Fire Door and Passive Fire Protection Inspection Course
The Fire Door and Passive Fire Protection Inspection Course from Phoenix STS is a CPD-certified 5-day programme providing comprehensive theoretical knowledge and practical skills to inspect fire doors and passive fire protection systems, ensuring compliance with Irish regulations. 32 CPD hours. 5-year cert. IIESMS qualification.
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The Fire Door and Passive Fire Protection Inspection Course from Phoenix STS is a CPD-certified 5-day intensive programme designed to equip you with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills to inspect fire doors and passive fire protection systems confidently, ensuring compliance with Irish regulations. Fire doors and passive fire protection are critical components of building safety, and proper inspection is essential to verify they will perform when needed most.
This comprehensive course covers Irish, UK, and EU fire door and passive fire protection legislation, detailed inspection protocols, defect identification, minor repair techniques, digital documentation tools, and reporting procedures. Through hands-on training with actual fire door assemblies and fire stopping mock-up units, you’ll develop the expertise to assess fire door and passive fire protection condition, identify common faults, perform approved minor repairs, and recommend appropriate remedial actions.
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Why Choose This Course
Selecting the right fire door and passive fire protection inspection training is essential for building your competence and professional credibility. Here’s what sets the Phoenix STS programme apart:
CPD-Certified Training
Approved by the CPD Standards Office (Provider Number: 22657), providing 32 hours of recognised Continuing Professional Development credit.
IIESMS Professional Qualification
Successful completion qualifies you for Technician grade membership with the Institute of Industrial Engineers and Safety Management Systems (IIESMS). Designation: T.IIESMS.
Five-Day Intensive Format
Gain comprehensive fire door and passive fire protection inspection expertise over five days, combining four days of instruction with one day of revision and assessment.
Hands-On Practical Training
Work with actual fire door assemblies and fire stopping mock-up units to develop real-world inspection skills, not just theoretical knowledge.
Expert Instructors
Learn from tutors with 25+ years of fire safety experience and degrees in Fire Engineering who translate complex regulations into practical, actionable steps.
Small Class Sizes
Maximum 20 participants ensures personalised attention, effective learning, and meaningful interaction with instructors during practical sessions.
Current Curriculum
Covers the latest Irish, UK, and EU fire door and passive fire protection standards, including CE Marking, Q-Mark, Certifire, and emerging technologies.
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for professionals responsible for fire safety, building maintenance, or regulatory compliance. Ideal participants include:
Fire Safety & Compliance Professionals
- Fire Safety Consultants
- Fire Risk Assessors
- Fire Officers and Fire Wardens
- Third-Party Inspectors and Certifiers
Building Management & Maintenance
- Facilities Managers and Building Managers
- Maintenance and Engineering Teams
- Estate Managers (Healthcare, Education, Commercial)
- Property Managers (Nursing Homes, Hotels)
Healthcare Sector
- Health and Safety Officers (Hospitals, Nursing Homes)
- Hospital Maintenance Teams
- Care Home Managers and Staff
- Disability Services Personnel
Construction & Installation
- Fire Door Installers
- Carpenters and Joiners
- Construction Site Managers
- Project Supervisors
Regulatory & Enforcement
- Building Control Inspectors
- Fire Service Inspectors
- Health and Safety Authority Inspectors
Insurance & Risk Management
- Loss Adjusters and Risk Surveyors
- Health and Safety Auditors
- Insurance Compliance Officers
Recommended: A basic understanding of fire safety principles and/or prior experience in building maintenance, construction, or fire safety will help you get the most from this intensive programme.
What You’ll Learn
The course combines essential theory with practical application, giving you a complete understanding of fire door and passive fire protection inspection requirements and techniques.
