Ensuring Fire Doorset Compliance in Facilities Management
Following the Grenfell Tower tragedy, the UK government introduced the Building Safety Act, which strengthened fire safety legislation and introduced enhanced regulations for fire doors.
As a result, ensuring that every fire doorset within your facility meets current standards has become a critical responsibility for facilities managers. Many existing buildings still contain doors that no longer comply with updated safety requirements, making proactive management essential.
Steps to Ensure Fire Doorset Compliance
1) Conduct a comprehensive fire door audit
Start by auditing all existing fire doorsets across your estate. Identify any that are damaged, non-compliant, or incorrectly installed. This assessment provides a clear foundation for your compliance plan.
2) Specify accredited fire doorsets
When replacing or upgrading doors, always source from suppliers who can provide primary test evidence and third-party accreditation. Accredited products, such as those certified by BM Trada (Q-Mark), ensure that safety standards are verifiable and traceable.
3) Use qualified and certified installers
Even the best doorset can fail if it’s incorrectly installed. Work only with trained and certified fire door installers who understand current regulations and can guarantee compliance from installation to sign-off. We also offer a fire door installation guide for your reference!
4) Maintain accurate documentation
Keep a full record of all installations, certifications, inspections, and maintenance activities. A robust paper trail not only demonstrates compliance but also supports ongoing safety management and audit readiness.
Dorplan’s Solution – SignetFire
Dorplan’s SignetFire range is specifically designed to help facilities teams achieve compliance efficiently and confidently. Combining performance, reliability, and design flexibility, SignetFire provides a complete doorset solution that meets and exceeds UK fire safety standards.
Key benefits for Facilities Managers:
Fast quotation turnaround – Accelerate project timelines without compromising on accuracy.
Standardised project variables – Maintain consistency across sites and specifications.
Expert project management – Our team offers dedicated support from design through to installation.
Proven compliance – SignetFire doorsets hold BM Trada Q-Mark certification, a trusted indicator of quality and safety within the fire and security door industry.
By partnering with Dorplan, facilities managers can ensure that their buildings remain compliant, safe, and efficient. Backed by the assurance of independently verified performance.
Planning a retrofit or maintenance project?
Contact our experienced team today to discuss your fire doorset requirements and discover how SignetFire can support your compliance goals.
