🔥 Montreal Fire Door Inspection – Fire Safety & Compliance
Attention building owners and property managers! 🏢🔥 The fire department performs annual inspections to ensure your building is safe and compliant. At Serrurier Shay Locksmith, we specialize in inspecting, repairing, and maintaining all doors so you can pass inspections stress-free.
✅ What We Check During Door Inspections:
Latching Issues ⚠️
- Doors must latch properly.
- Doors that close too fast or too slow are unsafe.
Obstructions & Misalignment 🛑
- Doors that don’t fully close due to closer arms or frame interference.
Fire-Rated Plates 🔥
- Fire-rated labels/plates must be clean, visible, and free of paint.
Push Paddles & Exit Devices 🖐️
- Main doors: push paddles must function properly.
- Exit doors: push bars must fully retract (100%) when pressed.
Door Closers 💧
- Check for oil leaks and proper operation.
Electric Strikes & Strike Plates ⚡
- Replace missing or damaged parts.
Door Hinges 🔩
- Replace missing or worn hinges to ensure proper door operation.
Handles & Hardware 🖐️
- Repair or replace missing or broken handles.
Garbage Chute Doors & Windows 🗑️
- Doors must close automatically.
- Chute windows must close automatically after use.
- Doors/windows left open are serious fire hazards.
Exit Door Requirements 🚪
- Must always be clear and unobstructed.
- No additional locks allowed.
- Only permitted device: removable weldable bar (common in warehouses).
⚡ How to Speed Up the Inspection:
To save time and labor costs, clients should:
- Mark all doors with yellow notes or tape 🟨.
- Mark floors and door locations clearly.
- Send a diagram if you cannot be on-site 🗺️.
- Best option: Be on-site with us to show all doors 🧑🔧.
If no markings or on-site guidance are provided, labor time may increase.
🛠️ Step-by-Step Inspection Process:
- Full walkthrough of all doors 🚶♂️
- Check latches, closers, push paddles, hinges, handles, electric strikes, and exit devices 🔧
- Inspect garbage chute doors and windows to ensure they self-close properly 🗑️
- Clean fire-rated plates and remove paint/obstructions 🖌️
- Repair or replace defective hardware ⚙️
- Confirm all exit paths are clear and compliant ✅
📧 Email: info@serruriermontreal.com
📞 Call: 514-836-9097
Make sure your building is safe, compliant, and ready for inspection! 🔥🚪💪