Howard Fire Inspections Ltd

🔥 Fire Door Inspections: A Growing Priority for Building Safety

Recent data shared by the Fire Door Inspection Scheme (FDIS) highlights that 59% of inspectors have reported an increase in demand for fire door inspections in 2025.

This growing focus reflects the critical role fire doors play in protecting lives and property. Regular inspections by an accredited person, help ensure that fire doors remain fit for purpose by:

✅ Supporting safe evacuation during a fire
✅ Helping building owners meet their legal obligations
✅ Identifying defects such as damaged seals, faulty self-closing devices, and excessive gaps before they become serious risks

A fire door is only effective when it is correctly installed, maintained, and routinely inspected. As duty holders and building owners continue to strengthen their fire safety strategies, competent inspection and maintenance remain essential.

Thank you to FDIS for highlighting the increasing awareness of fire door safety and the importance of ongoing compliance across the built environment.

As a certified Fire Door Inspector and Fire Risk Assessor, Darren not only carries out thorough fire door inspections but also provides practical support and advice to help building owners, facilities managers, and duty holders understand their responsibilities and achieve compliance.

Whether you need an inspection, guidance on remedial actions, or support with your wider fire safety obligations, Darren is available to help.

🌡️ Hot weather reminder: please don’t prop open fire doors.

We understand buildings can become uncomfortable during warmer days, but fire doors are there to save lives — not just meet regulations.

A fire door that’s wedged open cannot:
🚪 Stop smoke and flames from spreading
🚪 Protect escape routes
🚪 Compartmentalise a fire effectively

In the event of a fire, even a few minutes can make a critical difference.

If ventilation or airflow is an issue, consider approved hold-open devices linked to the fire alarm system rather than wedges or makeshift props.

Stay safe, stay compliant. Contact us if you need your fire doors inspecting or require a Fire Risk Assessment.

🚨 TEST IT TUESDAY 🚨

When was the last time you tested your smoke alarm or had your fire doors inspected?

Protect what matters most by making smoke alarm testing part of your Tuesday routine.

It only takes a few seconds to press the test button on your smoke alarm, but it could make all the difference when it matters most. A working smoke alarm gives you and your family the early warning needed to get out safely in the event of a fire.

✅ Press the test button
✅ Listen for the alarm
✅ Make it a weekly habit

And don’t forget your wider fire safety responsibilities:

✅ Book your fire door inspection
✅ Book your fire risk assessment

Working smoke alarms and compliant fire doors save lives.

Your safety is our priority.

🔥 Howard Fire Door Inspections Ltd

Professional fire safety inspections you can trust.

☀️ Bank Holiday Weekend is nearly here!

While you’re enjoying a well-earned break ths weekend, it’s a good time to think about safety in your buildings too.

Fire doors and fire risk assessments are essential for protecting lives and ensuring your premises remain compliant. A quick check now can prevent serious issues later.

Whether you’re responsible for a workplace, rental property, or public building, we’re here to help keep everything up to standard.

📩 Get in touch to book your fire door inspection or fire risk assessment.

Enjoy the sunshine (ok so it might rain a tad) — stay safe! 🔥

As part of our ongoing qualifications and commitment to staying up to date with current legal requirements, we regularly attend CPD sessions and industry conferences.

Looking forward to The Fire Safety Event next week at the NEC Birmingham 🔥

We’re feeling very appreciative this week after receiving another ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Google review!
Thank you so much for your continued support — it truly means the world to us as a small family-run business. 💛

"Hello I had the pleasure of dealing with Mr D.Howard recently. I won't say his first name just in case.

He was extremely knowledgeable and experienced, he gave me really great cost effective advice and support.

I had a tonne of questions and I'm disabled and have quite a few challenges, but Mr Howarf was very patient and communicated everything to me in a no-nonense not technical manner.

Plus I only learned today that it's a family business too. Which just makes it better, and I now better understand why it was such a polite and positive exchange.

I would thoroughly recommend this business, very professional and with a personal touch.

Thank you very much"

Google review of Howard Fire Inspections Ltd ★★★★★

📚 **Back to school for Darren!** 🔥
For the next two days, Darren is on site completing a **Fire Risk Assessment** and **Fire Door Inspections**.

💡 **Fun fact:** before joining the fire safety world, Darren used to be a **science teacher** — so safe to say he knows his stuff when it comes to attention to detail and asking the right questions!

Keeping buildings safe, compliant, and a little more educated along the way 👨‍🏫➡️🔥