SECTOR INSIGHT
DHF launches new maintenance videos for industrial doors and automated gates
» EACH VIDEO SERVES AS A VALUABLE resource for business owners, facility managers, and engineers, demonstrating best practices and the importance of using fully trained professionals, such as DHF Members, for maintenance and repairs.
The industrial door video, which is two minutes and 26 seconds long, highlights the importance of contracting a fully qualified engineer with a specific skillset to undertake a thorough inspection of the industrial door. The automated gate video, which is two minutes and nine seconds long, emphasises the need to undertake regular maintenance on automated gates to ensure that safety, reliability and most importantly, legal obligations, have been met.
“ The most important elements to consider from the role of maintenance is that the products remain safe to put on the market, reliable, and fully compliant with current legal obligations.
Before servicing either industrial doors or automated gates, a professional maintenance provider will assess the industrial door or gate’ s condition and inform the customer about necessary steps, including temporary shutdowns for safety inspections,” explains DHF’ s Commercial Director, Patricia Sowsbery- Stevens.“ If critical defects are detected, the system will be deemed unsafe and the engineer cannot put it back into service until the necessary repairs have been completed. And when those defects are rectified, they must be done so by a fully qualified professional.
The videos further reinforce the significance of DHF’ s Level 2 Awards in Safety, a one-day theory-based course recommended for installation and maintenance engineers, and which provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of essential safety standards relevant to their product area. In completing the course, engineers gain the knowledge and confidence to safely install products that meet compliance requirements.
For further information about the new maintenance videos, visit https:// bit. ly / 41FvRfx; for further information on DHF training, please contact 01827 52337 or visit https:// bit. ly / 2Ai6Zji
DHF is actively promoting these videos on social media and encourages all members to take advantage of this valuable resource. The video can be used on DHF members’ websites, social media platforms, and shared with existing and potential customers.
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GRENFELL TOWER PHASE TWO REPORT:‘ FIRE SAFETY LEGISLATION DEMANDS GREATER DETAIL’
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» NICOLA JOHN, MANAGING Director of Fire Door Maintenance, part of UAP Ltd said:“ The government’ s response is a step in the right direction— but it doesn’ t go far enough. Tougher rules are welcome, but real safety isn’ t just about ticking boxes. It’ s about making sure the right people are in place and have the skills and knowledge they need.
“ Fire safety legislation demands greater detail. We’ re a long way from where we need to be, and the industry doesn’ t yet have a clear career path for specifiers, inspectors, maintainers and installers throughout the fire door chain to guarantee that those responsible for critical
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safety measures have the skills and authority to do their job properly. That’ s what we’ re mapping out at FDM, offering specialist training and clear accreditation routes. |
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“ While there’ s a focus on fixing construction products, the real issue runs deeper— this is about behaviour, accountability, and a culture that has, for too long, put costcutting |
ahead of safety. The Building Safety Act’ s move to demonstrate competence has started the process, but it’ s not enough. We need a sharper spotlight on those who sign off on unsafe buildings and those who knowingly cut corners.
“ There’ s been a lot of talk about cultural change and empowering social housing, but talk doesn’ t save lives. Industry-wide action does. The government must go further, act faster, and ensure these reforms lead to real, lasting change. We need legislation that forces the industry to act, not sweeping reforms that lack detail.”
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