Who Is Responsible for Fire Door Safety? Understanding Your Legal Duties

One of the most common questions in fire safety is: who is actually responsible for fire door compliance? The answer lies within UK fire safety legislation, particularly the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and subsequent amendments. In most non-domestic premises, responsibility falls to the “Responsible Person.” This may be a building owner, employer, managing agent, or person in control …

Fire Door Inspections Explained: What Is Checked and Why It Matters

Fire door inspections are a critical part of maintaining building safety and ensuring compliance with UK fire safety legislation. Despite this, many responsible persons and duty holders remain unclear about what a fire door inspection actually involves and why it is so important. During a professional fire door inspection, every component of the door set is assessed to confirm it …