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The experts on fire safety compliance

Today, many fire doors fail to meet the safety requirements of the building they're installed in. This is either because they are not installed properly, or they are not the right kind of fire door. With a complete knowledge of the fire door products and configurations available, we can ensure that all the fire doors in your building are fit for purpose.

We work across a broad range of sectors:

  • Housing associations
  • Care homes
  • Schools
  • Hospitals
  • Factories
  • Warehouses
  • Private landlords

Our founder, Neil Ashdown, is a leading authority on fire doors and fire safety. Following his lead, our team will determine if your fire doors meet current UK fire safety regulations. If improvement is necessary, we will help you achieve the required standard without unnecessary expense.

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To learn the skills for yourself, we also provide a range of certified fire door training courses. All courses are designed to give installers, fabricators and property owners a better understanding of how to comply with UK fire safety building regulations.

Timber Fire Doors: Installation Training Module

This training package is intended for those who already have practical fire door installation skills, but require more information about the regulations surrounding timber-based fire doors. The training applies to both new and existing properties.

  • Who it’s for: Contractors, Fabric Engineers, Maintenance Teams, Carpenters & Joiners
  • Format: In-person or remote course, optional
  • What you get: Certificate of achievement, valid for 5 years
  • Price:  £250-400 per person, depending on the number of applicants you have
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Timber Fire Doors: Maintenance Training Module

This training package is designed for those who require more information about how to properly maintain and repair fire doors in accordance with UK regulations. Delegates will be able to confidently comply with legislation surrounding timber-based fire doors.

  • Who it’s for: Refurbishment Contractors, Fabric Engineers, Maintenance Teams, Carpenters & Joiners
  • Format: In-person or remote course, optional
  • What you get: Certificate of achievement, valid for 5 years
  • Price:  £250-400 per person, depending on the number of applicants you have
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Timber Fire Doors: Awareness Training Module

This training package is designed for those who have a caretaker role at a building. These delegates do not need to have technical fire door knowledge and skills, but will learn how to spot defects in fire doors and report them to the building manager.

  • Who it’s for: Contractors, Fabric Engineers, Caretakers, Maintenance Teams, Carpenters & Joiners
  • Format: In-person or remote course, optional
  • What you get: Certificate of achievement, valid for 5 years
  • Price:  £150-250 per person, depending on the number of applicants you have
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Timber Fire Doors: Inspection Training Module

This training package is designed for those who inspect fire doors for their clients. Candidates are expected to have prior knowledge of timber doors and/or building safety. The course will equip delegates with the skills and knowledge to become professional fire door inspectors.

  • Who it’s for: Fire door inspectors
  • Format: This course is a hybrid of remote learning and practical training and assessment. Candidates must complete a theory based examination before taking the practical fire door inspection assessment.
  • What you get: Certificate of achievement, valid for 5 years
  • Price:  £1100-1200 per person, depending on the number of applicants you have
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BWF Fire Door Installation Awareness: Two-Day Course

This course promotes awareness of appropriate fire door installation to construction and manufacturing industries. The course has been developed in collaboration between the National Open College Network (NOCN) and the British Woodworking Federation.

  • Who it’s for: Businesses in the construction and manufacturing industries
  • Format: In-person only
  • What you get: Certificate of achievement
  • Price:  £300-700 per person, depending on the number of applicants you have
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Practical Installation Course for Timber-Based Fire Doors

This is a hands-on practical assessment and provides an opportunity for those that have already attained the theory-based installation certificate to prove that they can correctly install a working timber-based fire door assembly.

  • Who it’s for: Contractors, Fabric Engineers, Maintenance Teams, Carpenters & Joiners
  • Format: In-person only
  • What you get: Certificate of achievement
  • Price:  £1000
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There are also a number of fire door training courses you can take to learn the skills yourself. All courses are designed to give installers, fabricators and property owners a better understanding of how to comply with UK fire door standards and regulations.

Why Choose Fire Doors Complete?

