What Councils Must Know Before Commissioning Fire door Replacements
Following the Grenfell Tower Tragedy, councils in the UK are facing increased pressure to ensure their buildings meets fire safety standards. One of the crucial components of achieving this is partaking in fire door testing and regular maintenance.
The Building Safety Act and Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 place greater accountability on building owners, including local authorities, to demonstrate that fire safety products are appropriately tested and fit for purpose.
What Does Compliance Mean for Councils?
For councils, ensuring the safety and security of housing and public buildings is a core responsibility. Compliance with standards like PAS 24 and Secured by Design (SBD)-backed by third-party accreditation-provides confidence that doorsets meet essential performance and safety requirements.
Why PAS 24 and Secured by Design Matter
PAS 24 sets the benchmark for resisting forced entry; crucial for protecting social housing and public spaces. Specifying PAS 24-compliant products helps councils reduce break-ins and improve tenant safety.
Secured by Design (SBD) is the police-endorsed initiative supporting crime prevention through design. Many council developments now include SBD requirements as part of planning and housing strategies, making SBD-accredited products a smart, compliant choice.
Dorplan’s Role in Supporting Councils
At Dorplan, we specialise in supplying third-party accredited doorsets that meet PAS 24 and Secured by Design standards. We work closely with councils to ensure full traceability, documentation, and peace of mind, helping meet compliance requirements while protecting communities.
Dorplan’s Solution – SignetFire
Dorplan’s SignetFire Solution
SignetFire is engineered to not only meet but surpass industry benchmarks, offering a complete door solution that balances fire protection with functionality and visual appeal.
With a streamlined quoting process and a consistent methodology for managing critical project factors, SignetFire ensures both speed and efficiency from the start. Our experienced project management team, backed by extensive technical knowledge, helps deliver reliable and successful project outcomes – on time and to a high standard.
Each SignetFire doorset is certified by BM Trada under its respected Q-Mark scheme – a recognised symbol of excellence and compliance in the fire and security doorset sector. This third-party accreditation reinforces our commitment to safety, performance, and product integrity.
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