News & Insights
Keep up to date with all the latest industry news from Occupli
News & Insights
Keep up to date with all the latest industry news from Occupli
The Pembroke Oil Refinery, located in Wales and operating since 1964, at the time of the incident, was owned by Chevron Limited and produced 220,000 barrels of crude oil per day. The refinery provided employment to 543 workers and about 700 contractors, one of such...
As energy costs continue to increase, people may choose to use portable heaters in addition to their central heating systems in residential, commercial or industrial premises. Portable heaters are often more affordable to purchase and operate compared to central...
In this week's article, we will be diving into the Imperial Sugar refinery explosion of 2008. Dust explosions have been outlined in previous blogs, however, the real-world effects of dust explosions has not been seen. In Ireland, the most common type of dust...
In this weeks article, we will be continuing our dust explosions series by discussing how zoning dust explosions can help assess the risk involved. In industrial settings, explosive dusts can pose a significant hazard, especially in environments where they can...
Introduction Combustible dust hazards pose significant risks across various industries, from manufacturing plants to food processing facilities. When fine particles are dispersed in the air at optimal concentrations, they can lead to massive explosions and fires. In...
What Are Dust Explosions The first blog on our dust explosion series focuses on explosive dusts and dust explosions. We will be discussing the science behind dust explosions aiming to provide a good understanding of the nature of dust explosions that may occur on your...
Electromagnetic fields are generated whenever electrical energy is used. The main piece of legislation which deals with electromagnetic fields is the European Parliament Directive 2013/35/EU of 26th June 2013 which sets out the minimum health and safety requirements...
The rise in electric vehicle (EV) usage in recent years brings about various benefits like cost savings, reduced emissions, and environmental awareness. However, conducting a Fire Risk Assessment for EV's and their charging points is essential as there are fire risks...
Occupli makes second acquisition and acquires Elite Ambulance Emergency Training & Supplies Occupli, owned by Irish private-equity firm Erisbeg, has acquired Elite Private Ambulance Service (Cork) Ltd and Elite Ambulance & Emergency Supplies (Cork) Ltd, a...
Occupli Fire and Rescue Training Centre has entered it's 18th year of operation in Portgate Industrial Estate, Ringaskiddy, Co Cork. Occupli Managing Director, Martin Clancy is pleased to announce the first part of a major investment program to enhance and...
Legionella: Management & Control What is Legionnaires’ disease and what are the health effects? Legionnaires’ disease is a type of pneumonia which can cause serious illness, particularly in those with underlying health conditions, smokers and men aged over 50...
Workplace ergonomics is a critical aspect of ensuring the well-being and productivity of employees in Ireland. An ergonomic workplace promotes safety and comfort, reduces the risk of musculoskeletal disorders, and enhances overall job satisfaction. In this article, we...
Our Occupli team attended the NISO 59th Annual Health & Safety Conference & Trade Exhibition on Friday, October 14th, marking our first event attendance since undergoing our company rebrand. Occupli was an official sponsor of the event, held by the National...
Today (October 16th) marks National Restart a Heart Day. Restart a Heart Day is a CPR awareness day where across the globe people and organizations work to share their CPR skills and knowledge. Our Occupli team held a coffee morning earlier today in efforts to raise...
Wind and rain were the main theme of the day as the 4th Occupli Golf Society outing took place in the picturesque Fota Island Golf Resort. Again, this outing was made up of a variety of golfers ranging from beginners to regulars. A special thanks goes to Jim O’Neill...
Engage Construction, a Construction Management company located in Cork, specializes in delivering GxP-constrained projects within the Life Science Sector. A number of months ago, Engage Construction sought the expertise of Occupli, a distinguished provider of health...