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Choosing a Passive Fire Protection Contractor
Questions to ask about certification, specifications and evidence before work starts.
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BM TRADA Q-Mark certified
OneTrace digital records
Written by our fire protection team
Choosing a contractor for fire doors and fire stopping is a safety-critical decision. Look for competence, a clear scope and evidence you can use after handover.
Check certification and scope
Check current third-party certification and that its scope covers the work you need. TECS is BM TRADA certified and holds ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001, Constructionline and Acclaim SSIP.
Ask for a clear specification
Agree what will be surveyed, installed or repaired. Ask how products and methods will follow the relevant manufacturer test evidence and specification.
Agree the records before work starts
Ask what asset information, photographs and completion records you will receive. TECS logs every fire door and fire stopping seal in OneTrace.
Plan for ongoing maintenance
Your fire risk assessor and responsible person need accessible records. With OneTrace, clients can see live records and download reports any time to support future inspections and maintenance.
Related service: Fire Door Installation. Talk to us about what your building needs.
Read next: Why Third-Party Certification Matters.
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