NFPA 80 fire door inspection checklist template

NFPA 80 requires annual inspection and testing of fire doors. Additionally, you must conduct inspections after installation, maintenance, or repair work. High-traffic areas or doors in harsh environments may need more frequent inspections. The annual requirement ensures fire doors remain functional for their life-saving purpose, while creating a documentation trail that demonstrates your commitment to ongoing fire safety compliance.

After completing the inspection, maintain records that include inspection dates, inspector identification, door locations, findings, and corrective actions taken. Our template provides dedicated sections for this documentation. These records serve as evidence of compliance during fire marshal visits or insurance inspections, demonstrate due diligence in safety practices, and help track maintenance patterns across your fire door inventory.

The checklist guides you to measure clearances using a gauge tool. Per NFPA 80, clearances should not exceed 1/8″ at the sides and top of the door or 3/4″ at the bottom. The template includes specific fields for recording these measurements. Proper clearances are critical because excessive gaps allow smoke and flames to pass through, compromising the door’s fire-resistance rating and potentially allowing fire spread beyond the compartment.

If you identify deficiencies using the checklist, document them in detail in the designated section. NFPA 80 requires that deficiencies be corrected “without delay.” The template helps you categorize issues by severity and assign follow-up actions. For minor issues like loose hardware, immediate repairs may be possible, while major deficiencies like damaged door cores require professional assessment and potentially door replacement.