The Health and Safety Authority will begin a two week national inspection campaign on Monday 18 April with a focus on the safe use of tractors and quad bikes (ATVs) on farms.The HSA remains concerned with safety issues around farm vehicles in Ireland. A specific focus is being placed on tractors and quad bikes (ATVs) as they continue to be the leading cause of vehicle related fatality on Irish farms.In the five year period 2017 to 2021 there were a total of 40 vehicle related fatalities on Irish farms.Of the 40 vehicle related fatalities 21 involved tractors and 7 involved quad bikes (ATVs).Of the 7 quad bike (ATV) related fatalities, 2 involved children and 5 involved people over 60.Of the 21 farm fatalities involving tractors 12 involved people aged 65 or over.According to Pat Griffin, Senior Inspector with the Health and Safety Authority, “We’re running this inspection campaign to encourage farmers to take time to plan for the safe use of tractors and machinery ahead of the busy silage harvesting season. We urge famers to plan ahead this year and make sure they themselves and all workers or contractors have the necessary skills and competence to do the job safely. Safe systems of work that minimise risk must be planned and followed by all involved. Training must take place if it hasn’t already, particularly for new operators, to ensure the safe use of machinery. The condition of the machinery is also vital and any required maintenance should be addressed now well in advance of use, particularly to steering and braking systems.”The majority of injuries and fatalities with tractors or farm machinery involve a combination of unplanned maintenance procedures, operator error, lack of training and the presence of children/elderly near work activity. Farmers need to consider the following:Has the work activity been planned in advance?Have all drivers or operators received adequate instruction and training?Are handbrakes or parking brakes working properly?Are cabs and doors in good condition?Are tractor mirrors clean, in good condition and set correctly?Is work organised to avoid the presence of young children or other vulnerable individuals such as elderly family members?Pat Griffin added, “We are asking that all farmers complete the new Farm Risk Assessment document available through www.farmsafely.com which has a dedicated “harvesting” checklist to help identify any necessary improvements. Serious injuries or further deaths can be prevented if farmers plan their work in advance, ensure important precautions are taken and remember to “Keep People and Vehicles Separate to ensure Safety”.For further information in relation to tractor and machinery safety on farms and a wide range of other farm safety topics, visit www.hsa.ieTo undertake the online risk assessment visit www.farmsafely.com  Submission completed, thank you! Adblock test (Why?)

14th March 2022The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) will carry out a two week quarry safety inspection campaign commencing on Monday 14th March. The focus of the campaign is on safe machinery operation, machinery guarding and maintenance activities.According to the Geological Survey of Ireland (GSI) there are approximately 500 quarry developments operating throughout Ireland. There are two main types – rock quarries and sand and gravel pit quarries, both of which use heavy and large machinery.In the ten year period 2012-2021 Quarrying, Mining and the associated manufacturing activities in the industry accounted for 10 work-related fatalities in Ireland. HSA inspectors will be conducting quarry safety inspections over a two week campaign focusing on the key hazards that exist when operating quarry machinery or while carrying out machinery maintenance in quarries. Inspectors will also focus on ensuring that safe work practices and proactive measures are in place to reduce the risk of incidents, including serious or fatal injury. The Authority is concerned at the high level of incidents that occur as the direct result of:unsafe machinery operation,inadequate guarding or no guarding of hazardous moving machine parts,lack of adequate risk assessments during  maintenance activities, andlack of proper isolation procedures during planned and unplanned maintenance. On that basis the HSA inspectors will be seeking evidence of the following:Routine inspection of machinery guarding.Routine inspection of emergency stops and emergency pull cords.Planned maintenance procedures and risk assessments for all planned and unplanned, maintenance activities.The implementation of the outcome of risk assessments to ensure that these work activities are carried out safely, including “Lock Out/Tag Out” systems.That employees receive information, instruction and safety training relevant to the tasks that are undertaken.That equipment and machinery used in maintenance activity is suitable for the task. Pat Griffin, Senior Inspector, HSA stated on the launch of the campaign that “Quarries and manufacturing plants within quarries are potentially hazardous workplaces due to the large and powerful machinery used on a daily basis. However, these risks are measurable and manageable, and we are asking employers to fulfil their duty of care to their employees, contractors and any visitors to quarries. As with any hazardous workplace environment, we urge employers to actively carry out risk assessments and put in place appropriate control measures including safe ways of working.  The outcome of these risk assessments must be communicated to all those involved in the work while ensuring they all receive instruction and safety training relevant to the tasks that are undertaken.” During this campaign, HSA Inspectors will be providing information, advice and making employers aware of resources available to help them reduce the risk of incidents involving machinery particularly during machinery maintenance. There are a number of initiatives planned for 2022 to address the issues that are the main causes of work-related injuries in Irish quarries and the HSA continues to work closely with industry and employer groups to reduce the injury rates at quarries.For further information and resources on quarry safety see the following HSA website links:Safe Quarry Legislation visit the HSA website hereSafe Quarry - A Guide for Quarry Workers see here ENDS Submission completed, thank you! Adblock test (Why?)

