Safe Working at Heights: Updated for the “Falls are Preventable” Campaign
Safe Working at Heights: Updated for the "Falls are Preventable" Campaign The Zero-Tolerance Summer Sweep As we cross into July 2026, the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) has launched its highly anticipated all-island inspection campaign targeting construction sites, agricultural operations, and industrial facilities. The directive this year is clear, uncompromising, and urgent: Falls are Preventable. Working at height remains the leading cause of catastrophic workplace incidents across Ireland. With the mid-summer peak in roofing, maintenance,…
The Green Safety Officer: Integrating Environmental Compliance into EHS Systems
The Green Safety Officer: Integrating Environmental Compliance into EHS Systems The Erasure of the Internal Silo For years, the "E" and the "S" in EHS functioned like distant relatives sharing the same corporate roof. The Environmental Officer focused on emissions, waste streams, and chemical disposal regulations, while the Safety Officer managed risk assessments, machine guarding, and slip hazards. They used different software, reported to different sub-committees, and spoke entirely different operational languages. As we progress…
Supply Chain Due Diligence: Your Safety Responsibility Beyond Your Own Gates
Supply Chain Due Diligence: Your Safety Responsibility Beyond Your Own Gates The Extended Enterprise For decades, the "Safety Statement" was focused on the internal workforce and site-specific hazards. However, in 2026, the regulatory and societal expectations for corporate accountability have undergone a radical transformation. Organisations are now being held liable for human rights, labour conditions, and safety standards deep within their supply chains. "Supply Chain Due Diligence" is no longer just a boardroom concept for…
ESG Operationalisation: Why Safety Is The “S” Your Investors are watching
The term safety statement is used to describe a document which summarises how an Irish company manages risk and provides an opportunity for company management to show commitment to their employees that workplace risk is effectively managed.
ISO 14001:2026 Revision What Organisations Need to Know
The term safety statement is used to describe a document which summarises how an Irish company manages risk and provides an opportunity for company management to show commitment to their employees that workplace risk is effectively managed.
Livestock Safety in Calving Season: Protecting Farmers and Their Legacy
Livestock Safety in Calving Season: Protecting Farmers and Their Legacy In Ireland, the arrival of spring is synonymous with the calving season, a period of immense productivity, tradition, and economic importance. However, beneath the lifecycle of the Irish farm lies a sobering reality: agriculture remains the highest-risk sector in the country. As we navigate 2026, the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) continues to highlight that livestock-related incidents are a leading cause of workplace fatalities and…
How to promote Environmental Awareness in the workplace ?
How to promote Environmental Awareness in the workplace ? As the global community grapples with the challenges of climate change, the workplace emerges as a vital arena for orchestrating change. Beyond being a moral obligation, integrating green practices holds the key to meeting environmental regulations, opening doors to new business prospects, and contributing to a resilient future. This article is a guiding compass, navigating you through the realm of environmental impacts and unveiling key sustainable…
Advice for Employees Working in Outdoors
Advice for Employees Working in Outoors? Working outside in the fresh air most definitely has its bonuses, especially when the sun is shining! It does however come with risks and hazards that indoor worker never have to consider. Outdoor employees, who are they? Construction workers Photo by Gregory Hayes on Unsplash Farmers Gardeners Environmental scientists/geologists/conservation workers/park rangers Outdoor employees are exposed to many types of hazards that depend on their type of work: Geographic location Season Duration…
Tailoring Safety Training for your Staff & Contractors
Conflict resolution is a challenging area, but as a manager or supervisor, it comes with the job. Although it is challenging, it can extremely rewarding also. It’s another attribute that you can add to your skill set and an excellent addition to your personal development.
VDU Assessment – Are you sitting comfortably?
VDU Assessment - Are You Sitting Comfortably? GEMMA COLLINS DOYLE EHS Consultant EazySAFE One of my favourite parts of my job, as a health and safety consultant, is carrying out VDU assessments for people. Why? Because a difference can be made almost immediately! Such simple changes can help people sit more comfortably, ease any pain they are experiencing and create a better working environment. What are the legal requirements? Many employees or even employers…