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29/10/2026

Coffey Hosts CPR Workshop At Tarbert Site As Part Of Safety Campaign

Coffey has hosted a practical CPR workshop at its Tarbert site in Co. Kerry, underscoring the company's ongoing focus on workplace safety. Delivered by Rapid Response CPR Training, the Hands for Life workshop took place on Friday, 23 October 2026 and helped colleagues build their understanding of CPR and how to respond swiftly and effectively in the event of a cardiac emergency.

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The session formed part of Coffey's support for the Construction Industry Federation (CIF) Construction Safety Campaign 2026 and its Back to Basics emphasis, highlighting the value of equipping teams with practical, potentially life-saving skills. Coffey expressed thanks to Eric Donovan of Rapid Response CPR Training for leading the engaging session, and to everyone who attended and participated.

Aligned with Coffey's values of Do the Right Thing, Do It Better and Do It Together, the initiative reflects continued investment in people's safety, the development of hands-on capability, and a culture of looking out for one another across project teams.

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