28th February 2022The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) will begin a two week transport operations and vehicles in the workplace inspection and awareness campaign commencing today, Monday 28th February. The latest HSA reports show that in the last 5 years, from 2017 – 2021, there have been 102 workplace fatalities involving vehicles in Ireland.The latest data on workplace fatalities for the year 2021, show that 16 (42%) of the 38 work-related fatalities involved vehicles.Over the last two years the most common vehicles involved in work-related fatal incidents were cars (7), tractors (6), and trailers (5). The inspection campaign will focus on the management of vehicle risks in the workplace such as driving for work, common vehicle operations and load securing. Inspectors will focus on warehousing and storage operations within transport and logistics companies, distribution and warehousing centres, and manufacturing premises with a warehousing component. They will be checking if safety management systems, including minimum risk control measures, are in place to prevent incidents relating to:Internal and external traffic management.Common high-risk vehicle activities including goods inwards/outwards, storage operations, loading and unloading of vehicles and use of forklifts and other motorised and self-propelled handling equipment.Racking installation, use, maintenance and inspection.In launching the campaign Deirdre Sinnott, Senior Inspector, HSA stated that “there are serious risks associated with transport and vehicles in the workplaces, but these risk can be reduced and serious incidents prevented by putting simple and effective controls in place. These systems should be backed up by policies and procedures that address all vehicle related activities in the workplace. This includes not only vehicles operated by employees but also vehicles visiting their premises such as routine deliveries and collections. Once procedures are developed and effective controls are put in place to eliminate and control known risks, they should be communicated clearly to employees, contractors and visiting drivers in the workplace.”During this campaign, HSA Inspectors will be providing information and making employers aware of resources available to help them reduce the likelihood and severity of catastrophic incidents involving vehicles in their workplaces.The HSA urges employers to avail of the free short on-line courses available on the HSA e-learning portal hsalearning.ie. The courses aim to help employers manage work related vehicle safety. Also, freely available guidance and resources on managing priority vehicle risks can be found at www.vehiclesatwork.ie and www.loadsafe.ie.To report serious incidents in the workplace employers can email the HSA at [email protected] or log on to the Accident and Dangerous Occurrence Reporting System here. Submission completed, thank you! Adblock test (Why?)

25th February 2022 Today, 25th February 2022, at Cavan Circuit Criminal Court, Judge John Aylmer imposed a fine of €75,000 on Shabra Recycling Ltd following a fatal incident on the 16th October 2019 at Killycard Industrial Estate, Bree, Castleblaney, Co Monaghan.The company pleaded guilty to Section 8(1) contrary to Section 77(9)(a) of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, in that it failed to provide a system of work for the stacking of bales of plastic waste material and for the carrying out of cleaning work in the vicinity of the bales that was planned, organised, performed, maintained and revised, as appropriate, without risk.The incident occurred when an employee of Shabra Recycling Limited was sweeping near recently stacked bales of waste plastic film. The bales, weighing between 360kg to 520kg, collapsed on him without warning which led to fatal injuries. Commenting on the case, Mark Cullen, Assistant Chief Executive with the Health and Safety Authority, said, “It is vital that duty holders ensure that all work activities are conducted in a safe manner. The circumstances of this tragic incident should be a warning to all employers to ensure that appropriate safe systems of work are in place to protect their employees. Furthermore, such measures should be specified in the company safety statement and communicated clearly to their employees.” ENDS Submission completed, thank you! Adblock test (Why?)

