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Why Third-Party Certification Matters
What independent certification tells you about a fire protection installer and their work.
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BM TRADA Q-Mark certified
OneTrace digital records
Written by our fire protection team
Passive fire protection is mostly hidden once a job is finished. Third-party certification gives building owners an independent assurance that the work was carried out by a competent company using suitable products.
What certification involves
Under schemes such as BM TRADA Q-Mark, an independent body assesses a company’s training, processes and installed work. Certified companies are audited regularly, not just once.
Why it helps you
Using a certified installer makes it easier to show you appointed a competent contractor. Certification paperwork can also support your fire risk assessment, insurance and building records.
What to ask for
Ask to see the company’s current certificate and check its scope covers the work you need, such as fire door installation, maintenance or fire stopping. On completion, ask for the certificate of conformity and the installation records.
How TECS works
TECS is certified under BM TRADA Q-Mark schemes for fire door installation, fire door maintenance and fire stopping. Every job is backed by photographic records in OneTrace.
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Read next: Choosing a Passive Fire Protection Contractor.
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