Construction Worker Mental Health: The Hidden Risk?
In just a few short weeks, we’ll soon be into October; time is passing by, but what’s changing when it comes to suicide rates among construction workers? And what can be done to combat it?
It's Time for a Recap: INTERSCHUTZ 2026
INTERSCHUTZ 2026 brought the global emergency services community together in Hannover, Germany, from 1 to 6 June 2026, creating a major space for innovation, collaboration, and discussion around the future of fire and rescue services, civil protection, safety, and resilience.
This year’s edition welcomed around 140,000 visitors from 144 countries, with 1,772 exhibitors from 55 countries showcasing the latest solutions across the sector. Under the theme “Safeguarding Tomorrow”, the event highlighted the growing need for preparedness, resilience, digital transformation, and more connected emergency service operations.
For FlexManager, INTERSCHUTZ was a valuable opportunity to engage with fire and emergency service professionals from across Europe and beyond. As an Irish company delivering smarter compliance solutions, FlexManager was proud to represent Irish innovation on one of the most important global stages in the sector.
FlexManager at the Global Stage for Emergency Services Innovation
Throughout the event, our team showcased how FlexManager helps emergency service organisations move away from paper-based processes, spreadsheets, and disconnected systems, transforming key workflows into intuitive, digital, and audit-ready processes.
From asset management and risk assessments to training records, audits, inspections, contractor management, incident reporting, and operational oversight, FlexManager supports teams in improving visibility, reducing admin, and taking a more proactive approach to compliance and operational control.
One clear takeaway from INTERSCHUTZ 2026 was that digital transformation in emergency services is not only about replacing paper. It is about creating connected systems that are easy to adopt, easy to manage, and ready to support teams when it matters most.
Explore more insights from FlexManager with our special INTERSCHUTZ article series:
- 3 Smart Tools Shaping Fire Service Operations
- Asset Management for Fire and Emergency Services
- 4 Gamechangers Transforming Fire Service Operations
Missed us at INTERSCHUTZ 2026? Book a demo today or contact us at sales@flexmanager.com to see how FlexManager can support your emergency service operations.
FlexManager’s Takeaways from the Emergency Services & Military Expo
On Thursday, FlexManager attended the Emergency Services & Military Expo, and it was a fantastic way to spend a morning and an afternoon in Athlone, right in the centre of Ireland. So, without further ado, let’s run through some of the main compliance lessons from Ireland’s frontline expo.
EuroSafety 2026: FlexManager to the Fore of Innovation
We’ve landed back from our worthwhile trip to Tampere, Finland – and we’re really thrilled with how it all went. The three-day event at EuroSafety 2026 was a pleasure to be part of for a number of reasons, so join us as we recap what we learned, the topics we uncovered, and why we’re excited for the rest of the year and beyond.
Hundreds of Quality Control Issues Found After Review of Motor Maker
A panel has found that a Japanese motor manufacturer had some 844 misconduct cases linked to the company’s materials, processes, and designs impacting their products.
FlexManager’s Solution Explorer: Your Compliance Solutions Finder
Familiar with FlexManager, but not sure which of our solutions are right for you and your business? FlexManager is delighted to announce that we have just the tool you’ve been looking for. Introducing Solution Explorer.
Here When You Need It: Module Spotlight Video Series
If you’ve been seeking out a convenient way to discover more about our modules on your terms, all you need is our Module Spotlight video series.
Emergency Services & Military Expo: FlexManager Exhibiting This Week
We’re delighted to be exhibiting at the Emergency Services & Military Expo on September 10th. Taking place from 10 am until 3 pm, it promises to be an engaging morning and afternoon full of positive discussions and industry insights.
Hungary Environmental Fines Set to Rise for Polluters
In Hungary, Prime Minister, Peter Magyar, announced that large manufacturers that are found to have polluted will receive bigger fines than previously. It comes off the back of a newly setup environmental authority, which aims to keep tabs on battery manufacturers, recycling, and decommissioning.
Construction Plant Safety Campaign Launched by HSA
The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) this week launched a new campaign in collaboration with the Health and Safety Executive northern Ireland (HSENI). The campaign is aimed at raising awareness around the crucial nature of practicing safe working around plant, machinery, and vehicles in the construction industry.
FlexManager Heads to EuroSafety 2026 in Finland
Discover how FlexManager’s smarter Health & Safety compliance solutions can help organisations simplify risk management and stay audit-ready at EuroSafety 2026.
Recapping FlexManager’s Visit to the Guaranteed Irish Construction Forum 2026
FlexManager started September by hitting the road to attend the Guaranteed Irish Construction Forum 2026, and it offered a terrific insight into the current landscape of the nation’s construction and infrastructure sectors.
Fire Safety Arrangements: Recent HIQA Inspection Underlines their Importance
In Ireland, findings were this week released by HIQA following an inspection that was carried out in April of this year at a Care Centre in Ballinasloe. Some of the key findings related to effective fire safety implementation.