16th February 2022The Construction Safety Partnership Action Plan 2022-2024 aims to reduce the level of fatalities, serious injuries and ill health in the construction sector.There were 10 construction related fatalities in Ireland in 2021 and many more suffered serious life changing injuries as a result of work-related incidents.Over the last 10 years, from 2012 -2021, there were 95 fatalities in the construction sector.With the projected growth in the sector for the coming years, it is even more important than ever to ensure that risks arising from construction activities are actively addressed with a renewed focus on new entrants, returning workers, and small and self-employed contractors.The new plan focuses on five critical areas and working groups have been set up to develop and implement specific actions in these five areas.The Construction Safety Partnership, an advisory committee to the Board of the Health and Safety Authority (HSA), has today published its latest Action Plan for 2022-2024. The CSPAC is made up of representatives, workers and experts from a variety of construction organisations and is tasked with improving occupational health and safety in the sector.Over the last 10 years, from 2012 -2021, there were 95 fatalities in the construction sector, which clearly indicates that construction is still one of the high risk sectors.Welcoming the new Construction Safety Partnership Action Plan 2022-2024, the Minister of State for Business, Employment and Retail, Damien English TD, stated “While construction work represented approximately 6% of the working population in 2021, it accounted for 26% of all workplace fatalities and thus represents a major challenge for the sector. This new plan from the Construction Safety Partnership that has been brought together by its multi-stakeholder membership will focus on the key areas where health and safety improvements in construction are needed the most.I urge all employers in the construction sector to engage with the large body of safety and health guidance available and make use of the free HSA online safety training to help reduce the risks of incidents in their workplaces. This Action Plan is ambitious, achievable and crucial to improve safety and minimise work-related incidents.”The latest CSPAC Action Plan builds upon the achievements of previous committees and sets out the objectives and goals of the CSPAC for the three year period 2022 to 2024.On launching the latest Action Plan, Michelle Quinn, the CSPAC Co-Chair, said “While substantial improvements in safety and health have been achieved since the original Construction Safety Partnership Advisory Committee (CSPAC) was founded, there is still much more that can be achieved. The CSPAC has identified five key areas to focus on between 2022 and 2024 and has set objectives accordingly in order to help improve safety and health in the sector. Full implementation of these goals will help to reduce the rate of fatal and serious incidents on constructions sites in Ireland.”The aim of the new Construction Safety Action Plan is to reduce the level of fatalities, serious injuries and ill health in the construction sector. The CSPAC has identified five critical areas for attention:Standardise the approach to the management of health and safety.Improve awareness/compliance of clients on small, high risk projects such as once-off builds and construction on farms.Improve safety consultation, worker engagement and encourage facilitation of safety representatives.Examine existing CSCS courses with a view to identifying new courses required/needed by industry, and consider new ways of delivering Safe Pass.Address occupational health in construction, such as safety concerns around manual handling, exposure to hazardous chemicals and the risk around sun exposure.Frank Kelly, CSPAC Co-Chair, added that “The CSPAC has made considerable progress in raising awareness of safety in the construction industry. There is also recognition that safety standards across the sector have improved. However, reducing the overall rate of fatal and serious injuries in the sector remains a key objective of our latest action plan. The CSPAC Action Plan has set out key objectives and initiatives that our members will continue to deliver on with our core aim being to improve on the safety and health within the construction sector across both large and small scale enterprises.”The construction industry is a high-risk industry and remains a matter of continued focus to the Authority. Dr. Sharon McGuinness, CEO of the Health and Safety Authority, recognises the importance of this Action Plan and the collaboration of all involved in its development stating that “The CSPAC member organisations as well as industry and employee stakeholder groups have utilised the knowledge, information and guidance available and worked together to make the sector a safer and healthier place of work. I know there is real commitment to improving safety and health on construction sites by all parties involved in the CSPAC and indeed the wider sector. The Authority remains committed to providing assistance and support to achieve these objectives. Our inspectors and wider teams have, and will continue, to work hard in conjunction with our many stakeholders to ensure that construction sites across the country are safe and healthy environments.”The Health and Safety Authority has many free tools, courses and supports available, including free health and safety courses on HSALearning.ie and BeSMART.ie, the free online safety management and risk assessment tool.To read the Construction Safety Action Plan click hereMinister of State for Business, Employment and Retail, Damien English TD, launches CSPAC Action Plan - video[embedded content]Adblock test (Why?)

