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Here at Doorcare South West Ltd in Plymouth, we can help with BM Trada door maintenance, providing this to clients in Devon, Cornwall and the South West.
BM Trada is an internationally recognised centre of excellence that exists to ensure that certain materials, products and processes we test and inspect are always safe, compliant and fit for purpose. We are proud to be accredited with them and able to supply and maintain BM Trada approved products. We are proud to be accredited with BM Trada for fire door maintenance and installation services. Rely on us for prompt, professional support whenever you need it.
BM TRADA PRODUCTS NEED MAINTAINCE TO KEEP THEM:
Getting your fire doors checked and certified to BM TRADA standards in the UK is essential for several reasons, particularly concerning fire safety, legal compliance, and the overall protection of your property and people. Here’s why you should ensure your fire doors meet BM TRADA standards:
1. Legal Compliance
In the UK, fire safety is governed by several laws and regulations, including:
Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (RRO): This legislation requires building owners and operators to ensure that fire safety measures, such as fire doors, are properly installed and maintained.
Building Regulations (Approved Document B): This specifies the fire performance standards required for fire doors. Ensuring that your fire doors are checked to BM TRADA standards means they are compliant with these laws, which can help avoid penalties and legal issues.
2. Fire Safety and Life Protection
BM TRADA standards involve rigorous testing and certification to ensure that fire doors perform as they are intended, particularly in terms of fire resistance and containment. A BM TRADA-certified fire door has been proven to:
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Withstand fire for a specific period (e.g., 30, 60, or 90 minutes)
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Prevent the spread of fire and smoke within a building, giving occupants more time to evacuate. Ensuring your doors meet these standards could be the difference between life and death in an emergency
3. Risk Mitigation & Reduced Liability
Failure to comply with fire safety standards can lead to legal action, heavy fines, and reputational damage. In worst-case scenarios, if a fire were to occur and the doors failed, you could be held liable for damages or even loss of life. Ensuring BM TRADA standards are met:
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Minimises your legal risk
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Demonstrates due diligence in maintaining fire safety standards
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Shows that you’ve taken proactive steps to ensure safety, which can help protect against litigation in the event of a fire
4. Maintenance and Longevity of the Doors
BM TRADA standards don’t just cover initial performance but also ensure that fire doors are installed and maintained correctly. Regular checks and certification can:
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Identify wear and tear that could compromise performance
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Ensure the door continues to meet fire safety standards over time, not just when first installed
5. Client and Tenant Assurance
If you are in the business of managing properties with tenants, having fire doors certified to BM TRADA standards provides peace of mind to your clients and tenants. It shows a commitment to safety and compliance, which can help attract and retain tenants or business contracts.
In summary, checking your fire doors to BM TRADA standards in the UK is vital for ensuring compliance with fire safety regulations, protecting lives, minimising legal risks, and maintaining the reliability and quality of your fire doors.
