Fire Risk Assessment Galway

Safer Solutions carries out fire risk assessments across Galway city and county for hotels, guesthouses, schools and childcare settings, pubs, restaurants and venues, offices, technology and medtech sites, and student and holiday accommodation. We visit your premises, review how it is really used, and give you a clear written report with a prioritised action plan.

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Why Galway premises need a fire risk assessment

Under section 18(2) of the Fire Services Acts 1981 and 2003, a person in control of premises other than a dwelling house must take reasonable measures to guard against the outbreak of fire and to protect people on the premises. Employers must identify hazards and keep a written risk assessment under section 19 of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005. Fire authorities have powers of inspection and enforcement under the Fire Services Acts. A fire risk assessment is the practical way to show you are managing these duties in Galway.

What our fire risk assessment covers in Galway

• fire hazards, including electrics, lithium batteries, chemicals, cooking and housekeeping
• people at risk, including guests, pupils, visitors, contractors and anyone who needs help to evacuate
• escape routes, final exits and signs, including controlled-access doors that must still open in an emergency
• fire detection and alarm, and the testing records behind them
• emergency lighting
• fire doors and compartmentation
• extinguishers and other firefighting equipment
• your fire safety register, staff briefings and fire drill records

How the assessment works

1. Tell us about the premises. Use, size, floors, occupants and any existing records.
2. Site visit. We walk through the building with you and check each point above.
3. Written report. Findings, risks and recommendations for your premises.
4. Prioritised next steps. Urgent items are separated from planned improvements and routine maintenance.

What is in your report

Your report sets out the hazards found, the people at risk, the fire safety measures already in place and a prioritised list of recommended actions you can hand to your maintenance team, landlord or managing agent. We are happy to answer questions once you have read it. See our guide on acting on your fire risk assessment report.

Fire safety for Galway hotels, schools, venues and accommodation

• Fire risk assessments for hotels and guesthouses in Galway
• Fire risk assessments for schools and childcare in Galway
• Fire risk assessments for pubs, restaurants and live music venues in Galway
• Fire risk assessments for offices, tech and medtech businesses in Galway
• Fire safety for student accommodation and holiday lets in Galway
• Lithium batteries and e-bike charging: fire safety at work

What affects the cost of a fire risk assessment in Galway

The size and number of floors, the use of the building, how many people use it, whether people sleep on site or need help to evacuate, shared areas, the complexity of escape routes, whether plans and maintenance records are available, and the number of premises. Tell us about your building and we will give you a clear quote. See what affects fire risk assessment cost.

Where we work in Galway

Galway city, Salthill, Oranmore, Athenry, Tuam, Loughrea, Ballinasloe and across the county. See our guide to fire risk assessments in Dublin, Cork, Limerick and Galway, or read more about our fire risk assessments in Ireland.

Official fire safety guidance

Government of Ireland: Fire Safety Guide for Building Owners and Operators.

Call 086 275 9728 or request a quote for a fire risk assessment in Galway.

Legionella risk management services in Galway

Legionella control is not a one-off job. It is a cycle of assessing the risk, putting controls in place, checking they work and reviewing them. We support Galway clients at every stage:

• Legionella risk assessment: a full survey of your water system and a written control scheme.
• Monitoring: temperature checks and flushing of little-used outlets.
• Legionella sampling: laboratory testing to confirm your controls are working.
• Tank cleaning and disinfection: removing the sediment and biofilm that bacteria feed on.
• Annual review: national guidelines recommend the risk assessment is reviewed at least once a year.

Legionella risk assessments in Galway

Employers must assess and control the risk from legionella under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and the Biological Agents Regulations 2013. Our assessor inspects your storage tanks, water heaters, pipework and outlets, measures temperatures and looks for places where water sits still. Read more about our legionella risk assessments.

Seasonal buildings need particular care. Water left standing in a hotel wing, holiday let or student block over a quiet period can reach temperatures where legionella multiplies. We help you plan a safe reopening before guests or students return.

Legionella sampling in Galway

We collect water samples from agreed points in your system and send them to an independent accredited laboratory. Your report shows each result against the sample location, explains what it means and sets out any action needed. Nursing homes and other healthcare settings should plan for routine sampling at least twice a year, in line with national guidelines.

Related guides: Legionella testing in Ireland and shower head disinfection.

Business areas near Galway city

We assess premises across Galway and the West, including the main business hubs: Oranmore, Mervue, Castlebar and Ballina. See every area on our areas we cover page.