Fire door awareness for Lewisham Council social housing residents

Описание: Fire doors save lives. They are a critical part of your building's fire safety strategy designed to protect you and your loved ones in an emergency. Let's understand why fire doors are so important and how you can ensure they work effectively. In a fire, smoke and flames can spread in minutes if the building's protection is compromised, blocking escape routes and endangering lives. Fire doors equipped with self-closing devices are specially designed to resist fire and smoke giving you and others precious time to escape. But a wedged open fire door leaves you unprotected.

In the UK it's a legal requirement to have properly maintained fire doors in residential buildings. These doors must meet specific standards and undergo regular inspections to ensure they are fit for purpose. Here's how you can play your part: Always keep fire doors closed when not in use; never prop them open or tamper with the closing device; check that your flat entrance door closes automatically until it's lock engages. Listen for the click!
Fire doors are your first line of defence in a fire. Make sure they're in top condition and used correctly. Report any damage or faults such as missing seal or broken hinges to your building management immediately. Together we can ensure everyone's safety.

Thanks to Assured Fire Safety Consultancy for creating this video.