4th February 2022The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) will begin a two-week Docks and Ports inspection and awareness campaign on Monday, 7th February.In the ten-year period 2012-2021, there were 16 fatalities at docks and ports.The most common type of fatal incident involved vehicles striking people on foot, some of which occurred during slow speed manoeuvres and reversing.A key focus will be on safety management systems, ensuring minimum occupational safety and health control measures are in place to reduce risks and prevent harm to persons.HSA Inspectors will also be providing information and making employers aware of resources available to help them reduce the likelihood of adverse incidents involving vehicles in their businessesThe campaign will focus on the management of transport operations and vehicle risks particular to docks and ports including: large vehicle movements and manoeuvres, shunting operations, use of vehicle loaders and forklifts, loading, unloading and load securing, workplace signs and traffic routes and pedestrian management.The campaign will also concentrate on large vehicle operations and the interaction with pedestrian workers and visitors.  HSA inspectors will be focusing on shipping companies, common user areas, roll on roll off operations, container handling and bulk transport operations and visiting transport operators. A key focus will be on safety management systems, ensuring minimum occupational safety and health control measures are in place to reduce risks relating to:workplace infrastructure, layout and signage,vehicle operations and movements,control of pedestrians, andcontrol of visitors and visiting drivers.In the ten-year period 2012-2021, there were 16 fatalities at docks and ports. The most common type of fatal incident involved vehicles striking people on foot, some of which occurred during slow speed manoeuvres and reversing. Other types of fatal incidents involve falls from height (including from vehicles), being hit by falling object and being crushed between two objects.Deirdre Sinnott, HSA Senior Inspector says that the risks can be reduced by focusing on key areas adding that “Employers should recognise vehicle accidents as a real threat to their business. They should put in place a vehicle risk management policy that covers all vehicle related activities in the workplace.  This includes not only vehicles operated by employees but also vehicles visiting their premises, for example routine deliveries and collections.  It is vital that procedures are developed and put in place to eliminate and control known risks associated with driving for work, loading and unloading, deliveries and collections, parking, reversing and manoeuvring. Once these written procedures are in place they should be communicated clearly to all employees, contractors and visiting drivers in the workplace.”HSA Inspectors will be providing information and making employers aware of resources available to help them reduce the likelihood of adverse incidents involving vehicles in their businesses.The Code of Practice for Health and Safety in Dock Work is aimed at providing practical guidelines on a risk management framework, to help employers, employees and others with duties under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 and associated Regulations, to identify, assess and control the risks specific to their operations within port and docks facilities. Employers and those operating in docks and ports environments are urged to familiarise with key risk management requirements in the The Code of Practice for Health and Safety in Dock Work.Also, freely available HSA guidance and resources on managing priority vehicle risks can be found on the HSA website here  EndsAdblock test (Why?)

24th January 2022On Friday 21st January 2022, at Trim Circuit Court, Judge Martina Baxter imposed a fine of €225,000 on Irish Cement Limited (ICL), Platin Works, Platin, Drogheda, Co. Louth following guilty pleas to breaches of the Safety, Health & Welfare at Work Act 2005.The case arose following an incident on 17th April 2018 when Mr Emmanuel Eldershaw was seriously injured when the articulated tractor and trailer unit he was operating toppled over whilst he was tipping a load in the Petroleum Coke fuel storage yard at Irish Cement Ltd., Platin Works, Drogheda, County Louth. An investigation by the Health & Safety Authority concluded that all appropriate safety measures were not in place at the time of the incident.Irish Cement Ltd. pleaded guilty to Section 15(3) Safety, Health and Work Act 2005 contrary to section 77(9)(a) of the Safety, Health and Work Act 2005 (regarding general duties of persons in control of a place of work to ensure that the place of work, means of access and egress to/from it and any article or substance provided in that place of work are safe and without risk to health) and Section 19(5) Safety, Health and Work Act 2005 contrary to section 77(2)(a) of the Safety, Health and Work Act 2005 (regarding the carrying out of a risk assessment ).Mark Cullen, Chief Inspector with the Health and Safety Authority said, “This is an unfortunate and serious incident that could have been prevented. Employers should ensure that safe access and egress is provided for plant and equipment being used in the workplace to protect employees and others from the hazard and risks arising from vehicles operating in the workplace. It is of the utmost importance that employers should, where risks have been identified, take the appropriate measures and put in place the control measures to eliminate or reduce the risks identified.ENDS Submission completed, thank you! Adblock test (Why?)

