Fire dampers are essential for building safety, preventing the spread of fire and smoke through ductwork or ventilation systems. As a result, you must have your fire dampers regularly inspected and maintained to meet compliance and ensure they work properly
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Fire dampers are essential components of fire safety and protection measures, serving as barriers between fire-resistance-rated walls and floors to prevent the spread of fire and smoke through ductwork or ventilation systems.
To optimise their efficiency, regular inspection and maintenance are vital. With decades of experience, you can trust our team of highly qualified technicians to ensure your fire dampers are correctly installed and maintained in optimal condition.
Comprehensive fire damper inspections conducted by qualified personnel.
What are the various types of fire damper?
When considering the right type of fire damper for your specific environment, there is a wide range of options available, such as Static and Dynamic Fire Dampers, Curtain Fire Dampers, Single-blade or Multi-blade Fire Dampers, Combined Fire and Smoke Dampers, and Smoke Only Dampers, coming in a range of fire performance ratings. The selection of the damper depends on what is required to satisfy the integrity or fire resistance of the fire compartment in which it is contained, and the overall fire strategy of the building, so it’s crucial to ensure that the duct and damper design, procurement, installation, and inspection meet expected requirements in the event of a fire.
Fire Damper Inspection
All buildings with fire dampers should maintain a comprehensive inventory detailing the type and location of each damper, along with documentation of their regular inspections and maintenance.
Prior to occupancy, it is a requirement that all dampers installed in a building undergo testing and be inspected under normal operating conditions within one year of installation and then annually. We would recommend that fire dampers located in a dust laden environment be tested more frequently based on the level of pollution.
Inspections
Compliance
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✔ Ensure the safety of building occupants
✔ Preserve long-term functionality of fire dampers
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Who should carry out the inspections?
Qualified technicians should only conduct Inspections to ensure that fire dampers are functioning correctly and comply with local codes and regulations. This proactive approach maximises the dampers’ effectiveness in containing fires and prevents malfunctions, ultimately enhancing overall fire safety and protection for building occupants and property.
Achieving fire damper compliance
With decades of experience, you can trust Golden Thread Fire Delay to ensure that your fire dampers are working correctly and stay compliant. Our team of qualified technicians have the expertise and knowledge to perform operational, acceptance and periodic testing of your fire dampers, making sure they work correctly to safeguard your building.
We provide a range of certified inspection services to cater for every client requirement:
Type 1: Compliance Inspections of New Fire Dampers
A prescriptive inspection, including invasive elements, that typically take place soon after the dampers are installed, or during the installation process. Comparing what has been or is being installed with their specification details and the manufacturer’s sponsored UKAS or equivalent evidence of performance to confirm compliance.
Type 2: Compliance Inspection of Existing Fire Dampers
Type 3: Ongoing, Functional Fire Damper Inspections
Are your fire dampers compliant? Contact us today to discuss your fire damper inspection and maintenance needs
Standards & Certification
Golden Thread Fire Delay is third party accredited under BRE / LPCB schemes LPS 1197 for fire door inspection & remediation, LPS 1271 for fire door installations, & FIRAS (Warrington Exova) accredited for our other Passive Fire Protection installation services - see more information »
No Compromise: Certified by Third-Party Accreditation
Golden Thread Fire Delay are third-party accredited installers under the BRE / LPCB scheme LPS 1271, which audits our installation process both on site and in our office to ensure that our robust installation standards are maintained.
These certifications reflect our commitment to delivering high-quality fire door services that meet the rigorous standards set by independent accrediting bodies.
When it comes to quality, there is no room for compromise. Always ensure your installer has third-party accreditation. Whether you have three doors or three thousand, we can help you understand your needs and options.