fire-door-checks-under-the-fire-safety-england-regulations-2022
--- title: Fire Door Checks Under the fire safety (England) Regulations 2022 reading_time: 6 canonical: "https://www.hawkswift.co.uk/blog/fire-door-checks-under-the-fire-safety-england-regulations-2022" description: "The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (RRO 2005) has long required responsible person.
- All multi-occupied residential buildings: Regardless of height, responsible persons must provide residents with relevant information regarding fire doors as part of their fire safety instructions. This includes reminding residents that fire doors must be kept shut and not altered or propped open.
While these specific quarterly and annual frequencies apply to residential buildings in multiple occupation, commercial property owners should note that standard commercial premises are still governed by the RRO 2005. Best practice guidance, such as PAS 79-1:2020, recommends routine inspections to ensure compliance Regulations 2022 and the RRO 2005, we recommend obtaining a professional evaluation. To get started, please book a [fire risk assessment](/book) with our experienced team today.
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Your duties under the RRO 2005 on fire doors
- Article 17 requires fire doors to be maintained in efficient working order.
- A door that does not self-close fails the duty; propping open is an offence unless via an approved hold-open device linked to the alarm.
- Intumescent seals and certified installation matter at inspection.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a written fire risk assessment? Yes, if you employ 5+ people, are a licensable or higher-risk premises, or the building is not a private home (Art. 9). How often should I review it? At least annually and immediately after any significant change. Can I do my own? Only if you are competent; many use a qualified NEBOSH-assessed assessor for a court-defensible report. Where do I start? Book a HawkSwift assessment — general guidance, not formal legal advice.
*General guidance, not formal legal advice — book a HawkSwift assessment for your premises.*
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What a competent fire risk assessment covers
A suitable and sufficient FRA follows the PAS 79-1 methodology:
- Stage 1 — Preliminary: gather premises info, identify responsible person and previous assessments.
- Stage 2 — Identify hazards: sources of ignition, fuel and oxygen across all areas.
- Stage 3 — People at risk: occupants, visitors, contractors and anyone needing assistance.
- Stage 4 — Evaluate & protect: whether risks are eliminated or reduced, and whether fire precautions are adequate.
- Stage 5 — Record & plan: write it down, set an action plan with owners and dates, and set the review date.
HawkSwift delivers this as a written, court-defensible report — general guidance, not formal legal advice.