Bund Integrity Testing ORS have just completed the integrity testing of bunds and underground services at a large multi-national biotechnology facility in Blanchardstown. These works involved the testing of >80 bunds, 8km of underground pipework and firewater retention ponds. The works were carried out in accordance with the site works permit system and Standard Operating
The Impacts of Oil/Kerosene Loss at your Premises The Beast from the East may have retreated some time now but the consequences of its visit linger for many. From damage to property, loss of farm animals and impact to drinking water supplies the public, County Councils and insurance companies have a lot to deal with.
What is the role of the Project Supervisor Construction Stage (PSCS)? The role of the Project Supervisor Construction Stage (PSCS) was introduced with Safety, Health & Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2006. It is a key appointment in the construction process. The 2006 regulations also introduced the role of Project Supervisor Design Process (PSDP). While
Fire Risk Assessments: What’s Involved and Why They Matter Fire risk assessments are a critical element of effective fire safety management and legal compliance. At ORS, as Ireland’s largest fire safety consultancy, we carry out high-level fire risk assessments across a wide range of existing building types, including hospitals, warehouses, apartment blocks, commercial premises, and
Construction Safety Week – Working Safely with Hazardous Substances The standard reaction to hazardous substances on construction sites is often, “Do you have the Safety Data Sheet?” (This will be Material Safety Data Sheet for those of a certain vintage!). It is a mistake to think that once the SDS is on file, the hazard
Construction Safety Week: Safe Lifting Operations in Ireland The number of tower cranes on the Dublin skyline is often seen as an indicator of the economic health of the construction sector. With about 100 tower cranes currently visible in Dublin, the importance of safe lifting operations cannot be underestimated. Of course, lifting operations are not
Construction Safety Week – Driving for work risk assessment For many organisations in the construction sector, large portion of time is spent behind the wheel, attending meetings, visiting sites etc. This is one of the greatest risks workers face on a daily basis. Some of the factors that increase the risk with when driving include;
Construction Safety Week Key Considerations for Working at Height Work at height continues to be one of the main causes of serious and fatal injuries in the Irish construction industry. Work at height can vary from tasks just a step or two off the ground to work suspended by ropes 50 metres in the air.
Mental Health & Well-Being in Construction One of the key topics in the 2019 CIF Safety Week is Mental Health and Wellbeing in Construction. The Rising Importance of Psychological Risk on Construction Sites As accidents on site may be declining, we believe there is a shift in trend in the sector and that the “accidents”