Smart Fire Doors London Launches as New Standard Takes Effect
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In a significant development for fire safety standards in London, Smart Fire Doors London has launched its services as the British Standard 8214 (BS 8214) undergoes its first full rewrite in a decade. The new standard, BS 8214:2026, expands its scope well beyond timber to cover doors of any material, including steel, aluminium, and composite doors. This change is particularly relevant in London, where many office buildings and blocks of flats rely on steel and composite fire doors that had no dedicated code of practice until this year.
Harry, the director of Smart Fire Doors London, emphasized the importance of the updated standard.
The new edition of the standard also clarifies how fire doors should be installed and gives clearer guidance on the gaps and seals that inspectors check on every door. This is crucial for ensuring that all fire doors, regardless of material, meet the necessary safety requirements. The change is particularly relevant in London, where many office buildings and blocks of flats rely on steel and composite fire doors that had no dedicated code of practice until this year.
Some fire safety guidance published in the capital still directs building managers to the withdrawn 2016 edition, which now needs to be updated. Building owners and managing agents should check which edition of BS 8214 their most recent fire door inspection report refers to. Where a building has steel or composite fire doors, they should also confirm that these doors are included in the inspection schedule alongside timber doors. Smart Fire Doors London installs fire doors and offers a bespoke fire doors service. Its inspection and maintenance work helps responsible persons meet their duties under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
The launch of Smart Fire Doors London comes at a time when the updated standard is critical for ensuring fire safety in buildings across the city. The company's services are designed to help building owners and managing agents comply with the new regulations and ensure their properties are up to date with the latest fire safety standards. For more information, visit Smart Fire Doors London.
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