In the context of fire safety regulations in the UK, the term ‘Responsible Person’ typically refers to the individual or entity who has legal obligations and duties under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.

The primary duty of the ‘Responsible Person’ under the legislation is to conduct a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment for the premises they control.

Often the ‘Responsible Person’ is the employer, building owner, occupier, or any other person who has control over the premises or part of the premises.

The Responsible Person has the ultimate accountability for ensuring the buildings fire safety measures are maintained to the highest standard. Failure to meet these obligations can result in severe penalties and in some cases imprisonment.

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Regulation 10 applies to you if you are any of the following;

• Landlords
• Care Homes
• Schools & Nurseries
• Office Blocks
• Shared Accommodation
• Assisted Living
• Hospitals
• High Street Buildings
• Residential Apartment Blocks
• Rented Accommodation
• Letting Agents
• The Homeowner
• Your home is over 11 meters high from ground level
• It has 3 floors or more
• You have a loft conversion
• You have an adjoining garage
• Adaptions for disabled facilities
• If you own a private apartment/flat, the front door, which must be a Fire Door, is your responsibility to maintain

A competent person or third party typically refers to an individual or entity with the knowledge, experience, and qualifications to perform a specific task or make judgments in a particular field. In various contexts such as business, law, construction, or regulatory compliance, the term "competent person" or "third party" is used to designate someone who is independent and impartial, and who can provide reliable assessments, evaluations, or certifications.

Allow 3CO to alleviate the burden of your Fire Door responsibilities by serving as the third-party competent person, giving you total piece of mind.

A Fire Safety Enforcement Order is a legal directive issued by a fire authority or regulatory body to address serious fire safety deficiencies or violations within a building or premises. This order is typically issued when there is an imminent risk to life or property due to non-compliance with fire safety regulations.

There are different types of Notices:

Informal Notice: Suggests safety measures
Formal Fire Safety Notice: Specifies improvements needed and how to address them
Alterations Notice: Issued when premises have high safety risks due to changes in use
Enforcement Notice: Issued for serious unmanaged risks, specifying necessary improvements and deadlines
Prohibition Notice: Takes immediate effect if the risk is severe, restricting access to premises or parts of premises.

1. Containment of fire – Fire Doors create safe zones for evacuation and minimise the risk of property damage
2. Smoke control – Smoke inhalation is a major cause of fatalities in fires. Fire Doors block the passage of flames and restrict the flow of smoke
3. Delay the Spread of Fire – Fire Doors are engineered to resist fire for a specified period of time, giving valuable time to occupants to escape
4. Protecting Escape Routes – Fire Doors ensure that exit pathways remain accessible preventing the passage of fire and smoke
5. Safeguarding Property – Beyond protecting lives, Fire Doors safeguard your property by limiting fire and smoke damage to the area. This can significantly minimise the financial impacts of fire incidents

6. Compliance with Regulations – The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 stipulates that building owners and managers must ensure the safety of occupants in case of fire. This includes the installation and maintenance of Fire Doors in certain types of buildings and premises. Failure to comply can result in severe penalties and possible imprisonment

Smoke is often underestimated during a fire however it is the main killer in many fire-related incidents. At 3CO Fire Protection, we understand the critical importance of protecting against smoke as well as flames.

Not all Fire Doors are created equal when it comes to smoke protection. Many standard Fire Doors may not effectively prevent the spread of smoke that’s why we offer specialised upgrades to enhance the smoke protection capabilities of existing Fire Doors.

Upgrading existing Fire Doors is a more affordable option compared to replacing them entirely. 3CO can enhance your smoke protection at a fraction of the cost of installing new Fire Door sets.

3CO conduct two different types of Fire Door inspections: intrusive and non-intrusive. These inspections serve different purposes and are tailored to meet the specific needs and requirements of our clients.

Non-Intrusive A Non-Intrusive Fire Door Inspection is a visual check without removal of any Fire Door set components. This level of check means we are only able to check the outside without dismantling the door set and potentially causing any damage, whilst still ensuring a comprehensive check to ensure the functionality and safety of the Fire Door.

Intrusive A Intrusive Fire Door inspection includes all visual checks inspected on a non-intrusive inspection however, intrusive inspections include the careful removal of architraves and ironmongery to check for intumescent protection and linear gap seals. Any damage would only be caused to architraves and aesthetics (any damages will be rectified immediately following the inspection).

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• Upgrades of Fire Doors to fire and smoke
• Installations
• Maintenance Plans
  • Bronze – To keep you safe and compliant
  • Silver – For that little bit more
  • Gold Flame – For total peace of mind
  • Homeowner – Home safety at affordable prices
• Remedial work
• Golden Thread Digital Report
• Installation & Maintenance Certifications
• Certified Inspections