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Experts in timber-based fire doors

Our founder, Neil Ashdown, has been working with timber products and timber-based fire doors for over 40 years. Following in his footsteps, our team can offer joinery companies practical, jargon-free advice about fire door specifications, standards and regulations. Some of our credentials include:

  • Firequal certified training
  • Years working collaboratively with clients across all sectors
  • UKAS Accredited Blue Sky Certification for fire door inspection

We don't aim to lecture or criticise, and we don't suggest expenditure on improvements that aren't necessary. Our primary interest is that the fire doors being manufactured are as safe, suitable and effective as they can possibly be.

As well as consultancy, we have a range of training modules which are open to joinery specialists, should they wish to further improve their knowledge about fire doors and relevant regulations.

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We provide quality, fully certified training in how to appropriately install, inspect and maintain fire doors. With both remote and in-person training available, these courses help joinery companies to better understand the rules and regulations of fire door safety and manufacture safer products.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Practical Fire Door Installation Assessment

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.

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Can I Certify a Fire Door?

Gain the knowledge and skills to certify timber-based fire doors with our expert-led course.

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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What are the regulations for fire doors?

A fire door cannot be approved unless it can contain fire and restrict smoke spread for the required period of time. However, joinery companies may also want to consider more than just fire safety when producing their fire doors. The UK government building regulations now consider factors such as:

  • Sound insulation
  • Accessibility
  • Ventilation
  • Safety glazing
  • Thermal efficiency

Clients will be looking for fire doors that are compatible with these requirements.

With years of fire door safety experience, we can advise your joinery company on how to best adhere to the guidelines. We're here to help that you supply safe, legal fire doors in a safe, legal manner. Fire doors save lives, and the road to impeccable fire door safety starts with the joinery manufacturer.

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Fire Door Compliance and Consultancy FAQs

Welcome to our Fire Door Compliance and Consultancy FAQs. Here, we address key questions about fire door regulations, specifications, and how our consultancy services can benefit joinery companies. If you're in the business of manufacturing fire doors, read on to ensure you're on the right path to providing safe and compliant products.

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What are the key considerations for fire doors according to UK regulations?

Fire doors must meet requirements for containing fire and restricting smoke spread. Additionally, UK regulations now cover aspects such as sound insulation, accessibility, ventilation, safety glazing, and thermal efficiency.

How can your consultancy services assist joinery companies in meeting fire door regulations?

Our experienced team provides practical, jargon-free advice on fire door specifications, standards, and regulations. We guide joinery companies to ensure their fire doors not only meet safety standards but also align with broader regulatory considerations.

What credentials does your consultancy team possess in the field of fire door safety?

Our founder, Neil Ashdown, brings over 40 years of expertise in timber-based fire doors. Our team holds Firequal certified training, collaborates across various sectors, and is UKAS Accredited with Blue Sky Certification for fire door inspection.

Besides consultancy, do you offer training modules for joinery specialists?

Yes, we provide training modules for joinery specialists who wish to enhance their knowledge of fire doors and relevant regulations. Our training complements consultancy, empowering professionals to excel in fire door safety.

How do your services contribute to ensuring the manufacturing of safe and legal fire doors?

Our focus is on practical advice, ensuring that fire doors manufactured are safe, suitable, and effective. We guide joinery companies in supplying fire doors that not only meet legal requirements but also contribute to overall safety.

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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