The same fire safety law applies in every Irish city, but the buildings differ. This guide sets out who needs a fire risk assessment, what it covers, and where to find our detailed guides for Dublin, Cork, Limerick and Galway.
Who needs a fire risk assessment
Section 18(2) of the Fire Services Acts 1981 and 2003 places a duty on anyone having control of a premises other than a dwelling house to take all reasonable measures to guard against the outbreak of fire, and to ensure as far as is reasonably practicable the safety of people on the premises. Employers must also identify hazards and hold a written risk assessment under section 19 of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005.
In practice that covers offices, shops, restaurants, hotels, nursing homes, schools, warehouses, factories and the common parts of shared buildings.
What every assessment covers
- How a fire could start, and what would burn.
- Who is at risk, including anyone who needs help to evacuate.
- Escape routes, exits, signage and emergency lighting.
- Fire detection, alarm and firefighting equipment.
- Fire doors and the separation between parts of the building.
- Training, drills and records.
You receive a written report with findings ranked by priority. Our fire risk assessment checklist shows what the assessor looks at.
Dublin
Dublin has the largest concentration of offices, retail units and managed buildings in the country. The fire authority for Dublin is Dublin Fire Brigade.
Cork
Cork combines a busy hospitality sector with food, drink and pharmaceutical production.
- Fire safety services in Cork
- Restaurants, pubs and cafés in Cork
- Food processing and manufacturing in Cork
Limerick
We are about an hour from Limerick city, which has a large base of warehouses, industrial units and business parks.
- Fire risk assessments in Limerick
- Warehouses and industrial units in Limerick
- Business parks and multi-tenant buildings in Limerick
Galway
Hotels, guesthouses, schools and colleges are among the most common settings in Galway.
Common questions
How much does it cost? It depends on the size, use and complexity of the building. See what affects the cost.
How often should it be reviewed? Whenever something significant changes, and many businesses review yearly. See how often to review a fire risk assessment.
Who is responsible? The person having control of the premises. See the person in control explained.
Safer Solutions carries out fire risk assessments across Ireland. Call 086 275 9728, email info@safersolutions.ie or request a quote.