Fire Doors Certification

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Fire doors play a vital role in a building's passive fire protection system.

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They help subdivide a building into compartments, slowing the spread of fire and smoke.

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Importance of manufacturer demonstration.

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Manufacturers must show evidence supporting the performance of the door.

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Limitations of self-declaration.

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Claims do not guarantee products will meet or continue to meet standards.

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Test certificate for fire doors.

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Indicates that a company's products have been tested and have a certificate.

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Role of fire doors in compartmentalizing buildings.

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They help slow the spread of fire and smoke.

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Escape routes provided by fire doors.

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Routes clear of smoke and fire for safe escape or rescue.

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Importance of fire door certification.

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Ensures doors are tested and fit for purpose consistently.

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Importance of regular audits.

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Regular audits of manufacturing processes or retesting of product samples ensure the product is representative of what is always produced.

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Configuration of doors.

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If the door is used in a configuration other than a single leaf with a single action hinge, the test evidence should state its usability.

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Importance of independent testing.

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The test should be independent, and the report should show who carried it out and when.