Our proven skills and experience
We are ISO 9001:2015 certified, ensuring top-tier quality assurance in fire door inspections, consultancy, and training. This certification demonstrates our commitment to excellence and compliance with UK fire safety standards.
FireQual is a specialist Awarding Body for the fire protection industry and FDC is a FireQual approved Training Centre for its Timber Based Fire Doors: Awareness, Installation, Maintenance & Inspection training programmes.
The Affiliation of Fire Door Inspectors is a not-for-profit body which aims to help raise industry standards. Neil Ashdown of FDC holds the office of Chairman.
The training arm of IFI Group Ltd, Independent Fire Training Ltd offers courses accredited by the Institute of Fire Safety Managers (IFSM) and recognised by the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE). Neil at FDC was awarded the Fire Stopping Inspection Diploma, further improving his expert knowledge of the industry for future customers.
The BRE Academy Fire Door Inspector and Fire Door Installation & Maintenance qualifications cover vital knowledge, and were created by BRE together with the Door and Hardware Federation (DHF). Neil has passed the examinations for both of those qualifications.
The Fire Door Inspector certification from Doorcheck Ltd is third party accredited, increases expert knowledge and ensures Legal Compliance to RRFSO (2005) Statutory requirement/Building Regulations. Neil achieved Doorcheck certification in November 2019.
Fire Doors Complete has been an NOCN approved Training Centre for SiteRight courses since August 2021.
The FDC training courses have been registered by CITB NI for grant assistance for in-scope employers.
Neil Ashdown of FDC is a Member of the Institute of Materials, Minerals & Mining, an organisation providing information and events across a range of materials and special interest sectors.
Fire Doors Complete has been accredited by Fire Aware as a company committed to end-user safety, with high moral standards within the fire safety industry.
Since 1996, the CPD Certification Service has been a frontrunner in independent CPD accreditation across all industries. As the world's largest organisation of its kind, they empower professional bodies and academic institutions by providing recognised accreditation, along with valuable support and expert advice. This ensures compliance with Continuing Professional Development (CPD) obligations and policies.
FDIS
The Fire Door Inspection Scheme (FDIS) is a training and certification body. Neil Ashdown, Managing Director at FDC, has passed both the FDIS Inspector certification course, and the FDIS Diploma. He was formerly Manager of the FDIS, delivering fire door related training courses between 2012 and 2015.
BWF-Certifire
FDC’s Managing Director, Neil Ashdown, has over forty years’ experience in the timber, joinery and fire door industries, holding management positions for 35 years plus. During this time, he managed his business within the scope of the BWF-Certifire scheme.
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Timber Fire Doors: Installation Training Module
This training package is intended for those who already have practical fire door installation skills, but require more information about the regulations surrounding timber-based fire doors. The training applies to both new and existing properties.
Timber Fire Doors: Maintenance Training Module
This training package is designed for those who require more information about how to properly maintain and repair fire doors in accordance with UK regulations. Delegates will be able to confidently comply with legislation surrounding timber-based fire doors.
Timber Fire Doors: Awareness Training Module
This training package is designed for those who have a caretaker role at a building. These delegates do not need to have technical fire door knowledge and skills, but will learn how to spot defects in fire doors and report them to the building manager.
Timber Fire Doors: Inspection Training Module
This training package is designed for those who inspect fire doors for their clients. Candidates are expected to have prior knowledge of timber doors and/or building safety. The course will equip delegates with the skills and knowledge to become professional fire door inspectors.
BWF Fire Door Installation Awareness: Two-Day Course
This course promotes awareness of appropriate fire door installation to construction and manufacturing industries. The course has been developed in collaboration between the National Open College Network (NOCN) and the British Woodworking Federation.
Practical Fire Door Installation Assessment
This is a hands-on practical assessment and provides an opportunity for those that have already attained the theory-based installation certificate to prove that they can correctly install a working timber-based fire door assembly.
Can I Certify a Fire Door?
Gain the knowledge and skills to certify timber-based fire doors with our expert-led course.
What experience and accreditations does Fire Doors Complete hold?
Fire Doors Complete is recognised by industry-leading accreditation bodies for fire door inspection, training, and compliance. These certifications confirm our expertise in fire safety, ensuring high standards in consultancy, inspections, and training. Below are answers to common questions about our accreditations and what they mean for our customers.
Get Expert Fire Door Advice – Contact UsWhat does the ISO 9001:2015 certification mean for Fire Doors Complete?
ISO 9001:2015 is an internationally recognised standard for quality management. This certification ensures that Fire Doors Complete delivers consistent, high-quality fire door inspections, training, and consultancy in compliance with UK fire safety regulations.
What is FireQual, and how is Fire Doors Complete associated with it?
FireQual is an awarding body for fire protection training. Fire Doors Complete is a FireQual-approved Training Centre, providing certified courses on timber fire door awareness, installation, maintenance, and inspection.
What is the role of the Affiliation of Fire Door Inspectors (AFDI)?
The Affiliation of Fire Door Inspectors (AFDI) is a non-profit organisation focused on improving fire door inspection standards. Neil Ashdown, Managing Director of Fire Doors Complete, is the Chairman of AFDI, reinforcing our expertise in fire safety.
What is the significance of the BRE Global accreditation?
BRE Global is a respected authority in fire safety testing and certification. Fire Doors Complete’s Managing Director, Neil Ashdown, has completed BRE Academy Fire Door Inspector and Installation & Maintenance qualifications, ensuring industry-leading expertise.
Why is Fire Doors Complete accredited by Fire Aware?
Fire Aware recognises companies committed to fire safety, compliance, and ethical standards. Our Fire Aware accreditation highlights our dedication to ensuring safe fire door installations and inspections across the industry.
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