Damaged Closures

O. Reg. 213/07: FIRE CODE

1.4.1.2. The words and terms used in this Code that are in bold face, and either in upper and lower case or in lower case, have the following meanings:

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Closure means a device or assembly for closing an opening through a fire separation such as a door, a shutter, wired glass or glass block and includes all components, such as hardware, closing devices, frames and anchors.

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Fire separation means a construction assembly that acts as a barrier against the spread of fire and may or may not have a fire-resistance rating or a fire-protection rating.

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2.2.3.1. Where closures are damaged so as to affect the integrity of their fire-protection rating, the damaged closures shall be repaired so that the integrity of the closures is maintained.

2.2.3.2. (1) Closures in fire separations shall be maintained to ensure that they are operable at all times by

(a) keeping fusible links and heat or smoke-actuated devices undamaged and free of paint and dirt,

(b) keeping guides, bearings and stay rolls clean and lubricated,

(c) making necessary adjustments and repairs to door hardware and accessories to ensure proper closing and latching, and

(d) repairing or replacing inoperative parts of hold-open devices and automatic releasing devices.

2.2.3.3. Closures in fire separations shall not be obstructed, blocked, wedged open, or altered in any way that would prevent the intended operation of the closure.

2.2.3.4. (1) A door in a fire separation shall be kept closed when not in use.

(2) A door in a fire separation shall be checked as frequently as necessary to ensure that the door remains closed.

(3) Sentences (1) and (2) do not apply to

(a) a door designed to close automatically in the event of a fire emergency, or

(b) a door for which an approved fire safety plan contains provisions for closing in the event of a fire emergency.

(4) A door in a fire separation shall be inspected monthly.

(5) A door opening in a fire separation and the areas surrounding the door opening shall be kept clear of anything that would be likely to obstruct or interfere with the free operation of the door.