Fire damper inspection is imperative to identify visible signs of damage or corrosion and checked for any obstructions. Typical issues the Indepth team have found include:
- Foreign objects holding a damper open
- Cabling running through the damper opening, preventing its correct operation
- Heavy corrosion as a result of water ingress
Our team will also check the fire damper is situated correctly and inspect for visible damage or holes in the fire barrier in the area of the fire damper.
There are a variety of fire dampers installed in buildings across the UK. Typically fire dampers are held open by a fusible link, which is designed to release the damper in the event of fire so it closes – preventing the spread of fire or smoke.
During a test, the fusible link must be manually released, and the damper checked to make sure it closes fully. If this test is passed, the damper must be cleaned and reset.
You can learn more about our fire damper testing services here.
