This facility pre-screen is limited to visible observations on swinging fire doors with builders hardware. It is not a formal NFPA 80 inspection, deficiency classification, or compliance determination.
Scope: Use this list only to prepare information for a qualified review of swinging fire doors with builders hardware. It does not cover rolling steel doors, shutters, curtains, dampers, or other specialized assemblies. Consult the official NFPA inspection checklist for swinging doors and confirm the effective requirements with the AHJ.
Record whether door and frame labels appear present and legible
Record observed self-closing and latching behavior under the property's approved facility procedure
Note visibly irregular clearances for formal measurement
Record visible panic-bar or exit-device operating concerns
Note visible closer leaks, arm damage, or operating concerns
Record visible hinge, strike, or frame damage for qualified review
Record glazing and gasketing condition for listing-specific review
Record uncertain hardware or field modifications for qualified review
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