The Road Safety Authority (RSA) and the County and City Management Association (CCMA) are joining forces to urge landowners to prioritise road safety by trimming their hedgerows before the March 1 deadline. This proactive measure aims to mitigate potential hazards that overgrown hedges may pose to road users. Well-maintained hedges play a crucial role in…
HSA remind employers to inspect scaffolding after a storm
Are you aware that following a storm, it is essential to conduct a comprehensive inspection of scaffolding and complete the GA3 form, ensuring it is signed before utilising the scaffolding. Given the current high winds, the recommendation is that scaffolding must be inspected thoroughly by a competent person and any necessary remedial works carried out. …
Road Safety Authority (RSA) report 184 lives lost on Irish roads in 2023
In 2023, Irish roads witnessed a tragic toll, with 184 lives lost, as reported by the Road Safety Authority (RSA). This marks the highest number of fatalities in nearly a decade, surpassing the 2014 figure of 192 casualties. The statistics reveal a concerning 19% increase in road deaths compared to 2022. While the pandemic led…
HSA report that 43 people lost their lives in work related activities in 2023
43 people lost their lives in work related activities last year The HSA have reported that 43 people died in work accidents in Ireland last year. The vast majority were men, most were in farming or construction from vehicle collisions or falls, most were older workers and most were working on their own. 43 deaths is…
