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Free NFPA 80 fire door inspection checklist (PDF-ready). Covers door operation, frame, hardware, closing device, signage and clearances. Download free.

Updated 28 Sept 2026

NFPA 80 Fire Door Inspection Checklist

Annual fire door assembly inspection per NFPA 80, Standard for Fire Doors and Other Opening Protectives

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Door Assembly

1No open holes or breaks in surfaces of door or frame
2Fire door label is intact and legible
3No missing or broken parts

Frame and Hardware

4Frame label intact and legible
5Hinges in good condition, pins intact
6Latch bolt operates and secures door
7Door-mounted hardware is labelled or listed for fire door

Closing Device

8Self-closing device operational, door fully closes and latches
9Door closer arm and body undamaged
10Hold-open device (if fitted) releases on alarm signal
11Coordinator (on pairs) ensures correct closing sequence

Glazing

12Glazing intact, no cracks or missing panes
13Glazing is fire-rated and labelled

Signage

14"Fire Door - Do Not Block" signage visible (where required)
15No unapproved signs, stickers or attachments on door

Clearances and Gaps

16Clearance under door does not exceed 19 mm (3/4 in.)
17Meeting edge gap on pairs within 3 mm (1/8 in.) + 3 mm
18Intumescent seals and smoke gaskets intact
19No door, frame or threshold modifications that void listing

Operational Test

20Door swings freely without binding or dragging
21Door fully latches into frame on each closing cycle
22No obstructions or wedges preventing full closure

Inspector

Signature

Print name

Date & time

Building / Facility Manager

Signature

Print name

Date

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An NFPA fire door inspection checklist records the inspection and operational test of each fire door assembly: label, door leaf, frame, clearances, hardware, closing and latching. Facility managers and fire door inspectors use it at least once a year. Section 5.2.4 of NFPA 80 (2025 edition) requires assemblies to be inspected and tested after installation and at least annually. Check which edition your authority having jurisdiction enforces.

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  • The MapTrack NFPA fire door inspection checklist contains 22 checks across 7 sections. Sections covered: Door Assembly, Frame and Hardware, Closing Device, Glazing, Signage, Clearances and Gaps, Operational Test.
  • Records each door by location and label, with its clearances, hardware condition and closing test, so a deficiency is tied to a specific opening.
  • Built around the NFPA 80 annual inspection and testing cycle for fire door assemblies, with space to record the result for the authority having jurisdiction.
  • A door must close and latch under its own power from the fully open position. One that stops short fails, whatever condition the rest of it is in.
  • Hold-open devices are acceptable only where they release on alarm, so a wedge, hook or tied-back closer is a deficiency rather than a convenience.

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What is an NFPA fire door inspection checklist?

An NFPA fire door inspection checklist is a structured form used to conduct and document the annual inspection of fire door assemblies as required by NFPA 80 (Standard for Fire Doors and Other Opening Protectives). Fire doors are critical components of a building passive fire protection system, designed to compartmentalize a building and prevent the spread of fire and smoke between areas. NFPA 80 requires that fire door assemblies be inspected and tested annually to ensure they will function as intended during a fire event. The inspection covers the door leaf (no holes, breaks, cracks or missing components), the frame (securely anchored, no damage, intumescent seal intact), hardware (hinges, latching, closer, coordinator if double doors), clearances (within the maximum gaps NFPA 80 allows for the type of door and frame), self-closing and positive latching operation, signage (fire door label legible), and no field modifications that void the listing. This checklist provides a systematic way to inspect each fire door assembly, record the findings, and document corrective actions for any deficiencies found. Buildings with large fire door inventories benefit from tracking inspection results digitally so that deficiency trends, recurring hardware failures and aging assemblies can be identified across the portfolio and addressed before they compromise compartmentalization during a fire event.

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Benefits of using this NFPA fire door inspection checklist

  • NFPA 80 compliance: the checklist covers every inspection item required by NFPA 80 for annual fire door assembly inspections, ensuring nothing is missed.
  • Life safety: fire doors that close and latch properly compartmentalize a building during a fire, protecting evacuation routes and giving occupants more time to escape.
  • Insurance and code compliance: documented annual fire door inspections satisfy building code requirements and insurance policy conditions related to fire protection.
  • Systematic deficiency tracking: the checklist records the condition of every component and documents corrective actions for any items that do not pass inspection.
  • Audit trail: completed checklists provide documented evidence for fire marshals, building inspectors, insurance auditors and accreditation bodies.
  • Maintain listing integrity: the inspection confirms that no field modifications have been made that would void the fire door assembly listing.

