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Where visual fire door inspection is not enough, invasive sampling provides the evidence. Phoenix STS explains when, how, and what to ask first.

Phoenix STS is exhibiting at the CFOA Annual Conference 2026 in Sligo. Visit Stand 72-73 to see the Retmex rescue sheet, rescue manikins and extraction equipment from Phoenix STS, and complete the stand enquiry form.

Review of the HIQA Fire Safety Handbook 2025 for designated centres, with practical guidance on clothing fires, fire blankets, portable extinguishers and staff training.

Practical comparison of BS 8214:2026 and BS 8214:2016, covering scope, supporting evidence, smoke control, fire-stopping, handover, maintenance and Irish use.

Practical guide to fire safety training in Dublin, including legal duties, fire warden courses, awareness training, public courses, on-site delivery and healthcare training.

Practical guide to when a fire engineer is needed in Ireland, including TGD B, fire safety certificates, performance-based design, healthcare, heritage and existing buildings.

Irish employer guide to manual handling training, risk assessment, online limits, refresher training and HSA requirements under S.I. 299/2007.

Practical guide to the fire safety evidence nursing homes should maintain under HIQA Regulation 28, including drills, training, records and evacuation planning.

Irish employer guide to safety statements under Sections 19 and 20 of the SHWW Act 2005, including risk assessments, review duties and HSA expectations.

A practical comparison of I.S. 3218:2024 with I.S. 3218:2013+A1:2019, covering categories, maintenance, false alarms, dwellings, detector technology and confirmation documents.

Irish fire risk assessment guide for employers and persons in control of premises, covering Fire Services Act duties, PAS 79, reviews and reports.

Why healthcare fire drills should use safe, realistic methods such as rescue manikins instead of staff as practice patients, with HIQA and HSA context.