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We've created a list of the most common questions related to fire testing & certification to help you navigate it. If you can't find what you're looking for, as our team. Fire Testing & Certification Frequently Asked Questions It's easy to be overwhelmed with the amount of information related to the fire testing & certification of products. We've pulled together some of the most common question below to help you. If your question isn't answered below, contact one of our team and we will get back to you. Frequently asked questions General Fire Resistance Testing Reaction to Fire Testing Technical Services How long does it take to get results? On completion of the test, the responsible officer will confirm the results within 24 hrs. This will be followed by a comprehensive draft report within 14 days. Can my product be changed from what was tested? Unlike fire resistance tests under British Standards, European standards provide a Direct Field of Application (DIAP) which detail the permissible changes from what was tested. An Extended Field of Application (EXAP) can also be undertaken which offers a great scope of variations than a DIAP. What is third-party certification? Third-party certification is independent verification that a product or service fulfils certain criteria. With passive fire protection products, this normally involves a certification body assessing test results, carrying out a factory production control audit and undertaking periodic inspections to ensure constancy of performance. UKTC work with many approved certification providers, including Bluesky Certification, IFC Certification and UL Solutions. What is UKCA Marking? UK Conformity Assessed (UKCA) marking is the new product marking which will be required for certain products placed on the market in Great Britain (England, Wales and Scotland). Does my product require UKCA Marking? The Construction Products Regulation in Great Britain states that any Construction Product covered by a UK Designated Standard must be UKCA marked. ASK OUR TESTING & CERTIFICATION EXPERTS Contact our team of testing & certification experts for more information. We aim to get back to you within 4 hours Get in touch

UKTC can help you achieve UKCA Marking for your products, affirming their safety, quality, and performance according to GB legislative requirements. From fire-resisting doorsets to external pedestrian doorsets, rely on us for compliance and continuous surveillance. UKCA Marking The UK Conformity Assessed (UKCA) mark is the new UK product marking scheme that is required for products being placed on the market in Great Britain (Scotland, England, and Wales). What is UKCA Marking? UKCA marking is a declaration that products meet the appropriate safety, quality, and performance standards to conform with the necessary GB legislative requirements. Applicants of UKCA marking must be able to demonstrate compliance with the relevant designated standard(s) and certification is conditional on the Approved Bodies' auhorisation where applicable. Thereafter, the approved body will implement continuous surveillance where applicable to ensure constancy of performance. An Approved Body can provide UKCA marking of construction products for the following product categories: UKCA Marking for fire-resisting and/ or smoke control doorsets and/ or openable windows This scheme applies to external fire-resistant and/ or smoke control doorsets and/ or openable windows. Applicants shall evidence that their product and processes complies with the requirements of the designated standard BS EN 16034, including that technical documentation (such as Declarations of Performance (DoP) have been correctly produced. This will be assessed using the relevant Assessment and Verification of Constancy of Performance (AVCP) system as defined in legislation and will involve some or all of the following tasks: • Sampling of test specimens • Testing under BS EN 1634-1, BS EN 1634-3, BS EN 1191 and BS EN 12605 where applicable • Classification under BS EN 13501-2 • Extended field of application (EXAPs) under BS EN 15269-1 • Factory production control inspection • Continuous surveillance of factory production control UKCA Marking for windows, external pedestrian doorsets and screens This scheme applies to windows (including roof windows, roof windows with external fire resistance and door height windows), external pedestrian doorsets (and their assemblies, including unframed glass doorsets, escape route doorsets) and screens. Applicants shall evidence that their product and processes complies with the requirements of the designated standard BS EN 14351-1, including that technical documentation (such as Declarations of Performance (DoP) have been correctly produced. This will be assessed using the relevant Assessment and Verification of Constancy of Performance (AVCP) system as defined in legislation and will involve some or all of the following tasks: Sampling of test specimens Testing under BS EN 12211, BS EN 1027, BS EN 13049, BS EN 14609, BS EN 948, BS EN ISO 140-3, BS EN ISO 10077-1, BS EN ISO 10077-2, BS EN ISO 12567-1, BS EN ISO 12567-2, BS EN 410, BS EN 13363-1, BS EN 13363-2, BS EN 1026, BS EN 12046-1, BS EN 14608, BS EN 14609, BS EN 12046-1, BS EN 947, BS EN 948, BS EN 949, BS EN 950, BS EN 13141-1, BS EN 1523, BS EN 13124-1, BS EN 13124-2, BS EN 1191, ENV 13420, ENV 1628, ENV 1629, ENV 1630, BS EN 1863-2, BS EN 12150-2, BS EN ISO 12543-2, BS EN 14179-2, BS EN 14321-2, BS EN 60335-2-103, BS EN 12453, BS EN 61000-6-3 and BS EN 61000-6-1 where applicable Factory production control inspection Continuous surveillance of factory production control Whilst not all of these tasks are the responsibility of the Approved Body, they should be notified before any of the tasks are undertaken to ensure that the evidence meets their requirements. Why you should commit to UKCA marking Future Proof Stay ahead of the competition and respond quickly to market demands with our efficient certification process. Streamlined Logistics Simplify your operations by aligning products with local standards making it easier to product compliant, quality products for across the UK. Increased Trust and Credibility The UKCA mark demonstrates a commitment to quality and safety, building trust in your products and your brand. UKCA Applicant Guide UKCA Application Form UKCA Extension to Scope Form

Learn more about the team behind delivering fire resistance and reaction to fire testing for passive fire protection product manufacturers. Our Team Barry Steven Laboratory Manager Barry started his UKTC career in the technical team and now oversees the daily operations of our UKAS accredited Fire Resistance laboratory Meet the team Learn more about the team dedicated to delivering leading fire testing and certification services. Our Team