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Experience & Expertise

Our founder, Neil Ashdown, has spent decades working with fire doors. We have provided fire door consultancy across multiple sectors.

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Real-World Knowledge

All our consultancy is in the interest of everyday public safety. The advice we offer is grounded in real-life fire safety situations.

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Affordable & Accessible

In the interest of safety, our fire door consultancy is open to everyone. We aim to make our feedback and advice as clear, comprehensive and jargon-free as possible.

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UK-Wide Consultancy

Each one of our expert consultants is happy to travel anywhere in the UK to provide their service. We want everyone to have access to outstanding fire door safety, no matter where they're based.

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Improving fire door specification

Poor fire door specification leads to:

  • Premature fire door damage
  • Faulty installation
  • Unnecessary repair expense
  • Possible large government fines

Knowing the specification for correct installation will help ensure that fire doors are fitted appropriately. Whether it’s for a refurbishment or a new build project, we can assist you to achieve the best fire door specification. We're dedicated to keeping your buliding safe, legal and fully functional.

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FAQs - Fire Door Consultancy & Compliance

Welcome to our FAQs section, where we address common queries about fire door consultancy and compliance. Our goal is to provide you with clear and concise answers to help you better understand the importance of fire door safety and how our expertise can assist you. Explore the questions below to gain insights into how we ensure fire safety standards are met and exceeded in various sectors. If you have more specific inquiries, feel free to get in touch with us directly.

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How does your consultancy help with fire safety compliance?

Our consultancy specialises in fire door safety and compliance. We provide expertise to property owners, managers, fabricators, installers, and inspectors. Whether for new builds, renovations, or historically significant buildings, we ensure fire doors meet the required safety standards.

What sectors do you work with for fire door compliance?

We work across various sectors, including housing associations, care homes, schools, hospitals, factories, warehouses, and with private landlords. Our expertise covers a wide range of building types to ensure fire door safety and compliance.

Why do many fire doors fail to meet safety requirements?

Fire doors can fail to meet safety requirements due to improper installation or the wrong type of door. Our comprehensive understanding of fire door products and configurations allows us to ensure that all fire doors in a building are suitable for their intended purpose.

How do you assist in achieving higher fire safety standards?

We help achieve higher fire safety standards by evaluating existing fire doors against current UK regulations. If enhancements are needed, we guide property owners and managers in making necessary improvements, ensuring compliance and safety without unnecessary costs.

I have received the certificates today, Once again, I extend my gratitude for producing a superb course and training experience for my staff.

Yosef Sawicki

Ruskin Mill Trust

Just a note, as you know, I have studied a LOT but I have to say, I`m about halfway through the video presentation and for all the study I`ve done, this is by far THE BEST training I have encountered 😊 Kudos to you, I don't know how long it took you to compile this course but WOW 😯 I`ll study, re-study then re-study again then read the book and keep taking the test, if anybody wants/needs training I`ll definitely be sending them your way, wish I purchased your course first, (although then I wouldn't know how good your one is 😆) thanks so much.

Geoff Carter

Safe-Way Fire Prevention

Thanks very much, it's been a pleasure dealing with you. I would also like to say that I thought that Robin was a superb tutor, very engaging and extremely knowledgeable about this industry and made the course very enjoyable. Martin

Martin Webb

Surrey Groundwork Contractors

I would like to thank Neil for the training that he has provided to our Company. His knowledge, experience and expertise on fire doors is exceptional. All who took part thoroughly enjoyed the training and now feel more confident in the maintenance and installation of fire doors and take the knowledge gained into their daily duties.

David Todd

Amey

It has been a pleasure learning about Fire Doors and all the information and self tests that were given with the course was spot on and easy to use.

Declan Rooney

Oak3

Just a big thank you following the recent FDC FD Inspectors Course. It was a really worthwhile couple of days where I learnt a lot and developed through practice and professional discussion. The input was well thought out and offered a real move forward after the other courses on fire doors I've undertaken. Thanks for the time taken, really worthwhile.

Dexter Allen

Trust Fire Safety Manager

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