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Apartment blocks and multi-tenant buildings often share one water system. If that system lets legionella grow, every unit it serves is affected. For whoever manages the building, controlling that risk…

A hotel fire risk assessment has to answer one question above all: could every guest get out safely at three in the morning? People asleep in an unfamiliar building react…

Nursing homes need a legionella risk assessment that is reviewed at least once a year, backed by water sampling at least twice a year. That is the standard set out…

A fire risk assessment covers ten areas, from how a fire could start to whether everyone could get out. Knowing them in advance makes the visit quicker and the report…

There is no single answer for every building, but there is clear guidance. Healthcare settings, including nursing homes, should sample at least twice a year. For everyone else, your legionella…

If you are an employer or a person in control of a premises (such as a building owner or landlord), you are required by law to carry out a risk…

There are several types of fire extinguishers, and each one is designed to extinguish specific types of fires. Here are some common types of fire extinguishers and the types of…

Here are some tips for conducting fire drills responsibly in Ireland: Plan ahead: Determine the route that people will take to evacuate the building, and make sure that all exits…

Water sampling in schools is important to ensure that the water in the school is safe to drink and use. There are several potential contaminants that can be present in…

In Ireland, it is recommended that businesses have a written Legionella control policy in place to prevent the growth and spread of Legionella bacteria. This policy should outline the steps…