Central Statistics Office
The Central Statistics Office (CSO) is Ireland’s national statistical authority, responsible for compiling, analysing, and publishing official statistics across a broad range of areas. With offices that house hundreds of staff and extensive technology infrastructure, the CSO relies heavily on laptops, phones, tablets, and other equipment powered by Lithium-Ion batteries to support its day-to-day operations.
The CSO recognised a growing need to enhance awareness around the safe handling and maintenance of Lithium-Ion batteries. With these batteries being integral to their technology infrastructure, the potential risks, including overheating, fire hazards, and improper disposal, posed a significant concern. Ensuring the safety of their employees while maintaining uninterrupted operations became a top priority.
PRL
PRL, a leading supply chain solutions provider based in Ireland, partnered with Fireguard to enhance the safety and awareness of Lithium-Ion battery handling across their warehouse locations. This collaboration highlights Fireguard’s commitment to delivering tailored safety solutions, combining comprehensive training programs with state-of-the-art safety equipment to meet PRL’s operational needs.
With multiple warehouse locations across Ireland and a growing reliance on Lithium-Ion battery-powered equipment, PRL identified the need to address the specific risks associated with these batteries, ensuring employee safety and operational continuity.
ICT Company
ICT Company, located in Duleek, Ireland, specalises in IT asset management. With the increase of Lithium-Ion batteries and the handling of these units, ICT Company reached out to Fireguard as a training provider of Lithium-Ion battery safety and risk management.
The partnership between ICT Company and Fireguard resulted in a safer working environment, mitigating the risks associated with lithium-ion batteries. The comprehensive approach, from training to upgrading fire protection systems, has ensured that ICT Company operates at the highest safety standards, providing peace of mind to employees and stakeholders alike.
Linde
Linde recognised the importance of ensuring the safety of its service engineers who operate in various industrial settings. This case study focuses on implementing a comprehensive fire extinguisher training program for Linde’s Service Engineers. The program aims to educate the engineers on the risks of fire and equip them with the knowledge and skills to effectively control forklift truck fires.
Sevens
Sevens, a reputable Cab and Coach hire company based in Dundalk, has always prioritised passenger safety. As part of their commitment to ensuring the well-being of their passengers and staff, Sevens partnered with Dublin based fire safety specialist company, Fireguard. This case study examines how Sevens benefits from their collaboration with Fireguard in maintaining the safety equipment on their fleet of buses.
Tiernan Properties
Tiernan Properties, a renowned property management firm, is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety across its diverse portfolio. This case study explores Tiernan Properties’ decision to engage Fireguard for risk assessments at Arthur’s Quay Shopping Centre and Tuam Shopping Centre, and the subsequent implementation of advanced fire protection measures, including EV fire suppression systems, fire blankets, aerosols, and comprehensive training initiatives.
Memory Bank
Memory Bank, a leading IT distributor based in Dublin, engaged Fireguard to conduct a comprehensive fire safety site survey and training program. The focus was on addressing specific risks associated with Lithium Ion Battery UPS storage, manual handling, and providing specialised training for fire wardens and general fire safety.
