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Qualification Number: 610/4450/7
Ofqual Regulated | Supported by the British Fire Consortium (BFC) Course Overview
Following the implementation of the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2023, the legal landscape for building safety has changed. This EAL Level 3 Award is a regulated qualification specifically designed for professionals working within the sector who need to gain the necessary understanding and practical skills to inspect fire doors competently.
This course ensures you or your team can meet the rigorous new legal duties placed upon "Responsible Persons" for multi-occupied residential buildings.
Since 23 January 2023, it is a legal requirement for building owners or managers of multi-occupied residential buildings in England (with storeys over 11 metres) to:
Quarterly Checks: Undertake mandatory quarterly inspections of all fire doors, including self-closing devices, in common parts.
Annual Checks: Undertake—on a best-endeavour basis—annual inspections of all flat entrance doors that lead onto common parts.
Resident Information: Provide residents in buildings with two or more sets of domestic premises with vital information regarding the importance of fire doors to the building’s safety.
This qualification provides the formal recognition and technical expertise required to carry out these duties to a professional standard.
This is a comprehensive 2-day course that balances classroom-based theory with essential hands-on practical experience.
Theory: Understanding fire door regulations, the role of the "Responsible Person," and the technical components of fire door sets.
Practical: Hands-on inspection techniques for doors and self-closing devices to identify faults, wear, and non-compliance.
Support: This qualification is proudly supported by the British Fire Consortium (BFC), ensuring industry-leading relevance.
To ensure the highest standards of competency, candidates must complete:
Written Assessment: A controlled, closed-book assessment consisting of short-answer questions.
Practical Assessment: A hands-on demonstration of fire door inspection skills.
Upon successful completion, candidates will receive the EAL Level 3 Award in the Inspection of Fire Doors, providing proof of competence to insurers, local authorities, and residents.
Course fee: £595.00 + VAT
Course duration: 2 days
Entry Requirements: Aimed at those currently working within the fire safety or building management sectors.
Demand for qualified fire door inspectors is at an all-time high. Secure your place on our next intake and ensure your building management team meets the latest UK safety legislation.
Ready to secure your certification? Fill out the form below, and a member of our specialist training team will be in touch within 24 hours to provide course dates, availability, and booking details.
Phone 03330064005
Address Cube Group T/A LFS, Riverside centre, Dickens Road, Kent, DA12 2JY, United Kingdom