The annual FM engineering audit is approaching — the maintenance condition and compliance records of your flood doors are key factors in passing the inspection.
As the original manufacturer, we provide professional annual maintenance services to help you pass the audit smoothly.
What Do FM Engineers Look For?
After installing FM-certified flood doors, many factories often overlook one critical fact:
Maintaining FM Global insurance coverage requires cooperation with the annual facility audit.
When FM engineers arrive on site, they do not simply check whether the flood doors are still in place.
They will also review the equipment maintenance records, sealing condition, installation drill records, and whether the system has been incorporated into the facility’s Flood Emergency Response Plan (FERP).
According to the clear requirement of FM 1-40 §2.2.6.2.9, flood protection facilities must be inspected and maintained regularly during service.
Additional confirmation inspections are also required after a flood event and prior to forecasted flood conditions, ensuring the equipment maintains structural integrity, reliable sealing performance, and can function immediately when needed.
If flood doors lack maintenance records, or if seals have aged and the equipment is in poor condition, FM engineers may classify them as high-risk items, potentially affecting your company's insurance rating and renewal conditions.
FM 1-40 Specific Requirements
Monthly Requirements
√ Flood doors have been inspected and recorded in inspection checklists
√ Protected openings and flood doors are in good condition, with no damage or management neglect
√ The opening area remains clear, with no debris that may interfere with flood door functionality
√ Sealing strips and locking mechanisms show no aging or deterioration
√ Newly added openings below the design flood level are properly sealed and able to withstand design water pressure
√ Flood pumps are properly maintained and remain operational
Annual Requirements
A. Complete annual maintenance work including flood door coating protection and lubrication
B. Conduct an annual installation drill and retain itemized inspection records for FM review
C. Flood door installation plans have been incorporated into the facility's FERP flood emergency response plan
D. Installation manuals are kept on site in an accessible location
Important Reminders
△ The above items are key inspection points during FM engineer audits and should be completed prior to inspection
△ FM requires additional confirmation inspections after flood events and prior to predicted floods
△ The typhoon season and heavy rainfall season are the best windows for maintenance planning
Original Manufacturer Annual Maintenance Service
As the original manufacturer of FM-certified flood doors,
Shanghai Weiwang Technology Co., Ltd. provides comprehensive annual maintenance services.
Each maintenance item directly corresponds to the compliance requirements of FM 1-40, and a written maintenance report will be issued for FM audit records.
🔍 Comprehensive Door Panel & Track Inspection
Inspection for deformation, corrosion, and damage.
Cleaning of main tracks and floor tracks, with removal of debris.
🔒 Seal Inspection and Replacement
Inspection of seal aging and compression condition.
Replacement when necessary to ensure reliable waterproof sealing performance.
🔧 Compression Locking System & Fastener Inspection
Locking function testing to confirm bolts are secure and free of corrosion, ensuring normal operation during emergencies.
🎯 Annual Installation Drill
Standard installation drills are conducted to verify installation procedures and retain detailed drill records.
💧 Water Pressure Spray Test
Water spray testing on main tracks, door panel joints, and floor tracks to verify overall sealing performance.
👷 On-site Personnel Operation Training
Training for installation, removal, and emergency operation to ensure personnel are proficient in emergency procedures.
📄 Written Maintenance Inspection Report
A complete itemized inspection record will be issued and jointly signed by both parties.
The report can be directly archived for FM engineer review.
Recommended Maintenance Timing
Plan maintenance in advance to prepare for FM engineer inspections:
• At least one annual maintenance inspection per year
• Before FM engineer audits
• After flood events
After maintenance is completed, our company will issue a Flood Door Maintenance Inspection Report, including inspection items, results, corrective recommendations, testing records, and a joint signature page.
The report can be used directly as FM audit documentation.