For over two decades, EN 166:2001 has been the recognised benchmark for workplace eye protection across Europe. However, as workplaces, technologies, and workforce requirements have evolved, a new standard has now taken its place. EN ISO 16321-1:2025 is the latest standard for occupational eye and face protection, introducing enhanced requirements designed to improve safety, comfort,…
HSA Annual Report 2025 Highlights Need for Renewed Focus on Workplace Safety
The publication of the Health and Safety Authority’s (HSA) Annual Report 2025 makes for sobering reading, with the report confirming that 61 people lost their lives in work-related incidents during 2025. While these figures have been known since early January, the full report highlights the scale of the challenge facing employers, workers and safety professionals…
Construction and Scaffolding Firms Fined Following Fatal Fall at Greystones Development
A construction company and a scaffolding contractor have been fined following a fatal workplace accident at a residential development in Greystones, Co. Wicklow, highlighting the critical importance of effective fall protection measures on construction sites. The case, heard before Wicklow Circuit Criminal Court, arose from a tragic incident at the Marina Village development, where a…
Ireland Hits Record Low But Farm and Construction Deaths Keep the Toll Too High
The HSA’s latest data on fatal workplace injuries confirms a major success – in 2024, Ireland recorded its lowest-ever rate of work-related deaths. According to the HSA, the fatality rate per 100,000 workers dropped from 2.7 in 2015 to just 1.2 in 2024. In total, 33 workers lost their lives in workplace incidents last year…
Reinforcing Safety Culture – Lessons from from the HSA’s Recent Prosecution
The recent prosecution by the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) of Irish Packaging Recycling Unlimited Company serves as a stark reminder of the very real human and organisational costs when safety systems fail. The company has been fined €650,000 following a fatal incident at its recycling plant in Finglas. (Health and Safety Authority) At Trant…
Company Fined €270,000 Following Fatal Workplace Accident
A road surfacing company has been fined €270,000 following a tragic workplace accident that claimed the life of one of its employees. The incident occurred during road resurfacing works when a worker, who had been gathering up safety signage, was fatally struck by a reversing roller used to compact chips into newly laid tar. The…
Guidance on the Safe Use of Chainsaws
Chainsaws are powerful tools that require careful handling and adherence to safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries. This guidance document outlines essential safety measures for the safe operation of chainsaws. 1. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Before operating a chainsaw, ensure you are equipped with the following PPE: Helmet with a face shield or safety…
Lowest Number of Fatal Accidents on Record Since HSA Established
In a significant milestone, the number of workplace fatalities last year dropped to thirty-three, the lowest figure since the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) was founded in 1989. The fatal accident rate per 100,000 workers has seen a remarkable decline from 6.31 in 1992 (the first year for which comparable statistics are available) to just…
Safety Day Success in Limerick: A Comprehensive Event Led by MD Frank O’Meara
Safety Day Success in Limerick: A Comprehensive Event Led by MD Frank O’Meara This past Saturday, our Managing Director, Frank O’Meara, spearheaded a highly successful Safety Day event in Limerick, organised for our client, Alliance Contracting and Electrical Engineering. The day was filled with insightful sessions and engaging activities, all aimed at fostering a safer,…
EPH Controls Achieves Triple ISO Certification Success
EPH Controls Achieves Triple ISO Certification Success We are proud to announce that our client, EPH Controls, has successfully passed their recent ISO Integrated Management Surveillance Audit, achieving certifications in ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001. This accomplishment underscores their commitment to quality, environmental management, and occupational health and safety. Our team had…
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