A fire door is a door with a fire-resistance rating. This could also be called a fire protection rating for closures. Fire doors are used as part of a passive fire protection system. This is to reduce or limit the spread of fire or smoke between rooms. This also enables escaping a building in safety as certain sections are protected with fire doors. 

Any fire door must comply with the requirements as stipualted in SABS 1253 and must be fitted with an approved selfclosing device.  The whole fire door unit must comply with the relevant standards.

These doors play a vital role in protecting lifes and assest. These fire doors a engineered to protect in case of a fire. They keep the fire in a specific section and can handle a lot more heat when compared to other type of doors.

It is vital to inspect your fire doors and keep it clear of any obstructions as this is your only emergency escape route.