11th January 2022Minister of State for Business, Employment and Retail, Damien English TD, launches the Health and Safety Authority’s new Strategy Statement 2022 - 2024The HSA’s Strategy Statement 2022 – 2024 sets out continued goals to promote, regulate and influence the areas across its wide and varied mandate.The Strategy Statement highlights key goals in tackling current and emerging challenges and opportunities in Ireland’s workplaces including the introduction of remote/hybrid working, advancements in technology and the green economy, the ‘gig economy’, and the particular needs of vulnerable workers and migrant groups. Through the increased funding provided by Government the Authority is establishing a new division to give further emphasis on occupational health hazards and risks, including those associated with psychosocial and ergonomic risks, and exposure to chemical and biological agents.  The Strategy Statement sets out the continued development of strong alliances and networks with EU and international colleagues whilst also adapting our longstanding working relationship with UK and Northern Ireland colleagues as we respond to the changes brought about by the UK exit from the EU.As the EU implements its ambitious Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability towards a Toxic-Free Environment, the Authority will be leading the Irish input through its national competent authority role as well as its membership of key EU Commission and European Chemicals Agency committees. The Minister of State for Business, Employment and Retail, Damien English TD, has today, January 11th, launched the Health and Safety Authority’s new Strategy Statement for 2022 – 2024. The new Strategy sets out the Authority’s continued goals to promote, regulate and influence the culture of safety and health in the workplace. The Health and Safety Authority has a wide and varied mandate including acting as the national body with responsibility for protecting all workers nationwide from work-related incidents, injuries and ill health. It also acts as the market surveillance authority for chemicals and industrial products and protects all citizens from the risks arising from the use of chemicals. The Authority provides the national accreditation service through the Irish National Accreditation Body (INAB).Launching the new HSA Strategy Statement, Minster Damien English TD, stated: “This new strategy clearly sets out the HSA’s priorities and goals whilst taking into account the ongoing challenges that workers and organisations, including the Authority, will face over the next three years. These include emerging from the COVID-19 public health pandemic, dealing with the continued fallout from the UK exit from the EU and addressing new ways of working. The strategy is also responding to the increasing use of technology in the workplace and the challenges and opportunities this can present in keeping our workplaces safe”.“The Government recognises the importance of the wide and varied role of the HSA and I look forward to working with the Authority to support and enable it to meet its vision of healthy, safe and productive lives and enterprises over the course of this strategy”.To coincide with the Strategy Statement 2022-2024 the Authority has published a Programme of Work which details the key priorities for 2022. In the year ahead, the Authority will continue to focus on high-risk sectors and hazards which cause fatalities, incidents, injuries and ill health, such as falling from heights and the hazards of working with machinery. In addition, it will emphasise the need to address occupational health hazards, in particular those associated with psychosocial and ergonomic risks, and exposure to chemical and biological agents.Looking forward there are also new challenges, including the impact of the pandemic in accelerating the move to remote/hybrid working and the continued growth of the ‘gig economy’ in Ireland. The strategy also highlights the particular needs of vulnerable workers and migrant groups.In presenting this new strategy and the Authority’s Programme of Work for 2022, Dr Sharon McGuinness, Chief Executive of the Health and Safety Authority, said:“Throughout the implementation of our new Strategy Statement and our annual Programmes of Work, the Authority will be setting out to achieve tangible outcomes in occupational safety and health (OSH), accreditation, chemicals, and market surveillance. The key to a successful and productive economy and workforce is a commitment to safer and healthier working lives for all.”“The Authority remains focused on the challenges facing today’s workplaces and enterprises, but is also looking ahead to the future where we see the introduction of new technology and the increased focus on climate action and chemicals sustainability, bringing benefits to occupational safety and health. The Authority will also remain committed to offering enterprises, employers and employees a range of tools and supports to enable them to meet their statutory obligations and ensuring they keep themselves and their workplaces safe.” The HSA strategy launched today is the sixth strategy statement presented by the Authority and was developed in collaboration with key stakeholders and through public consultation. It was developed with the present and future conditions of workplaces and the needs of enterprises across Ireland in mind.  Tom Coughlan, Chairperson of the Health and Safety Authority, said on presenting the Strategy Statement for 2022-2024: “Setting out the goals and key objectives of this Strategy Statement highlights the importance of partnership and collaboration and how it continues to be at the forefront of how we promote compliance. As a tripartite Board, with representatives from employee and employer stakeholders as members, we recognise the importance of constructive and co-operative engagement in meeting the goal of safe and healthy workplaces for all and we encourage employers and employees to continue to engage and work with the Authority in achieving this.”To download and read in full please visit the HSA website The HSA’s Strategy Statement 2022 – 2024Programme of Work 2022Adblock test (Why?)

