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Free Fire Door Inspection Checklist

Check each fire door regularly, at a frequency set by your fire risk assessment.

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Fire door inspection checklist

10 checks · printable A4 · free

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What's on the checklist

Every sheet has space for: Site · Asset / ID · Date · Time · Checked by · Signature.

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1Door closes fully on its own from any open position
2Door is not wedged or propped open
3Self-closer works and is not damaged
4Hinges secure, with no missing screws
5Gaps around the door even, around 3mm (check your door's guidance)
6Intumescent strips and smoke seals in place and undamaged
7Door leaf and frame not damaged
8Glazing not cracked or broken
9"Fire door keep shut" signage in place
10Hold-open devices release when the alarm sounds (where fitted)

Defects found and action taken: space to write any defects and the action taken.

These are general checklists. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions and your own risk assessment, and adapt the items to your equipment. They don't replace expert inspections required by law or guidance, such as LOLER thorough examinations or annual racking inspections.

Want to know more? Read our guide: Fire Door Checks: How Often, What to Look For and How to Record Them.