What is Fire and Smoke Damper Inspection and Testing?
Fire and smoke dampers are fitted in ductwork to prevent the spread of fire, they are usually used whenever there is a fire resistance wall or floors. Fire dampers are responsible for slowing or stopping a fire inside of HVAC systems. In general a fire damper works when heat from a fire causes the normal temperature of a room to rise, it is designed to close automatically on the detection of heat.
Smoke dampers act similarly to fire dampers in order to maintain the structural integrity of physical smoke barriers, whereas fire dampers are utilised to help stop the spread of fire. They can also be found in the ventilation and air-conditioning ducts. However, unlike fire dampers, smoke dampers do not have the same temperature limitations.
Why is Fire and Smoke Damper Inspection and testing important?
Regular inspection and testing of fire and smoke dampers is essential to ensure they are functioning properly and effectively protecting building occupants in the event of a fire. Fire dampers should be tested at least once every 12 months, as recommended by industry standard BS9999:2017. The accumulation of foreign materials, such as dirt, dust, and debris, within ductwork can impair the proper function of the dampers, which can put building occupants at high risk.
Your responsibilities
It is essential to maintain an up-to-date asset register for all fire and smoke dampers in your building. We recommend appointing trained and competent subcontractors to conduct regular testing and perform any remedial works.
You must also adhere to the following requirements:
How often is Fire and Smoke Damper Inspection and Testing required?
In high-risk areas, such as medical facilities, dampers may need to be tested more regularly—typically every six months.
Where does Cleartech carry out Fire and Smoke Damper Inspection and Testing?
We offer inspection and testing services for fire and smoke dampers across the UK and Ireland. Our completed projects include locations such as Edinburgh, Glasgow, Sunderland, Dublin, Aberdeen, and many others.
If you don’t see your location listed, please let our team know through our contact page.
How much does Fire and Smoke Damper Inspection and Testing cost?
Contact our team for a quote tailored to your requirements.
What makes Cleartech qualified to carry out Fire and Smoke Damper Inspection and Testing?
Since our establishment in 2004, Cleartech has continuously expanded and diversified its range of services. Our engineers are fully trained and certified by City and Guilds, ensuring we consistently meet the demands of our client’s projects. Cleartech is committed to investing significant time, effort, and resources into developing both our office staff and engineers expertise whilst ensuring client satisfaction every time. We remain dedicated to expanding our services to fulfil project requirements and client needs.
Why choose Cleartech?
With over 20 years of experience, Cleartech has built a reputation for excellence, reliability, and industry-leading standards. Our team of highly skilled engineers is dedicated to providing safe, compliant, and tailored services to meet the unique needs of each project. We view every client as a partner, fostering trust and collaboration, which has established us as a leader in fire and smoke damper services.
What else can Cleartech do for you?
We offer a range of services to our clients across the areas of Water Treatment, L8 Legionella Compliance services, HVAC Commissioning, Commissioning Management, LEV Testing and Inspection, and RPZ Valve Testing and Commissioning.
Call us for a quote on 01698 682000, pop an email to [email protected], or simply fill out our contact form and one of our friendly team will be in touch!
