Find top tips, fact sheets and a range of guidance within the 'Learn More' section of BeSMART.ie (free online risk assessment & Safety Statement resource).
Chemicals:
Every business use a variety of chemicals such as cleaning products and bleaches right through to dyes, paints, solvents and many others depending on the activities being carried out at the workplace. The HSA have produced a booklet which shows a three step approach, how a small business can safely manage its chemicals. It shows you how to carry out a chemical risk assessment, which is required by law but more importantly, it will help you protect your employees safety and health. It will also potentially introduce cost savings to your business through more effective work practices, such as correct storage, handling, use and disposal procedures. Your Steps to Chemical Safety Year:2011 or Click on the image to download a copy |  |
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Information Sheet Year 2010
Retail:
Get a grip Year : 2010
Health and Safety in Small Retail Premises Year : 2010
Safe HospitalityYear : 2010
Working Safely with Dispense Gas in Pub Cellars Year : 2009
Safety Toolkit and Short Guide to General Application Regulations 2007 Small Business Edition Year : 2008
Lighten the Load for the Retail Sector Year : 2008
Guide to the Safety, Health and Welfare at (Work General Application) Regulations 2007 Year : 2007
Guidelines for Employers, Employees and Clients involved in the Cash in Transit Industry Year : 2006
Guidance on the Management of Manual Handling in the Workplace Year : 2005
Safety & Health Management:
Fire Safety Check Sheet Year : 2011
Transport Risk Assessment Sheet Year : 2010
Workplace Transport Checklist Year : 2008
Safety with Asbestos - Information Sheet Year : 2007
Other Publications:
A range of other Publications including those for the Construction, Agriculture and Quarrying Sectors are available within the HSA Publications Section