Commercial Door Hardware Inspection
Maintain building safety and accessibility with our door hardware inspection checklist. Covers closers, panic devices, locks, and ADA compliance.
Overview
This commercial door hardware inspection checklist ensures doors operate safely and meet accessibility requirements. Regular inspection of closers, panic bars, locks, and hinges maintains life safety compliance and prevents access issues in commercial buildings.
Key Benefits
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Complete Checklist
- Test door closing speed
- Verify sweep speed is appropriate
- Check latching speed adjustment
- Test closing force (5 lbs max for ADA)
- Inspect closer mounting security
- Check for hydraulic fluid leaks
- Verify closer arm operation
- Test backcheck operation
- Check hold-open function if present
- Verify proper door closure from any angle
- Test panic bar operation (15 lbs max)
- Verify single-motion egress
- Check latching mechanism operation
- Inspect for damaged components
- Test exterior trim operation
- Verify proper door clearance
- Check dogging device if present
- Inspect mounting fasteners
- Test alarm if equipped
- Verify proper label present
- Test lock operation and keying
- Check latch engagement depth
- Verify proper strike alignment
- Test deadbolt extension
- Inspect lock cylinder condition
- Check for excessive wear
- Test electronic locks if present
- Verify proper latch retraction
- Check mortise lock operation
- Test master key system
- Inspect hinge leaves for wear
- Check hinge pin security
- Verify proper door clearances
- Test hinge operation smoothness
- Check for hinge binding
- Inspect continuous hinges
- Verify proper hinge quantity
- Check pivot operation for heavy doors
- Inspect concealed hinges
- Lubricate hinges as needed
- Measure opening force (5 lbs interior, 8.5 lbs exterior)
- Verify maneuvering clearance
- Check threshold height (1/2 inch max)
- Test door opening width (32 inch clear min)
- Verify hardware height (34-48 inches)
- Check door closer timing
- Test accessible hardware operation
- Verify proper signage
- Check door operating effort
- Document non-compliant items
- Verify fire rating label present
- Check for required self-closing
- Verify positive latching
- Inspect door and frame condition
- Check for penetrations or gaps
- Verify proper clearances
- Test coordinator on pairs
- Check intumescent seals
- Verify proper installation
- Document annual inspection
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