Challenges

• Variable Terrain and Layout
  Every year, the Irish Open moves to a different course—ranging from parkland estates to links-style layouts—each with unique clubhouse configurations, outdoor pathways and guest facilities. Cleaning protocols had to adapt swiftly to these differing surfaces, from manicured grass walkways to ornate indoor hospitality spaces.
• Tight Deployment Timelines
  Once the venue is confirmed, Ryans Cleaning has under four weeks to mobilise equipment, staff and supplies. Machinery, cleaning chemicals and specialist teams must be shipped, staged and tested before any guests arrive.
• Premium Guest Experience
  Golf spectators expect pristine environments: spotless washrooms, immaculate clubhouse interiors and litter-free spectator zones. Any lapse could undermine the tournament’s reputation among players, sponsors and broadcasters.
• Sustainability Mandates
  The Irish Open is committed to reducing its environmental footprint. Ryans Cleaning needed to implement zero-landfill waste management and use eco-friendly cleaning products without compromising on sanitation or turnaround times.

Solution

• Pre-Event Venue Audits
  Within days of venue confirmation, Ryans Cleaning’s senior operations managers conduct detailed walkthroughs with club staff and tournament organisers. They map high-traffic spectator routes, hospitality zones and catering areas, and identify waste-collection points and washroom clusters.

• Modular Equipment Deployment
  To handle varied environments, Ryans Cleaning uses a fleet of mobile cleaning units—compact scrubber-driers for indoor spaces, high-pressure washers for outdoor hardstandings and portable wash stations for temporary facilities. These modules are packed into standard shipping containers and dispatched to each location.

• Standardised Operating Protocols
  Regardless of course layout, every event follows the same five-step cleaning checklist:

1. Hourly Litter Sweeps of spectator pathways and grandstand steps.
2. Bi-Hourly Washroom Checks with restocking and deep disinfection as needed.
3. Mid-Day Bulk Waste Collection to remove accumulated refuse and recycling.
4. Evening Deep-Clean Cycles in hospitality suites and media centres.
5. Pre-Opening Inspections at first light to verify readiness.

• Sustainability Integration
  All waste is sorted on site into recycling, compost and general refuse. Biodegradable detergents and low-VOC sanitising agents minimise chemical runoff. Partnerships with local waste-processing facilities ensure zero material is sent to landfill.