Fire Doors Bath

Fire Doors

Fire doors are designed to be able to resist the passage of both smoke and flames, potentially halting the spread of fire throughout a property. Complete Fire Security fit fire doors to all BS requirements, including BS427 prt 22 (1987). We work across Bath, Wiltshire and the surrounding areas.

WHERE ARE FIRE DOORS REQUIRED?
Fire doors are a legal requirement in workplaces, hotels, guesthouses and public premises to ensure the safety of those within, and are typically required on all doors to staircases from corridors or rooms, doors to laboratories, workshops, storerooms, kitchens, service ducts etc and certain circulation areas which extend the escape route from the stair to the final exit, such as entrances or lobbies.

Fire doors should open in the direction of escape and should not double swing, as this would inhibit the effectiveness of the fire seal. They must all be marked using a relevant, industry standard fire door sign such as 'Fire Door Keep Shut' or 'Automatic Fire Door Keep Clear'. Complete Fire Security can also provide all neccessary door signage when fitting your fire door.

Fire Door Features

Vision Panels

It is strongly recommended that fire doors situated on main traffic or exit routes, such as corridors or stairways, should include a fire resistant 'Vision Panel' to allow people to see that they are following the correct route. Inner rooms should be fitted with vision panels as standard with the exception of WC's, store rooms or dark rooms. Vision panels should also be included in doors to labs or rooms containing hazardous chemicals as this will limit the chance of an accident occuring should somebody open a door to such potentially dangerous materials.

Smoke Seals
Smoke seals are a standard feature of all new fire doors and should also be considered when upgrading older doors. These consist of cold smoke seals or brushes which are fitted around the edge of the door itself. Particularly doors leading onto corridors, stairways or sleeping areas should be fitted with smoke seals as a means of added protection.

Door Frames

Door frames can be equally as important as the doors themselves. It is vital to match the correct frame to the fire door being installed in order to maximise its effectiveness. There should be no gaps exceeding 5mm between the door and the frame.

Self Closing
A common feature of fire doors is the act of self closing. Standard overhead door closing units can be easily fitted but must comply with BS standards. There are many factors which may affect the unit itself, including the size and weight of the door, air pressure, draughts and usage etc.