Offaly fire and rescue service host major conference

The Irish Chief Fire Officers Association’s Annual Conference and Fire Technology Exhibition is getting underway in Tullamore today.

Fire Officers, academics, industry experts and Government and Local Government officials from Ireland and overseas will gather for the annual showcase event for Ireland’s Fire and Emergency Services sector.

This year’s two day conference will host expert speakers from within the Emergency Services Sector and the Fire Technology/Industry in Ireland, Denmark, Spain and the UK.

Conference Secretary and Offaly Chief Fire Officer Eoin O’Ceilleachair said “the aim of the conference and accompanying exhibition is to afford all involved in the fire and rescue area the opportunity to debate current issues and to see the latest developments in fire service appliances and equipment, and to explore the newest technology in fire service operations and fire prevention.”  

“Offaly Fire and Rescue Service is delighted to be able to host this year’s event, the theme of which is ‘Emerging Trends - The Challenges for the Fire Service’. Over the course of the two days, speakers will attempt to provide innovative thoughts and ideas about how the Fire and Rescue Service can adapt to meet these challenges,” added Mr O’Ceilleachair.

The event will include presentations on a wide range of topics including major emergency management, event licensing, crowd safety at large outdoor events, the licensing of businesses premises and the Local Government Change Programme.