Hi there, quick query.  Is there a document that can advise on what doors should be a fire door.  In particular, I would like to know if all kitchen doors need to be fire doors in non-domestic properties?

Just a general question, not based on any particular building so there's no fire risk assessment to refer too.

Thanks for your help all.

Digger

Hi Digger, 

There is no document that gives definitive advice about which doors need to be fire doors. Building regulations (part B - Fire safety) and guidance documents for blocks of flats / sleeping accommodation provide information specific to the building type.

You need to carry out a fire risk assessment for the building. That will identify which doors are required to protect escape routes or are required for another risk based reason. If the kitchen presents a risk to the safety of the users of the building in terms of fire and smoke spread then the door needs to be a suitable and effective fire resisting door.

Great advice and much appreciated.  Thanks Neil.

Check out the DCLG guides for individual types of premises at https://www.firesafe.org.uk/regulatory-reform-fire-safety-order-2005/.