We carry out regular structural assessments of our buildings to assess their strength and stability. They involve experts inspecting the building’s framework, materials, and support systems to ensure everything is in good condition, helping to ensure the safety and longevity of the structure.

• Who checks: Curtins
• How often: Every 5 years. Last surveyed on 04 September 2024.

The building comprises two interlocking rectangular blocks, with the entrance section along the east elevation There isa range of single storey garages, pump room and sub-station to the south and east of the tower block. The structure comprises a reinforced concrete frame of perimeter columns and down-stand beams. There is a mixture of internal columns within the flats, columns with down-stand beams to party walls and some solid reinforced concrete walls to the central core.

The external wall panels are form in 300mm thick no-fines concrete with pebble dash render externally and dry lining internally. Wall panels at large windows have a reduced thickness of 200mm with Mosaic tile finish externally.

A Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) is a report on the fire hazards within the communal areas of a building, as well as the external walls and materials used. It’s carried out by an independent fire safety expert annually and explains the key safety measures in place and identifies any potential fire safety risks.

It also gives recommendations for us to follow if more safety measures are needed to prevent, control, and reduce the effects of a fire. Our FRAs are made available to the Fire and Rescue Service whenever necessary.

• Fire Risk Assessment was completed by FCMS (Adam O'Dowd BSc DipFD TIFSM)
• Date of latest Fire Risk Assessment: 16 September 2025
• Next Fire Risk Assessment due: September 2026