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Third-Party Active and Passive Fire Inspections

At Vortex Fire UAE, we provide internationally recognized third-party fire inspections (IIA – Independent Inspection Agency) in line with the UAE Fire and Life Safety Code of Practice, NFPA, IBC and international ASTM standards. With deep regional expertise, we deliver comprehensive active and passive fire safety inspections and witness testing throughout the construction lifecycle.

Active Fire Protection Systems
  • Fire detection and alarm systems
  • Fire fighting systems (wet and dry)
  • Emergency lighting and illuminated exit signage
  • Smoke management and extraction systems
  • Testing of Fire Service Elevators
  •  Emergency (Fire) Command Centres
Passive Fire Protection Systems
  • Inspection of fire-rated service penetrations (ASTM E2174)
  • Joint and perimeter fire-stopping systems (ASTM E2392)
  • Structural fireproofing – SFRM (ASTM E605 & ASTM E736)
  • Intumescent coatings (AWCI 12-B & ASTM D7091)
  • Fire-rated doors and windows (NFPA 80)
  • Facade, cladding, and roof system fire compliance review
  • Fire safety strategy review
  • Means of egress and emergency access compliance
  • Witnessing T&C for active and passive systems
  • Life safety system functionality verification

Our inspections are conducted using approved design documentation and validated against international codes and UAE Civil Defence requirements.

Internationally Accredited & Locally Experienced

Vortex Fire (UAE Office) is backed by IAS accreditation to perform independent inspections under:

  • ISO 17020:2012 – Conformity Assessment for Inspection Bodies
  • AC291 – Accreditation Criteria for Special Inspection Agencies

With decades of global experience and local market understanding, we act as a reliable fire safety inspection consultant in the UAE, working with developers, consultants, and contractors across residential towers, commercial buildings, healthcare facilities, airports, and more.

  • Certified and Independent: Fully compliant with UAE Civil Defence and international inspection standards
  • End-to-End Expertise: From early design advice to final commissioning validation
  • System Integrity Assurance: Ensuring fire systems are not only installed, but also perform under real conditions
  • Risk Reduction & Compliance: Supporting AHJs, project managers, and stakeholders with transparent and thorough reporting

Whether you need third-party inspection for new developments, high-risk occupancies, or complex retrofits, Vortex Fire UAE brings global best practices with local precision.