Are you permitted to shave off a section of a fire-rated door? If so, what procedures do we need to take to ensure the door is Fire Safety compliant?
We are installing flooring over a tiled entrance which is accessed through a fire door. To enable the door to open and close the fire door would need to be shaved. Is this permitted? If so, what procedures do we need to take to ensure the door is Fire Safety compliance?
If you need to remove more than a 10mm threshold, the manufacture should be able to alter the door to suit.
On average manufacturers have a 10mm threshold (lip) around the outside edges of a fire door that should not be compromised. Should more than 10mm be required to allow for the floor covering the manufacture should be able to alter the door to suit by removing the lip and reinstating it once the door has been cut to size?
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Stefan Bauer is an experienced fire safety professional with a proven background in auditing, compliance inspections, and building fire safety management. Over his career, he has conducted comprehensive audits across commercial, residential, and industrial properties, ensuring alignment with Australian Standards and statutory obligations. His expertise includes fire system testing, maintenance reviews, and performance-based compliance solutions.
Operating as an independent third-party auditor, Stefan delivers impartial assessments that support building owners, managers, and contractors in meeting regulatory requirements while enhancing overall safety outcomes. He is recognised for his methodical approach, attention to detail, and ability to provide clear, actionable recommendations.
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- Licensed Fire Protection Certifier / Auditor
- QBCC (Queensland Building and Construction Commission)
- Accredited Practitioner with FPA Australia (Fire Protection Association Australia)
- Workplace health and Safety Officer qualifications
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