21st January 2022The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) will begin a two-week intensive farm safety inspection campaign on Monday 24th January with a focus on the safe management of livestock during calving season when the risk of injury to farmers increases significantly.  Over the last 10 years, 196 people have lost their lives in farming related work activity in Ireland. Of these fatalities, 38 involved livestock. In 2021 alone, working with cattle accounted for 3 fatalities.According to Pat Griffin, Senior Inspector with the Health and Safety Authority “Although 2021 saw a significant decline in farm fatalities, there are still far too many deaths in the agriculture sector as well as a substantial number of very serious injuries. Working with livestock is a key incident trigger and farmers must make their physical safety an absolute priority. During this time of year, which includes the calving period, increased fatigue and stress levels are common. However, early planning and preparation can make a significant difference in the safe management of livestock and help prevent injury or even death”.Key questions to ask whilst working with livestock:Is there a plan in place to minimise the risk of attack?Has an adequate physical barrier been established between the farmer and the freshly calved cow when tagging, treating and handling calves?Is there adequate lighting in the yard and farm buildings?Do you need help? Are the extra resources trained and experienced? Are facilities and procedures adequate for loading and unloading animals?Pat Griffin added, “We know that, on dairy farms in particular, farmers may be managing larger herds of livestock. There must therefore be enough space and shelter for the number, size and class of cattle being held. During this calving season we urge farmers to plan ahead and put safety measures in place as cows, and in particular heifers, can be unpredictable before, during or after calving and may become aggressive. Good calving facilities and holding areas where cows can be monitored remotely are important and can help reduce farmer fatigue. Well-prepared calving units with clean bedding, calving gates and the necessary equipment will ensure safety and reduce stress both on farmers and on the animal. With much of calving happening during short and often dull days, or at night, farmers are encouraged to have plenty of well-positioned lights in calving units and around the farmyard as this will greatly improve visibility and safety”. The HSA offers a range of free guidance. Quicks links to relevant guides are list belowTo avail of more advice and guidance material in relation to livestock and many other farm safety hazards visit the HSA website at www.hsa.ie.ENDS Submission completed, thank you! Adblock test (Why?)

21st January 2022Today, Friday 21st January 2022, at Naas Circuit Court, Judge Mary O'Malley Costello imposed a fine of €400,000 on Kildare Chilling Company following guilty pleas to breaches of the Safety, Health & Welfare at Work Act 2005. The case arose following an incident on 15th February 2018 when employee was fatally injured when he was struck and crushed by a mobile forklift truck whilst he was walking across an open yard at his workplace at the Kildare Chilling plant, Old Dublin Road, Curraghfarm, County Kildare. An investigation by the Health and Safety Authority concluded that all appropriate safety measures were not in place at the time of the incident.Kildare Chilling Company pleaded guilty to Section 8(1) Safety, Health and Work Act 2005 and Section 8(2)(a) of the said Act contrary to section 77(9)(a) of the Safety, Health and Work Act 2005, regarding its failure as an employer to ensure, so far as was reasonably practicable, the safety and health at work of its employees, in that they failed to manage and conduct work activities, specifically the operation of a forklift truck in proximity to pedestrians and provide a traffic management system that provided for designated pedestrian routes, the wearing of hi-viz clothing, crossing points and safety warning signs at its place of work.Mark Cullen, Chief Inspector with the Health and Safety Authority said, “Companies should have in place safe systems of work and traffic management systems that provide for designated pedestrian routes to protect employees and others from the hazard and risks arising from vehicles operating in the workplace. Employers should also ensure that operators of plant and equipment have the necessary information, instruction and training and that the plant and equipment being used is regularly maintained and safe. ENDS Submission completed, thank you! Adblock test (Why?)