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What to include in an NFPA fire door inspection checklist

This NFPA fire door inspection checklist covers 13 key areas:

  • Building and location details: building name or address, floor, area, door identification number or location reference.
  • Inspection details: inspector name, qualification or certification, date, inspection type (annual, post-incident, recommissioning).
  • Fire door label: label present and legible (Y/N), manufacturer, fire rating (20 min, 45 min, 60 min, 90 min, 3 hr), label number.
  • Door leaf condition: no holes, breaks, cracks or missing components, no field modifications, no damage that would impair operation.
  • Frame condition: frame securely anchored to wall, no damage, no separation from wall, intumescent seal or smoke gasket intact.
  • Clearances: clearance at bottom (max 3/4 inch per NFPA 80), clearance at head and jambs (max 1/8 inch), meeting edge clearance for pairs (max 1/8 inch plus 1/16 inch).
  • Hardware inspection: hinges (correct number, no missing or broken), latching hardware (active latch bolt engages strike plate), closer (door closes fully from any open position and latches), coordinator (if double doors, inactive leaf closes first).
  • Self-closing and latching test: door closes fully from the fully open position and latches positively without assistance.
  • Glazing: fire-rated glazing intact, glazing beads and clips secure, no cracks or breakage.
  • Auxiliary items: no hold-open devices unless connected to fire alarm system, no obstructions preventing full closure, kick plates and edge guards do not exceed listing limitations, astragals (if required) in place and functional.
  • Overall result: pass, fail or corrective action required.
  • Corrective actions: item, deficiency description, action required, responsible person, due date, completion date.
  • Sign-off: inspector signature and date.

How to use this NFPA fire door inspection checklist

  1. Identify the fire door assembly to be inspected. Record the building, floor, area and door identification number. Locate the fire door label and record the manufacturer, fire rating and label number.: The fire door label is typically located on the hinge edge of the door. Record the manufacturer, fire rating (20 min, 45 min, 60 min, 90 min or 3 hr) and label number. If the label is missing or illegible, document this as a deficiency.
  2. Inspect the door leaf for holes, breaks, cracks, missing components or any field modifications. Check both sides of the door.: Examine both faces of the door leaf for holes, breaks, cracks or missing components. Look for unauthorized field modifications such as added cutouts, surface-mounted hardware not included in the listing, or removed components.
  3. Inspect the frame for secure anchorage, damage, separation from the wall, and condition of the intumescent seal or smoke gasket.: Check that the frame is securely anchored to the surrounding wall with no visible gaps or separation. Inspect the intumescent seal or smoke gasket for continuity, damage or missing sections that would compromise smoke or fire containment.
  4. Measure clearances: bottom (max 3/4 inch), head and jambs (max 1/8 inch), meeting edge for pairs (max 1/8 inch plus 1/16 inch). Record measurements.: Use a gap gauge or feeler gauge to measure clearances at multiple points along each edge. Record the actual measurements on the checklist. Clearances exceeding the NFPA 80 maximums require corrective action.
  5. Inspect hardware: count hinges (must match listing), check latch bolt engagement with strike plate, inspect the door closer for proper operation, and check the coordinator on paired doors.: Count the hinges and confirm the number matches the listing requirements. Verify the latch bolt extends fully into the strike plate. Test the closer by opening the door to various positions and confirming it closes and latches from each position.
  6. Perform the self-closing and latching test. Open the door to the fully open position and release. The door must close fully and the latch bolt must engage the strike plate without assistance.: Release the door from the fully open position and observe the closing cycle. The door must close completely and the latch bolt must positively engage the strike plate without any manual assistance. If the door stalls, bounces open or fails to latch, record the deficiency.
  7. Check glazing, auxiliary items (hold-open devices, kick plates, astragals) and confirm no obstructions prevent full closure.: Inspect fire-rated glazing for cracks, breakage or loose glazing beads. Confirm any hold-open devices are connected to the fire alarm system. Check that kick plates and edge guards do not exceed listing limitations. Remove any wedges or non-compliant hold-open devices.
  8. Record the overall result. For any items that fail, document the deficiency, corrective action required, responsible person and due date. Sign and date the checklist.: Mark the overall result as pass, fail or corrective action required. For each deficiency, record a clear description, the required corrective action, the responsible person and a target completion date. Sign and date the completed checklist.

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How often should you complete this checklist?