Legislation and Standards
- Irish fire door regulations: Fire Services Act 1981 and 2003 Amendment
- Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005
- Building Control Regulations 1990–2024
- Technical Guidance Document B: Fire Safety
- UK and EU fire door standards (EN 1634, EN 1154, EN 1935, EN 16034)
- British Standards (BS 8214, BS 476, BS 9999)
- NFPA Standards for best practices (NFPA 80, NFPA 101, NFPA 105)
Fire Door Components
- Door leaf and frame construction
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Ironmongery: hinges, latches, closers
- Fire-rated glazing and vision panels
- Signage requirements
- FD30/FD60 fire ratings explained
Passive Fire Protection Systems
- Fire-resisting structures and compartmentation
- Fire dampers and ventilation systems
- Fire stopping materials and methods
- Intumescent sealants, fire collars, fire-resistant mortars, cavity barriers
- Penetration sealing for cables, pipes, and ducts
- Certification requirements for fire stopping products
Inspection Techniques
- Systematic inspection methodology for fire doors
- Gap measurement and tolerance checks (≤4mm)
- Hardware functionality testing
- Certification label verification
- Identifying breaches in passive fire protection
- Inspecting penetrations and joints
- Use of inspection tools and devices
Minor Repairs
- Techniques for common fire door issues
- Replacing damaged intumescent seals
- Adjusting and maintaining door hardware
- Ensuring proper installation of signage and self-closing mechanisms
- Approved materials and methods
- When to escalate to a competent person
Digital Documentation and Reporting
- Modern inspection software training
- Writing effective inspection reports
- Recording findings and recommendations
- Compliance management system integration
- Record-keeping requirements
- Escalation procedures for critical defects
Advanced Topics
- Fire safety in historic buildings: challenges and solutions
- Emerging technologies: smart fire doors with automated closing mechanisms
- IoT-enabled monitoring systems
- Advanced fire-resistant materials
- Communication skills for inspectors
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, you will be able to:
- Understand fire safety principles: Explain how passive fire protection measures contribute to fire safety and differentiate between active and passive fire protection systems
- Analyse fire door legislation: Apply Irish, UK, and EU fire door regulations to ensure legal compliance across various building types
- Identify critical components: Explain the function of all essential fire door and passive fire protection components and their role in building safety
- Perform systematic inspections: Conduct thorough fire door and passive fire protection inspections, accurately identifying common defects and non-compliance issues
- Recognise defects: Identify issues such as excessive gaps (>4mm), missing or damaged intumescent seals, non-compliant door hardware, and faulty self-closing devices
- Perform minor repairs: Execute approved repair techniques including seal replacement, hardware adjustment, and signage installation
- Utilise digital tools: Use digital systems for recording inspection findings, producing compliance reports, and managing fire safety records efficiently
- Generate professional reports: Produce comprehensive inspection reports following industry best practices with clear recommendations for remedial actions
- Communicate effectively: Convey issues and recommendations to building owners, facility managers, and fire safety officers
- Appreciate historic building challenges: Understand unique fire risks in historic structures and explore solutions balancing fire safety with heritage preservation
- Stay current with technology: Understand emerging technologies including smart fire doors, IoT monitoring, and advanced fire-resistant materials
- Fulfil inspector responsibilities: Understand and apply the defined roles and responsibilities of a fire door inspector under Irish fire safety regulations
Course Programme
Day 1: Introduction and Fundamental Concepts
- Welcome and Course Overview
- Fundamentals of Fire Safety and Passive Fire Protection
- Legislation and Standards Overview (Irish, EU, UK, NFPA)
- Fire Doors: Components and Functions
- Inspection Procedures for Fire Doors
Day 2: Fire Door Inspection and Minor Repairs
- Fire Door Hardware and Accessories
- Practical Session: Fire Door Inspection (hands-on with mock-up units)
- Minor Repairs on Fire Doors
- Fire Door Maintenance and Record Keeping
- Digital Tools for Documentation
Day 3: Passive Fire Protection Systems
- Understanding Passive Fire Protection (structures, dampers, compartmentation)
- Fire Stopping Materials and Methods
- Inspection Procedures for Passive Fire Protection
- Practical Session: Passive Fire Protection Inspection
Day 4: Advanced Topics and Review
- Emerging Technologies in Fire Protection (smart fire doors, IoT, advanced materials)
- Fire Safety in Historic Buildings
- Communication Skills for Inspectors
- Advanced Digital Tools for Documentation
- Application of Advanced Inspection Techniques (scenario-based exercises)
Day 5: Revision and Assessments
- Focused Revision Session
- Final Q&A and Exam Preparation
- Written Examination (open-book: 15 MCQs, 10 short-answer questions)
- Practical Examination (fire door and passive fire protection inspection)
- Conclusion and Certification
Assessment Process
Written Examination
Open-book format with 15 multiple-choice questions (3 marks each) and 10 short-answer questions (5 marks each). Focuses on legislation, standards, and inspection techniques.
