IRST was founded in 1991 by Derek Keegan and Malcom Hunt, to provide specialist access and rescue equipment and training to industry and the emergency services. In September 2023 Malcolm resigned as a director, in order to set up our sister company, ISRT Training Solutions, focusing purely on training.
Derek has an extensive background in the field of rescue, working initially with the Royal Air Force helicopter Rescue Service. He is a founder member of the Dublin Wicklow Mountain Rescue Team, and is a past Chairman of the Irish Mountain Rescue Association. Derek has also been closely associated with some of the most innovative developments in rope rescue equipment and techniques.
Email: derek@isrt.ie
Clare Keegan became a Director in September 2023.
Email: clare@isrt.ie