NFPA 80 requires that fire door assemblies be inspected and tested not less than annually. More frequent inspections may be required by the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ), the building owner, or following an event that may have affected the fire door (e.g. impact damage, construction work, fire). New fire door installations should be inspected at the time of acceptance and then annually thereafter. Fire doors in high-traffic areas (stairwells, corridors, hospital wards) may warrant more frequent checks due to the higher likelihood of damage or interference. All inspection records must be retained and made available to the AHJ upon request. In MapTrack, you can schedule annual fire door inspections, have the assigned inspector emailed when one falls due within seven days, and track corrective actions to closure.

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Frequently asked questions

NFPA 80 (Standard for Fire Doors and Other Opening Protectives) requires that fire door assemblies be inspected and tested not less than annually. The inspection must verify that no open holes or breaks exist in the door or frame, the door and frame are secured and aligned, the door closes fully and latches positively, clearances do not exceed the maximums (3/4 inch at the bottom, 1/8 inch at head and jambs), self-closing devices operate correctly, glazing and glazing beads are intact, and no field modifications have been made that would void the listing. Records of all inspections must be signed, dated and retained.

NFPA 80 requires that fire door inspections be performed by individuals with knowledge of the operating components of the type of door being inspected. NFPA says this could be the building owner or a third party, provided their credentials are acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ), so check what your AHJ and insurer accept before you book an inspector. The inspector must be competent to assess every component of the fire door assembly and determine whether it meets the requirements of NFPA 80.

The 2019 edition of NFPA 80 allows at most 3/4 inch (19 mm) under a fire door. At the head and jambs it allows 1/8 inch plus or minus 1/16 inch, so at most 3/16 inch (5 mm), on hollow metal doors, doors faced with high-pressure decorative laminate and 20-minute wood doors in hollow metal frames, and at most 1/8 inch (3 mm) on other doors. For pairs of doors, the meeting edge clearance must not exceed 1/8 inch plus 1/16 inch (approximately 5 mm). If clearances exceed these maximums, the fire door assembly is non-compliant and corrective action is required. Excessive clearances allow smoke and fire to pass through the door assembly, defeating its purpose.

Fire doors may only be held open if the hold-open device is connected to the building fire alarm system and releases the door automatically upon fire alarm activation, power failure, or activation of a local smoke detector. Wedges, door stops, hooks or any device that holds a fire door open without automatic release on fire alarm is a violation of NFPA 80 and building codes. During inspection, any non-compliant hold-open device must be removed and documented as a corrective action.

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NFPA 80 lists 13 items to verify during an inspection and test. NFPA's own technical guidance summarises them as confirming the labels on the door are visible and legible, checking the assembly for damage, looking for broken or missing components, checking the clearances around the door, confirming any signage on the door is compliant, and running an operational test to show the assembly will close and latch under fire conditions. The door must be operable at all times, meaning it opens, closes and latches, and must be kept closed and latched or arranged to close automatically. This checklist follows that order so nothing is skipped.

Both NFPA 80 and NFPA 101 require fire doors, fire door frames and fire door windows to carry a label showing the component has been tested and listed by an organisation acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction. The label must show the manufacturer's name, the mark of the third-party certification agency, the rating of the component, the fire test standard it was tested to and, where it is less than 650 F (361 C), the temperature rise at 30 minutes. Labels must stay legible while the door is in service. If a label is missing or illegible, the rating can be verified by other means acceptable to the AHJ, such as an inspection or certification service.

Yes, within limits NFPA 80 sets. Combustible signage cannot exceed 5 per cent of the area of the face of the door, which on a standard 36 by 80 inch door is about a 12 by 12 inch square. Metal signage up to 20 gauge is limited to 200 square inches, and stencilled signage is unlimited. Attach signs with adhesive or up to four metal screws no larger than US size 8, penetrating one side of the door only. Signs cannot be placed on any glazing and cannot interfere with the operation of the door. Record any signage on the inspection so it is checked against these limits every year.

Applicable regulatory standards

This template is a starting point. Check the current requirements that apply to your equipment, work and location. The template alone does not establish compliance.

  • Standard for Fire Doors and Other Opening Protectives

    Edition: NFPA 80, 2025 edition

    Sets the after-installation and annual inspection and testing this checklist records for each fire door assembly.

    • Chapter 5: Inspection, testing and maintenance requirements for fire door assemblies and other opening protectives.
    • 5.2.4: Requires fire door assemblies to be inspected and tested after installation and at least once a year.

    National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)Sold by the publisher

  • Life Safety Code

    Edition: NFPA 101, 2027 edition

    Life Safety Code, enforced where adopted locally. Check the edition your authority having jurisdiction enforces.

    National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)Sold by the publisher

Each source was read at its publisher and the page checked on 26 October 2026. The publisher's current text is the authority.

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