Learn more about the team behind delivering fire resistance and reaction to fire testing for passive fire protection product manufacturers. Our Team Mark Garfield National Sales Director Mark joined UKTC in March 2026 following more than two decades in the testing & certification industry across a variety of roles before moving into Business Development. Utilising his decades of hands-on experience with testing and passive fire products, Mark will now support the growth of UKTC's testing & certification services. Meet the team Learn more about the team dedicated to delivering leading fire testing and certification services. Our Team

Explore exciting career opportunities at United Kingdom Testing and Certification. Speak to our team today and find out the open job Opportunities that we have. Career Opportunities As part of our team, you're joining ambitious colleagues, intent on acting with integrity to find solutions to global challenges. We are proud of the diversity of our team and our collaborative approach to working supports our inclusive environment, encouraging individuals to contribute their whole self to working with us, for the benefit of the public and industries around the world. Join a Team Driving Change. We enable our people to take on new challenges, in varied and interesting roles, that contribute to making the built environment safer. Work at UKTC is interesting, innovative and incredibly valuable. You’ll have the opportunity to keep developing your knowledge and skills to continue your professional development throughout your career with us. Current Job Openings

Learn more about the team behind delivering fire resistance and reaction to fire testing for passive fire protection product manufacturers. Our Team Andrew Jeffrey Brand & Marketing Officer Andrew joined UKTC in March 2024 following time at a post-production house in Glasgow where he produced visual effects (VFX), branding and motion graphics for film, tv and leading international brands. Now in the role of Graphic Designer, Andrew supports the marketing efforts of UKTC by building the visual identity of the brand and creating visually appealing marketing content to support both the online and offline channels of the business. Meet the team Learn more about the team dedicated to delivering leading fire testing and certification services. Our Team

Learn more about the team behind delivering fire resistance and reaction to fire testing for passive fire protection product manufacturers. Our Team Eddie Wilson Technical Surveyor Eddie graduated the City of Glasgow College with an HND in Computer Aided Architectural Design and Technology before spending over 18 months as a CAD technician in the Telecoms industry. He joined UKTC in March 2024 and uses his CAD expertise to conduct fire resistance test specimen surveys, create and update drawings. Meet the team Learn more about the team dedicated to delivering leading fire testing and certification services. Our Team

Learn more about the team behind delivering fire resistance and reaction to fire testing for passive fire protection product manufacturers. Our Team Holly Fitzsimmons Administrative Officer Holly’s role sees her looking after a lot of the office administration alongside being crowned our Wellbeing Champion. Meet the team Learn more about the team dedicated to delivering leading fire testing and certification services. Our Team

Learn more about the team behind delivering fire resistance and reaction to fire testing for passive fire protection product manufacturers. Our Team Dan Fitzsimmons Head of Testing Dan, Head of Testing at UKTC, joined the team in late 2021 from Warringtonfire where he managed their testing department for almost a decade. His vision to create something innovative and meaningful and to change the way people think about fire testing is at the forefront of UKTC’s mission. Meet the team Learn more about the team dedicated to delivering leading fire testing and certification services. Our Team

Learn more about the team behind delivering fire resistance and reaction to fire testing for passive fire protection product manufacturers. Our Team Mark Shaw Reaction to Fire Technical Officer Mark joined UKTC following his time at University. His passion for learning new skills has earned him a key position in the Reaction to Fire laboratory as a Technical Officer. He is responsible for the day-to-day management of Reaction to Fire tests of construction products, Meet the team Learn more about the team dedicated to delivering leading fire testing and certification services. Our Team

Learn more about the team behind delivering fire resistance and reaction to fire testing for passive fire protection product manufacturers. Our Team Andrew Hutchison Operations Director In late 2020, not long after the company's inception, Andrew started in the role of Technical Manager where he led the implementation of UKTC's fire resistance testing operations. Now in the role of Head of Technical Services, Andrew works closely with key stakeholders across all departments to ensure that the business meets key strategic objectives. Meet the team Learn more about the team dedicated to delivering leading fire testing and certification services. Our Team

Learn more about the team behind delivering fire resistance and reaction to fire testing for passive fire protection product manufacturers. Our Team Tom Smith Technical Services Officer Tom joined the team in March 2025 to strengthen our Technical Services department. He will play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of product conformity in our fire safety services. In his new position, Tom’s responsibilities will include: Preparing Engineering Reports: Tom will be responsible for preparing critical reports such as Classification Reports in line with BS EN 13501-2, as well as Extended Field of Application (ExAp) Reports to BS EN 15269-1. Assessing Fire and Smoke Leakage Test Data: Tom will be tasked with analyzing the relevance and impact of both primary and secondary fire and smoke leakage test data to support classification, ExAp assessments, and overall conformity evaluations. Customer Liaison and Coordination: A key part of Tom’s role will involve liaising with customers to understand and define their specific requirements. He will coordinate testing programmes with relevant testing departments or external suppliers to ensure efficient execution. Witnessing External Tests: Tom will witness tests carried out by external suppliers, ensuring that all testing meets the relevant standards or technical specifications. Continuous Development of Knowledge: Tom will remain at the forefront of industry best practices by continuously enhancing his knowledge of National, European, and International Standards related to fire safety. We are confident that Tom’s expertise and dedication will contribute significantly to our ongoing commitment to quality and safety within the fire safety sector. Meet the team Learn more about the team dedicated to delivering leading fire testing and certification services. Our Team