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Safety campaign targets falls from height in construction and farming
Throughout the month of October, the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) and the Health and Safety Executive for Northern Ireland (HSE NI) have been conducting a joint safety inspection campaign targeted at the construction and farming sectors.
Reuben McManusAssociate Director of Health & Safety- Health & Safety
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HSA publish 2024 annual report
On 18 July, the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) published its 2024 annual report. This report details the activity of the HSA in 2024, including inspections completed, breaches of safety regulations, awareness campaigns carried out, and more.
Richard BourkeHead of Health & Safety Ireland- Health & Safety
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Company fined €270,000 after fatal workplace accident
A company has been fined €270,000 following a fatal road resurfacing incident in Co. Kerry. The company pleaded guilty to two charges, both under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005
Richard BourkeHead of Health & Safety Ireland- Health & Safety
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Listeria and food safety management: what employers can learn from the recent outbreak
The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) is investigating a serious outbreak of listeriosis at a Ballymaguire Foods production facility in Dublin, and several products from McCormack Family Farms have now also been recalled due to the presence of listeria.
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HSA issues new guidelines on driving for work
The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) has published an updated guidance document for Irish employers on the topic of driving for work.
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HSA launches silica dust campaign for construction sector
The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) recently launched a national, two-week inspection campaign focused on silica dust exposure in the construction industry.
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