Emergency Services

In an emergency dial 999 or 112.

It is the aim of Laois County Fire & Rescue Service to provide an efficient and effective response to fires and other emergencies; and to reduce the incidence of fire by the provision of an efficient and effective fire safety education, advice and legal enforcement service.

Emergency Services Services

Fire Prevention and Safety

Community Smoke Alarm Scheme

Laois County Council provide smoke alarms to vulnerable and older residents to install in their homes.

Fire Safety and Prevention Initiatives

Laois County Council run public awareness campaigns on the use of smoke alarms, preparing escape route plans and the safe use of electrical equipment to prevent fires.

Fire Safety Enforcement

Laois County Council will take action against an owner or occupier of buildings or land that are potentially dangerous or may cause a risk in the event of a fire.

Fire Safety Guidelines

Laois County Council prepare guidelines for property owners and occupiers on fire safety standards including identifying fire safety precautions, maintaining training records and inspecting fire safety active systems and first aid equipment.

National Fire Safety Week Initiative

Laois County Council, together with the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service, run themed events during National Fire Safety Week. The events aim to raise awareness about fire safety and prevention in the home and community.

Primary Schools Programme

Laois County Council run a programme to teach third class primary school children about fire safety in the home and community, and how to protect their families and homes from fires.

Fire Certificates and Licences

Dangerous Substance Licence

You must apply to the appropriate Dangerous Substances Regional Office for a licence if you wish to store flammable liquids and fuels such as petrol, kerosene, or diesel for sale or supply to members of the public, commercial businesses or for your own personal use.

Explosive Store Licence

Laois County Council, together with the Department of Justice, assess applications to store or display explosives such as ammunition and fireworks, and may grant or refuse a licence based on their assessment.

Public Premises Licence

You must apply to the District Court for a public premises licence if you want to operate a public house, hotel, restaurant or dance hall, or operate gaming or lottery activities and notify your local authority about your application. Local authorities may inspect the premises to advise the Court about licence applications.

Fire and Emergency Management

Fire and Emergency Information and Advice

Laois County Council provide information and advice to the public, community and voluntary groups, business owners and schools about fire safety and prevention, fire regulation, building standards, and fire and emergency response.

Fire and Emergency Response

Laois County Council responds to fires, road traffic accidents, flooding, chemical and hazardous incidents, and other emergencies to protect human life, property and the environment, and to reduce deaths, injuries and damage.

Fire Service Charge Payment

Laois County Council charge those who benefit from the response of the fire service to domestic and commercial fires, chimney fires, road traffic accidents and false alarm incidents.

Firefighter Recruitment Information and Advice

Laois County Council provides information and advice to those interested in becoming full time or retained firefighters including details of the application requirements and recruitment process.

Laois County Council Publications

Fire and Emergency Operations Plan Publication

Laois County Council publish plans outlining their fire and emergency operations including fire stations, appliances, equipment, water supplies, training, and procedures for dealing with fires and emergencies.

Statistics and Reports

Fire and Emergency Statistical Reports

Laois County Council collect fire and emergency services data and give it to relevant agencies.

Major Emergency Management

Laois County Council, together with other Principal Response Agencies, manage and respond to major emergencies such as floods, storms and hazardous substance incidents to protect life and property, minimise disruption to the community and give immediate support to those affected.

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Call us
057 8664000 for normal enquiries. In the event of an emergency please dial 999 or 112

Address

Chief Fire Officer

Áras an Chontae,
JFL Ave.,
Portlaoise,
Co. Laois
R32 EHP9

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