Mike North

To certify a repair to a fire door you must know what the original certification was and what is allowed to be done to the door under the certificate if approval. I also don’t think that this would be covered under an Approved Repair Technique

Possible solution is a free swing closure such as Briton 996 Hold Open Free-Swing Door Closer

I assume that the removed closers where Percos? Why did you not just cut the chains, problem solved. I don’t think you could certify a repair

British standards are not a legal requirement, however, the man with the curly wig may have some serious concerns if you do not follow them. If a building is unoccupied for any length of time, there is nothing wrong with reducing all the building inspection regime (along with the Alarm testing) as long as prior to the reoccupation all testing is completed, this reduced maintenance should be written in the maintenance instructions for the building. Don't forget that if the building is unoccupied the maintenance may reduce but the chances of arson may increase.

What is the difference in measurements? If its only small (1 to 2 mm) its probably 1. Operator eyesight 2. Different operator 3. Different expansion rates (walls, doors, wood) 4. Movement of the building

I think that this is a bit of a grey area, is it some doors that need replacing like for like through wear and tear? Then probably not If you are changing the fire strategy, then definitely yes. Anything between the two, could go either way

Looks like an overzealous manager A guide to making your small block of flats safe from fire (accessible) - GOV.UK 4 Fire Hazards Housekeeping Good housekeeping is fundamental to reducing the risk from fire in the common parts. The common parts should be kept clear of any combustible materials or storage. There should be a zero-tolerance approach, in which residents are not permitted to use the common parts to store any belongings or dispose of rubbish. However, in well-managed, secure blocks, it is often acceptable to permit items of lower risk in the common parts, such as doormats, pot plants and pictures on walls.

PP2055_Maintenance-Brochure_Issue-9_1_.pdf Apollo recommend that although the detector will work after 10 years, there will be an increase in the unwanted alarms. Smoke alarms expire because their internal sensors degrade over time, making them less effective at detecting smoke and potentially leading to false alarms or failure to activate in a fire. This degradation happens even if the alarm is still beeping when tested. Most smoke alarms have a lifespan of 10 years, and should be replaced by the "replace by" date marked on the device.

Smoke detectors degrade with age, the NFCC recommends 10 years NFCC reminds people to replace smoke alarms every 10 years - NFCC As for the removal of an extinguisher, with out the building size and complexity I wouldn't like to comment, but there should be a minimum of 2 per floor

You say that the management company upgraded the existing cabinet in 2017, the regulations have not changed that much that would make something that was compliant then not now, something to discuss with the management company. As Anthony states, its probably more cost effective to upgrade the distribution boards to the latest regulations (which will be fire rated) that upgrade the enclosure

When using smoke seals care must be taken to read both the door and seal certificate. CF218 Page 5 However, CF341 So yes they are allowed, but at least one fin must be continuous

Probably not, but try bat wings they are far more robust

Because the accommodation is not a dwelling and comes under Residential (other) 2(b) Hotel, boarding house, residential college, hall of residence, hostel or any other residential purpose not described above. the bedroom corridors are categorised as protected corridor and all doors (except wet rooms) should be a minimum of FD30S. The doors should have a competent inspection every 6 months

The discounting of a final exit is all about the capacity of the building, how many people can I fit through the doors. This has nothing to do travel distances.

Fire Safety Act 2021 Fire Safety Act 2021 factsheet: Information on commencement of sections 1 and 3 of the Fire Safety Act - GOV.UK Fire risk assessments A fire risk assessment is required by the Fire Safety Order to assess fire safety risks relevant to both workplaces and buildings with 2 or more sets of domestic premises. It is the duty of the responsible person to ensure that this is carried out, although they may appoint someone on their behalf, such as a competent fire risk assessor, to carry it out. So I think that you would need one

Would ask for a copy of the latest fire risk assessment, as a tenant you have a right to request it.

The door is not compliant with the current regulations, a Perko closer cannot be used on a fire door, it is incapable of overcoming the door latch. The doorbell cable does not appear to be fire stopped. It is doubtful that the handles are fitted correctly. The door does not look like a fire door, is it solid construction?

Perhaps the most cost-effective solution might be to consider purchasing a new bed that can easily fit through the door.

Yes

Not been a legal expert, I suspect that the building is currently compliant with the use as it is. You want to make a material change to your property by changing the use of the first and second floor to residential bringing BR into play, and now want your tenant to pay 57% of the cost? I wouldn’t have thought you couldn't make any claim on the tenant.

The only way is to take photos of each step, ensure that there are some distinguishing marks on the frame in each photo. This can then be at any point in time to prove the frame was installed correctly

To my knowledge, all fire doors are manufactured as none smoke doors, it is the inclusion of a smoke seal (fin or brush) in the intumescent that makes it in S. There is no difference in the allowable gaps (except the threshold)

Building regs looks at each element and tells you what you need to do. Using BS9999 would allow you decrease some fire protection by increasing others. The RRO also allows this by risk assessing the changes. An example would be increasing the single travel distance by installing more fire detection in a building.

I would suggest that the alarm for a semi is overkill, the maximum I would put in is an L3 with a CO detector wherever there is a gas appliance (unless there are vulnerable people) Thanks to the loft conversion all doors (except for wet rooms) that are connected to the stairwell will need to be FD30S. Unfortunately building regs do not allow for variation, once it is build you can then use the RRO to mix and match

The regulations allow wall coverings as long as they are controlled and are at least B-s3, d2