Practical Examination
Hands-on inspection tasks using mock-up units. Fire door inspection assessment, passive fire protection inspection assessment, and documentation skills evaluation.
Pass Requirements
Minimum 70% overall pass rate required for full certification. All participants who attend the full course receive CPD accreditation regardless of exam results.
Certification
Upon successful completion, you receive:
- Phoenix STS Certificate of Completion
- CPD Certificate of Attendance (32 hours, CPD Standards Office)
- IIESMS Qualification: Technician grade membership (T.IIESMS)
- Internationally recognised qualifications
- Access to IIESMS professional network
- Renewal reminder service six months before expiry
Certificate Validity
Ensures up-to-date knowledge reflecting changes in legislation and standards
Our Instructors
Our instructors bring over 25 years of real-world fire safety experience to your training. They hold memberships with leading professional bodies:
With degrees in Fire Engineering and expertise in adult education, our instructors are passionate about turning complex fire door and passive fire protection regulations into practical steps you can apply immediately.
Instructor Qualifications
Our training team holds qualifications including BEng Fire Engineering, BSc Environmental Health and Safety Management, H.Dip in Occupational Health and Safety, and FETAC Level 6 Train the Trainer. Combined, they bring over 100 years of practical fire safety experience across public and private sectors, including healthcare, defence, and construction industries.
Frequently Asked Questions
You receive 32 hours of CPD accreditation from the CPD Standards Office and qualify for IIESMS Technician grade membership (T.IIESMS). Both are internationally recognised qualifications that enhance your professional credibility.
Regardless of whether you pass or fail the formal assessment, you will receive CPD accreditation as long as you attend the full course duration. The CPD certificate reflects your commitment to professional development and recognises your participation in the training programme.
Your certificate is valid for 5 years from the date of issue. You will receive a reminder six months before expiry. To renew, you can attend either a one-day refresher (if you have completed 25 hours of CPD per year) or a two-day refresher course.
Classes are limited to 20 participants maximum to ensure personalised attention and facilitate effective learning and interaction during practical sessions.
Yes. In-house training is available for groups up to 20 participants. This option allows training to be tailored to your specific fire safety environment and is ideal for hospitals, nursing home groups, factories, and other large facilities. Contact us for a quotation.
The course covers Irish legislation including the Fire Services Acts 1981-2003, Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, and Building Control Regulations 1990-2024. It also covers European (EN) standards, Irish (I.S.) standards, relevant British Standards, and NFPA standards for best practice.
Yes. The written examination is open-book format, comprising 15 multiple-choice questions (3 marks each) and 10 short-answer questions (5 marks each). The practical examination involves hands-on inspection tasks using mock-up units.
This 5-day course provides comprehensive training in both fire door inspection AND passive fire protection systems, includes the IIESMS professional qualification, covers minor repair techniques, digital documentation tools, historic building considerations, and emerging technologies. The 1-day course focuses specifically on fire door inspection fundamentals.
Prior experience in building maintenance, construction, or fire safety is beneficial but not mandatory. A basic understanding of fire safety principles is recommended.
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