Fire Door Checks Under the fire safety (England) Regulations 2022

Your duties under the RRO 2005 on fire doors - Article 17 requires fire doors to be maintained in efficient working order. - A door that does not self-close fails the duty; propping open is an offence unless via an approved hold-open device linked to the alarm. - Intumescent seals and certified installation matter at inspection. ## Frequently asked questions Do I need a written fire risk assessment? Yes, if you employ 5+ people, are a licensable or higher-risk premises, or the building is not a private home (Art. 9). How often should I review it? At least annually and immediately after any significant change. Can I do my own? Only if you are competent; many use a qualified NEBOSH-assessed assessor for a court-defensible report. Where do I start? Book a HawkSwift assessment — general guidance, not formal legal advice. *General guidance, not formal legal advice — book a HawkSwift assessment for your premises.* <!-- pas79-block --> ## What a competent fire risk assessment covers A suitable and sufficient FRA follows the PAS 79-1 methodology: - Stage 1 — Preliminary: gather premises info, identify responsible person and previous assessments. - Stage 2 — Identify hazards: sources of ignition, fuel and oxygen across all areas. - Stage 3 — People at risk: occupants, visitors, contractors and anyone needing assistance. - Stage 4 — Evaluate & protect: whether risks are eliminated or reduced, and whether fire precautions are adequate. - Stage 5 — Record & plan: write it down, set an action plan with owners and dates, and set the review date. HawkSwift delivers this as a written, court-defensible report — general guidance, not formal legal advice.