Why fire doors?

Fire doors are legally required in certain areas to prevent fires from spreading throughout a building and provide clear access to escape. Installation of fire doors are regulated by AS1905.1. Maintenance of fire doors is regulated by AS1805-21. Is it a fire door?...
Current Legislation vs Old Legislation

Current Legislation vs Old Legislation

There are constantly new rules and regulations being developed and implemented in the building industry. These new rules are usually developed in an attempt to learn from previous incidents by increasing the safety of people and property. Fire safety is by far the...
Fire Door Markings, Labels and Signage

Fire Door Markings, Labels and Signage

All fire doors in Australia need to have specific information identified on them. The information is etched or embossed onto a metal plate know as a compliance tag (or more simply, a ‘tag’). Fire door tags are a requirement by Australian Standards – AS...
Fire Door Hardware and Door Seals

Fire Door Hardware and Door Seals

In relation to fire door hardware and door seals, there are some key hints to ensure you get the security and practicality you’re after while maintaining the fire doors compliance. All manufactured fire doors are put through rigorous testing with various types of...
What are the Fire Door Requirements in QLD?

What are the Fire Door Requirements in QLD?

Fire safety in Queensland is something that has evolved and been developed over the last few decades. The result a fire can have on a building can be devastating effects, not only to the building itself, but also to its occupants. A fire door is designed to contain a...