Fire Door Self-Closing Audit

Healthcare inspection template for verifying fire door self-closing performance, latching, gap clearance, and labeling in accordance with NFPA 80.

Inspection Details

• Facility / unit name
  Enter the building, department, or unit being inspected.
• Fire door location / identifier
  Record the specific door number, room, corridor, smoke compartment, or egress path.
• Inspection date and time
  Capture when the inspection was performed.
• Inspector name and title
  Document the inspector completing the audit.
• Reference standard
  Verify the door against NFPA 80 fire door inspection expectations and applicable facility policy.

Self-Closing and Latching Performance

• Door self-closes fully from any open position
  Door closes completely without manual assistance from the tested open position.
• Door latches positively when closed
  Latch engages fully and holds the door in the closed position.
• Closer operates smoothly without binding, leakage, or visible damage
  Check the door closer body, arm, and mounting for proper operation and condition.
• No wedges, props, or hold-open devices defeat self-closing
  Door is not held open by wedges, furniture, cords, or unauthorized devices.
• Door closes and latches after normal opening force is released
  Open the door and release it to confirm the closer returns the door to the latched position.

Gap Clearance and Door Alignment

• Top and side clearances are within acceptable limits
  Measure the clearance at the top and vertical edges of the door.
• Bottom clearance is within acceptable limits
  Measure the clearance at the bottom of the door to the finished floor or threshold.
• Door, frame, and hardware are aligned without rubbing or interference
  Door opens and closes without binding, scraping, or misalignment that affects operation.
• No visible damage, warping, or field modifications affecting the fire door assembly
  Inspect the leaf, frame, glazing, seals, and hardware for damage, unauthorized cuts, or modifications.

Labeling, Hardware, and Fire Door Assembly Condition

• Fire door label is present and visible
  The fire door label is legible and not painted over, covered, or removed.
• Required hardware is present and appropriate for the assembly
  Verify hinges, latch, closer, and any required fire door hardware are installed and suitable for the opening.
• Vision panel, glazing, and seals are intact where installed
  Inspect glazing, glazing beads, and perimeter seals for damage or missing components.
• No unapproved penetrations, cutouts, or field alterations are present
  Check for drilled holes, added devices, or other modifications that may compromise the fire door assembly.

Deficiencies and Corrective Actions

• Deficiencies documented with specific location and condition
  Record each deficiency, including what was observed and where it was found.
• Immediate life-safety risk noted and escalated to responsible party
  Indicate whether any critical item failure was escalated for prompt correction.
• Corrective action owner and due date
  Identify the person, department, or vendor responsible for remediation and the target completion date.