A practical guide for Liverpool HMO landlords and agents: fire door law, installation, inspection, maintenance, how to log checks properly, and the penalties councils can impose.
Category Archives: Fire Door Law & Responsibilities
Plain-English guides to fire door law, BS 8214:2026 and the duties of the Responsible Person.
Fire Door Law & Responsibilities
Nominal vs Notional Fire Doors: What’s the Difference and Why Certified Always Wins
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Oct
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Nominal and notional fire doors rely on judgement, not proof. We explain the difference, when older doors may still be accepted, and why a certified fire door assembly always wins.
Fire Door Law & Responsibilities
BS 8214:2026 Explained: What the New Fire Door Standard Means for Your Building
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Oct
Oct
BS 8214:2026 replaced the 2016 fire door code of practice in March 2026. We explain what has changed, whether it is law, and what landlords and Responsible Persons should do next.