Fire Risk Assessments and Legionella Risk Assessments in Sligo

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 Sligo, Co. Sligo and nearby towns including Ballina, Strandhill, Carrick-on-Shannon and Boyle.

Fire risk assessments in Sligo

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 Sligo

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 Sligo

• Hotels and guesthouses
• Nursing homes and healthcare settings
• Schools, colleges and childcare
• Pubs, restaurants and retail
• Offices and commercial 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 Sligo and Co. Sligo?

Yes. We work across Ireland, including Sligo 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.

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

Sligo is the county town of Sligo and the largest town in Connacht, with 20,608 people in the 2022 Census. A university hospital, a college campus, a busy town centre and a strong tourism trade mean the town has many premises with people who sleep, study or receive care on site, as well as hotels and guesthouses that fill up in summer. Where people sleep, alarms, escape routes and staff training carry extra weight.

Our guide to how often to review a fire risk assessment explains when an assessment should be updated, for example after a refurbishment or change of use, and Legionella in part-time premises helps seasonal accommodation. Your local fire authority is Sligo County Council’s fire service. Contact us for a free written quote.