Fire Risk Assessments and Legionella Risk Assessments in Kilkenny

Safer Solutions provides fire risk assessments, Legionella risk assessments, Legionella water sampling, water tank cleaning and disinfection, and fire extinguisher sales and maintenance for businesses in Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny and nearby towns including Callan, Thomastown, Carlow and Thurles.

Fire risk assessments in Kilkenny

Under the Fire Services Acts 1981 and 2003 (section 18(2)), the person in control of a premises must take reasonable measures to guard against fire and to protect people if one occurs. The Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 also requires employers to manage risks to employees. A fire risk assessment looks at fire hazards, escape routes, detection and alarms, emergency lighting, extinguishers, housekeeping and procedures, and gives you a written report with practical actions. Read more about our fire risk assessments.

Legionella risk assessments and sampling in Kilkenny

Legionella bacteria can grow in water systems that are warm, stagnant or poorly maintained. A Legionella risk assessment reviews your water systems and recommends control measures in line with the HPSC National Guidelines for the Control of Legionellosis in Ireland (2009). Sampling tests the water, with samples analysed by an independent accredited laboratory. See our Legionella risk assessments and sampling and the guide to sampling versus risk assessment.

Water tank cleaning and disinfection

Cold water storage tanks that are dirty or poorly covered can contribute to Legionella risk. We clean and disinfect tanks where needed. Find out why tank cleaning and disinfection matters.

Fire extinguishers

We supply and maintain fire extinguishers, including annual servicing. See fire extinguisher sales and maintenance.

Premises we help in Kilkenny

• Hotels, guesthouses and visitor accommodation
• Pubs, restaurants and retail
• Nursing homes and care settings
• Schools and childcare
• Offices and light industrial units

Every premises is different, so we tailor the assessment to how your building is used and who is in it. Browse our guides for practical advice.

Frequently asked questions

Do you cover Kilkenny and Co. Kilkenny?

Yes. We work across Ireland, including Kilkenny and the surrounding area.

What is the difference between a Legionella risk assessment and sampling?

A risk assessment reviews your water system and identifies risks and control measures. Sampling tests the water for Legionella bacteria. Many premises need both.

How often should a fire risk assessment be reviewed?

It should be reviewed regularly and whenever the premises, occupancy or layout changes significantly. We can advise on what suits your building.

Kilkenny at a glance: fire and water safety for local premises

Kilkenny is one of the best-known visitor destinations in the country, and its medieval centre of narrow streets and older buildings is home to hotels, guesthouses, restaurants, pubs and shops. The 2022 Census counted 27,184 people in the urban area. Older buildings often have upper floors, shared stairs and rear exits that were never planned together, so a fire risk assessment checks how people on every floor would get out and whether fire doors and alarms still work as one system.

Busy kitchens are another common focus. Our guide to deep fat fryers and cooking oil fires is a good starting point for restaurants and pubs, and what happens during a fire risk assessment visit explains what to expect. Your local fire authority is Kilkenny County Council’s fire service. Contact us for a free written quote.