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Jason M L Priest DipFD makes an interesting observation in his post of a few months ago. Having recently completed a large inspection of doors featuring similar issues, attention should also be drawn to the routine use of cylinder rim night latches with single and, on some occasions, multiple mortice deadlocks – I have yet to see any credible fire test certification for this combination. Moreover, Jason’s comments on the closers resonated with those I mentioned recently in re

I'm excited to be attending The Fire Safety Event 2026 It's the UK’s No.1 event for the fire safety industry! With over 13,500 visitors expected, it’s a valuable opportunity to explore new innovations, exchange insights with professionals, and stay at the forefront of the industry. Whether it’s your first time or you’re coming back, I’d recommend it as a solid investment of your time. Hope to see you there! 28-30 April 2026 | NEC Birmingham. You can register here: https://lnk

I was chatting with my fellow The AFDI member, Neil Ashdown, regarding the suitability of timber fire door assemblies for use within a car park environment and my response was broadly along the following lines: Timber fire doors are perfectly capable of achieving the required fire rating when correctly manufactured, installed and maintained. The challenge arises when they are placed in environments very different from those assumed in their design. An unheated, uncontrolled c

Earlier this year, I highlighted the difference between certified Fire Door Inspectors and Fire Door Maintainers. Since then, I’ve noticed a worrying trend: fire door inspections being carried out by individuals with no 3rd party certification, no formal training, no insurance and, as a result, a serious question mark over their Skills, Knowledge, Experience, and Behaviours (SKEB). At first glance, they may appear competent: producing polished PDF reports full of coloured tic

Have just received our Fire Aware badges which now adorn various items from the London Fire Door Consultants Ltd wardrobe!

London Fire Door Consultants Ltd were recently contacted by a prospective client who discovered our Fire Door Inspection Scheme (FDIS) Certified services through the Fire Aware website – a timely reminder of the value that comes from being part of a professional, like-minded community. As a member of Fire Aware LFDC have seen first-hand how it acts as a trusted platform for connecting clients with competent, conscientious professionals across the fire safety sector. It’s

Before LFDC attend a new fire door inspection, we always request a copy of the property’s Fire Risk Assessment — and any previous fire door inspection reports. Too often, what arrives is an app-generated “inspection report” lacking detail, riddled with inaccuracies, and showing that each door was “inspected” in just 5–6 minutes. That’s not enough time for a compliant, competent inspection — and it often suggests the work was done by someone with little to no fire door safety

Introduction Fire door inspections are essential to fire safety, ensuring buildings comply with legal requirements and that fire doors...

Two LinkedIn posts caught my eye earlier today, both from highly respected certified Fire Door Inspectors: Dennis Munday Dip FD, MAFDI...