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Press Releases 2018
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20Jun
Nenagh school children learn how to “Keep Safe”
A range of state agencies and organisations came together to deliver the programme which is directed at 5th and 6th class pupils in the school.
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18Jun
HSA and Primary School Principals join forces to promote farm safety before high risk summer holiday period
A joint appeal to primary schools to promote a strong farm safety message to children before they break for the summer.
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12Jun
Health and Safety Authority begins intensive construction safety campaign
The beginning of an inspection and awareness campaign targeting the construction sector.
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06Jun
Health and Safety Authority announces appointment of new Chief Executive
The Board of the Health and Safety Authority is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Sharon McGuinness as Chief Executive Designate of the Health and Safety Authority.
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05Jun
50,000 businesses now using free HSA online safety resource
There are now 50,000 organisations using BeSMART.ie
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30May
Minister Breen launches new Mine Safety Regulations at Tara Mines
The Minister met with miners, management and the broader industry to officially launch the new Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Mines) Regulations 2018.
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22May
“Keep Safe” road show comes to Ballina school children
Over 100 local school children attended a Health and Safety Authority ‘Keep Safe’ event at Ballina Sports Complex on Wednesday 16th May.
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30Apr
Health and Safety Authority campaign to focus on vehicle and machinery safety
Approximately 200 inspections are planned with the focus on safe working with vehicles and machinery
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27Apr
Company fined after exposure of employees to Asbestos fibres resulting from demolition works
A fine of €50,000 imposed on Leeside Cut & Core Contractors Limited.
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27Apr
Minister Breen marks international day for those injured or killed in the workplace
Every year all those injured or killed in work related accidents are remembered