Kee Guard & Kee Dome Installation for Dundalk Town Hall

The Client

Louth County Council is the local authority responsible for the management of public infrastructure, community services, and civic buildings throughout County Louth, Ireland. As part of its responsibility for maintaining safe and compliant public facilities, the council continually reviews and upgrades access and safety systems across its properties.

One such project involved Dundalk Town Hall, a prominent public building requiring improved roof safety measures to support safe maintenance access. Access to rooftop plant and equipment was necessary for ongoing inspection and servicing, making compliant working-at-height systems an essential requirement for the building.

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The Brief

Louth County Council approached Skyway looking for a safe and compliant access solution for the roof areas at Dundalk Town Hall. Maintenance personnel required regular access to rooftop equipment, but the existing layout presented several safety concerns that needed to be addressed.

One of the main challenges identified was the presence of exposed roof hatches located across the roof surface. These openings created a significant fall-through hazard for anyone accessing the roof, particularly during maintenance or servicing activities.

The project objectives were to:

Provide safe access to rooftop equipment.
Improve collective fall protection across the roof.
Eliminate the risk associated with exposed roof hatches.
Reduce reliance on individual PPE and specialist training where possible.
Deliver a compliant, low-maintenance solution suitable for a public building environment.

Skyway’s estimating and technical teams worked closely with the council to fully assess the project requirements, review available options, and identify the most effective long-term solution.

The Solution

Site Assessment and Consultation

Following initial discussions, Skyway carried out a detailed assessment of the roof layout, access points, and existing hazards at Dundalk Town Hall. This survey allowed the team to evaluate the most suitable combination of systems to ensure safe movement around the roof while protecting maintenance personnel from both edge and hatch-related risks.

Working collaboratively with the client, Skyway proposed an integrated roof safety solution combining Kee Guard and Kee Dome systems. This approach provided comprehensive protection while simplifying access procedures for those working at height.

Kee Guard Installation

The first element of the solution was the installation of a Kee Guard roof edge protection system. Kee Guard provides permanent, collective fall protection and allows personnel to access roof areas safely without relying solely on personal protective equipment.

The system was selected because of several key advantages:

Collective protection for all roof users.
A non-penetrative design, ensuring the roof surface remained intact and watertight.
Fast and efficient installation with minimal disruption to building operations.
Long-term durability and low maintenance requirements.

By installing Kee Guard around the relevant roof areas, Skyway created a safe working environment that aligned fully with current working-at-height regulations.

Kee Dome Installation

To address the risks associated with exposed roof hatches, Skyway installed Kee Dome systems over each hatch opening.

Kee Dome provides a fully enclosed protective barrier around roof hatches, effectively eliminating the danger of falls through openings. Unlike systems that rely on anchor points or personal fall arrest equipment, Kee Dome creates a permanent protective structure that simplifies safe access procedures.

The benefits of the Kee Dome system included:

Complete enclosure of roof hatches.
Elimination of fall-through risks.
Reduced reliance on PPE and user training.
Improved safety for maintenance and inspection personnel.

Together, the Kee Guard and Kee Dome systems created a fully integrated roof safety solution tailored to the building’s operational needs.

Installation and Coordination

Skyway coordinated the supply, delivery, and installation of all systems to ensure the project was completed efficiently and within the required timeframe.

By combining the expertise of its internal design and installation teams, Skyway maintained full quality control throughout the project and ensured all systems were installed in accordance with relevant Irish and EU safety standards.

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The Outcome

The completed installation delivered a fully compliant and future-proof roof safety solution for Dundalk Town Hall.

Key Benefits to the Customer

Improved Safety – The combination of Kee Guard and Kee Dome systems significantly improved roof safety by providing permanent collective edge protection and fully enclosed hatch protection.

Safe Maintenance Access – Maintenance personnel can now safely access rooftop equipment and service areas with clearly protected routes and reduced exposure to fall hazards.

Reduced Reliance on PPE – Because the systems provide collective protection, the need for individual anchor points, fall arrest systems, and specialist PPE training was significantly reduced.

Protection of Roof Integrity – The non-penetrative Kee Guard system avoided unnecessary impact on the roof membrane, helping preserve the long-term condition of the roof structure.

Low Maintenance, Long-Term Value – The durable systems installed require minimal ongoing maintenance, helping reduce future operational costs while ensuring long-term compliance.

Conclusion

The Dundalk Town Hall project demonstrates Skyway’s ability to deliver integrated roof safety solutions that combine edge protection and hatch safety into one compliant and practical system.

By working closely with Louth County Council from the early consultation stage through to installation, Skyway was able to design a solution that improved safety, simplified roof access, and reduced ongoing maintenance requirements.

This project highlights the value of collective protection systems in public buildings, where long-term safety, ease of use, and compliance are critical.

If your organisation requires a compliant roof safety solution for maintenance access or hatch protection, Skyway can help.

Contact Skyway today to arrange a site survey and discover how our guardrail and roof safety systems can create a safer working environment for your facility.

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Skyway installed Kee Guard and Kee Dome systems at Dundalk Town Hall, improving roof safety, hatch protection, and maintenance access.

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