Latest Publications

  • 2013

    Programme of Work 2013

    This is the first Programme of Work prepared as part of our new strategy for the period 2013 to 2015. Our vision is a country where worker safety, health and welfare and the safe management of chemicals are central to successful enterprise. This Programme of Work is designed to move us closer to achieving our vision.

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  • 2013

    Guide on Manual Handling Risk Assessment in the Manufacturing Sector

    This guide gives direction and practical information to those that work in the manufacturing sector on action that can be taken to manage the potential hazard of manual handling in the workplace.

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  • 2012

    Spray Polyurethane Foam SPF

    This information sheet provides general information on the use of professional grade high pressure spray polyurethane foam (SPF) regarding chemical health and safety issues for SPF installers

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  • 2012

    Noise in Entertainment 2012

    Employers have a legal duty to protect their staff from the potential harmful effects of loud music. The Noise at Work Regulations 2007 apply to any workplace where there is live or recorded music. This includes music played in a restaurant, bar, pub, nightclub, or music played alongside live dramatic or dance performance. The regulations apply to all staff – this means everyone from musicians and DJs, to bar and security staff. We know that music is at the heart of this industry and these regulations are not trying to change that. There are lots of simple and straightforward ways to protect against hearing damage, without compromising on the quality of the venue or the music.

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  • 2012

    Storage of Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories

    The aim of this guidance is to provide advice on the identification and assessment of risks associated with the storage of hazardous chemicals in laboratories.

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  • 2012

    Storage of Hazardous Chemicals in Warehouses and Drum Stores

    The aim of this guidance is to provide advice on the identification and assessment of risks associated with the storage of hazardous chemicals in warehouses and drum stores.

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  • 2012

    COP for the Operators of Quarry Delivery Vehicles Employing 3 or less

    The aim of the Code of Practice is to improve the level of safety and health compliance of persons operating delivery vehicles to and from quarries, by providing practical guidance as to the observance of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005.

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  • 2012

    Night and Shift Work 2012

    The objective of this guide is to assist employers and employees and others to comply with health and safety legislation and in doing so minimise any adverse effects of night and shift work. It will help employers prevent fatigue and any associated illness arising in employees. It also provides advice for employees on what they can do in relation to sleep and rest, health promotion, lifestyle, socialisation and family life in order to ensure a healthy and productive life.

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  • 2012

    Health and Safety Management Checklist For Small Healthcare Facilities

    This checklist can be used as an aid in assessing and reviewing the management of health and safety in your workplace. The checklist is not an exhaustive list of items to be addressed and will not necessarily be comprehensive for all work situations.

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  • 2012

    Annual Report Irish Version

    An Tuarascáil Bhliantúil an Údaráis Sláinte agus Sábháilteachta 2012 Stats Report Achoimre ar Gortú san Ionad Oibre, Breoiteachta agus Básanna Staitisticí 2010-2011

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