News and Updates
The latest news, announcements, and updates from IIESMS.
News and Updates
Stay up to date with the latest news, announcements, and updates from the Institute of Industrial Engineers and Safety Management Systems. This page brings together reporting from across the Institute, including Council decisions, sector group activity, member achievements, and developments in the wider professional landscape.
IIESMS is committed to keeping members informed about matters that affect their professional practice. From changes in Irish and European legislation to new CPD opportunities and project milestones, this is the central hub for Institute communications.
What You Will Find Here
Council decisions and governance updates. Following each Council meeting, key decisions and strategic updates are communicated to the membership. This includes changes to membership criteria, new sector group appointments, financial reports, and policy directions that shape the future of the Institute.
Sector group activity. Each of the five IIESMS sector groups reports on its activities throughout the year. Meeting outcomes, working group progress, planned events, and calls for member participation are all shared through this news feed.
CPD events and opportunities. Upcoming CPD seminars, webinars, workshops, and conferences are announced here. Whether organised by IIESMS directly or by partner organisations, these opportunities help members meet their annual CPD requirements and stay current in their field.
Policy updates and legislation changes. When new legislation, standards, or regulatory guidance affects IIESMS disciplines, the Institute provides timely updates. This includes Irish statutory instruments, European directives, and updates to technical standards that members need to be aware of in their daily practice.
Member achievements and European project milestones. Grade advancements, professional awards, project completions, and other notable achievements by IIESMS members are highlighted. Progress updates on European projects such as Erasmus+ partnerships also feature regularly.
IIESMS guide to European healthcare engineering conferences, MDR compliance and EU funding for Irish professionals in 2026.
How IIESMS connects Irish professionals with European partners through Erasmus+ projects, LISE collaborations and sector networks.
IIESMS guide to European industrial engineering conferences, policy, Industry 5.0, Lean Six Sigma and funding in 2025-2026.
IIESMS Fire Safety Section update on professional standards, Irish fire safety practice and the role of practitioners in Ireland.
IIESMS guide to European healthcare engineering and facilities management conferences, including IHEEM, EuroFM and IWFM events.
IIESMS CPD guidance for members in Ireland, including annual hours, eligible activities, audit procedures and records.
IIESMS guide for Irish professionals on the revised Construction Products Regulation, EPBD recast and European building standards.
IIESMS welcomes new members across five specialist sector groups, reflecting growth in Irish engineering, safety and healthcare practice.
IIESMS guide to EU workplace safety developments, EU-OSHA campaigns, AI Act implications and mental health focus for 2025-2026.
IIESMS guide to European fire safety conferences, standards and research for Irish fire engineers and safety practitioners.
IIESMS analysis of Ireland's 2025 workplace fatality statistics, sector risks and safety priorities for professionals in 2026.
IIESMS guide to Ireland's 2025 fire safety regulation changes, Building Regulations Part B and Building Control amendments.
IIESMS guide to CPD planning for safety and health professionals in Ireland, including requirements and development records.
IIESMS guide to facilities management in Irish healthcare, including HIQA compliance, energy management and career pathways.
IIESMS explains how NFQ levels 6-9 connect to professional engineering grades, post-nominals and career progression in Ireland.
IIESMS guide to fire safety in Irish nursing homes, including HIQA standards, fire legislation, building control and CPD.
IIESMS supports the Southeast Regional Leaders Programme, mentoring future Irish business leaders with Skillnet Ireland partners.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Questions about IIESMS news and updates
IIESMS publishes news and updates as events and developments occur. Council meeting summaries are published quarterly. Sector group updates appear after each meeting cycle. Event announcements and policy updates are published as they arise, so members can expect regular new content throughout the year.
Yes. Members who have news to share, such as professional achievements, project outcomes, or sector developments relevant to IIESMS disciplines, can submit items for publication. Email [email protected] with your news and any supporting images or documents.
Follow IIESMS on social media, check this page regularly, and ensure your membership contact details are up to date so you receive direct communications from the Institute. Sector group members also receive updates specific to their discipline through committee channels.
Some news applies across all disciplines, such as Council decisions and governance updates. Other items are specific to individual sector groups. The full news feed includes everything, so members can scan for items most relevant to their area of practice.
Members are encouraged to share IIESMS news with colleagues and professional networks. Spreading awareness of Institute activities helps grow the membership and strengthen the professional community. Please credit IIESMS as the source when sharing.
For enquiries about news content, corrections, or to submit items for publication, email [email protected]. The communications function is managed by the IIESMS secretariat and supported by sector group committees who contribute content from their respective disciplines.