Latest Publications

  • 2011

    Intoxicants at Work Information Sheet

    Both employers and employees often ask questions of the HSA about intoxicants at work and specifically the duties that arise for them. This information sheet provides answers to the most frequently asked questions for the purpose of providing guidance on intoxicants in relation to health and safety at work.

    Read more

  • 2011

    Biological Monitoring Guidelines

    Many workplace tasks involve using chemicals which can be harmful to health if they are not properly controlled. The employer must ensure that exposure to chemicals is either prevented or properly controlled. These guidelines are primarily aimed at employers who are managing a workplace biological monitoring programme.

    Read more

  • 2011

    Summary of Workplace Injury Illness and Fatality Statistics 2009 2010

    The annual Summary of Statistics aims to provide information on some of the most common queries on occupational injury, illness and workplace fatalities. Data from different sources is combined to facilitate the review and monitoring of trends across a range of factors related to workplace injury and illness.

    Read more

  • 2011

    Annual Report 2010

    2010 saw an increase in workplace deaths from their all-time low of 43 in 2009 to 48 in 2010. 60% of these deaths occurred in the farming, logging and fishing sectors, sectors that account for about 6% of the working population. The Annual Report 2010 outlines the key achievements and activities of the HSA for the year.

    Read more

  • 2011

    Patient Hoist

    This information sheet provides guidance for employers and employees in healthcare establishments on safety with mobile hoists and slings.

    Read more

  • 2010

    Guidance on the Manual Handling Training System - 2010 revision

    This work will support a key strategy of the Health and Safety Authority in the area of Occupational Health to protect workers’ health from any existing and emerging work related hazards and to encourage workplace practices that promote good health.

    Read more

  • 2010

    Guide on Manual Handling Risk Assessment in the Retail Sector

    The work tasks conducted in the retail sector require people to engage in many different types of work activity.

    Read more

  • 2010

    Code of Practice for Electrical Safety in Quarries

    This Code of Practice is aimed primarily at operators of quarries, designers of quarry electrical installations, electricians, safety and health practitioners, employers, managers, employees, safety representatives and anyone associated with electrical installations in quarries.

    Read more

  • 2010

    Health and Safety Management in Healthcare

    This information sheet gives guidance on the key elements of health and safety management in healthcare. It is intended for small employers in the healthcare sector, e.g. small residential care providers and small healthcare practices.

    Read more

  • 2010

    Workplace Health Toolkit for Small Businesses

    The area of workplace health, compared to workplace safety, is one in which many employers feel less competent and informed.

    Read more