inspect the interface between door frame and wall
* Identify poor or missing fire stop materials (eg expanding foam instead of mastic or mineral wool)
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Common Defects We find:
1. Missing or damaged Intumescent seals
2. Gaps that exceed legel tolerances
3. Non-fire-related ironmongery (hinges, locks, closers)
4. Doors that fail to self-close
5. Missing or incorrect signage
6. Warped or damaged door leaves
7. Uncertified glass or missing glazing seals
8. Frames with poor fire stopping or inadequate fixing
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All inspections are conducted in accordance with relevant British Standards (eg BS8214, BS476, BSEN1634).
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We provide a detailed inspection report, with photographs, compliance status, and clear remedial recommendations.
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Areas we cover
Safeguard Fire Door inspections operates across Scotland and the North of England, serving both urban centres and surrounding regions. Main cities and areas include:
Scotland:
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Glasgow
Edinburgh
Aberdeen
Dundee
Inverness
Stirling
Perth
North of England:
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Newcastle upon Tyne
Sunderland
Durham
Middlesbrough
Carlisle
Leeds
York
Manchester
Sheffield
Liverpool
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Fully Qualified and experienced inspectors
Certified by the firedoor inspection scheme
Complete and thorough 35-point check of fire-rated door sets
Inspections available across a wide range of sectors.