This is a question we are asked regularly, particularly by employers who have to weigh up the cost of training / qualifications very carefully, especially now in the current economic climate, and of course, any course that includes an on-site assessment will be more costly.

For well-documented reasons, in recent years, there has been a focus on the compliance of life safety elements of buildings – specifically related to fire doors in this article.

When it comes to fire safety, there is very little room for error. Fire doors play a critical role in preventing the spread of flames and deadly smoke in a building during a fire which can make the difference between life and death for those inside. That’s why the installation of fire doors is a … Read more

Examples of common non-compliances found during the inspection of thousands of doors. Fire doors are finely engineered life safety components in the overall fabric of a building, but to perform correctly, protect lives and limit the damage caused by a fire, it is critical that they are installed correctly – every time, as non-compliances can … Read more

Which is better? Many Social Housing Clients / NHS Trusts and other clients with large property portfolios often specify that fire doors must be installed by companies that are members of ‘Third Party Installation Schemes’. Even Building Regulations Approved Document B – Fire Safety states: “Independent schemes of certification and accreditation of installers can provide … Read more