Case Study: Howlish Hall Care Home

Project Overview and Scope

RiskFire Ltd were appointed as Principal Contractor to deliver fire door remedials and doorset

replacements across Howlish Hall Care Home, a 76-room listed residential facility in Crook, County

Durham. The works required careful coordination to ensure minimal disruption to vulnerable residents

in a live, operational environment. The scope included ease and adjustment of doors to fix excessive

gaps, replacement of damaged or missing Grade 13 Hinge sets, installation of appropriate fire door

signage, repairs to door frames, and full FD30s and FD60s doorset replacements. All works were

delivered in line with IFC-certified standards, with clear-zoning, phased scheduling, and appropriate

signage to manage risk. All remedials and replacements were logged in real time using our digital

compliance platform, Onetrace, with photographic evidence and system references for Golden Thread

traceability.

Project Controls and Documentation Provided

• Site-specific RAMS and phased programme of works
• Real-time digital tracking and photographic evidence via Onetrace
• IFC third-party certification of all completed works
• Manufacturer data sheets and installation details
• Project-specific Health & Safety documentation provided
• Final handover pack including O&M documentation and compliance reports



Challenges and Solutions

One key challenge was maintaining minimal disruption in a live, vulnerable environment. This was

effectively managed through clear phasing of activities, communication with on-site staff, and by

limiting dust, noise, and access risks using methods suited to sensitive environments.

Outcome and Outputs Achieved

All works were completed to specification, on time, and with zero H&S incidents. RiskFire’s

professionalism and flexible methodology ensured that operational disruption was kept to a minimum

and compliance with fire safety regulations was fully achieved. The client was provided with a full

certification, complete compliance record, and full O&M documentation, with positive feedback

achieved from Williams & Spenceley Ltd.