Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005
The Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 is the primary legislation in Ireland governing the protection of people in the workplace. It establishes a comprehensive framework for securing the safety, health, and welfare of all persons at work, enforcing statutory provisions, and implementing relevant European Union directives.
Core Duties of Stakeholders
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Feature |
Employer Duties |
Employee Duties |
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Primary Responsibility |
Ensure safety, health, and welfare “so far as is reasonably practicable”. |
Take reasonable care to protect themselves and others affected by their acts. |
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Conduct |
Manage work activities to prevent improper conduct or behaviour. |
Do not engage in improper conduct or behaviour likely to endanger anyone. |
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Training |
Provide necessary information, instruction, training, and supervision. |
Attend required training and undergo assessments. |
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Environment |
Maintain a safe workplace, including safe access/egress and machinery. |
Report any work carried out dangerously or any defects in the workplace. |
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Intoxicants |
Ensure work is managed to prevent danger from intoxicants. |
Do not be under the influence of an intoxicant to a dangerous extent. |
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Published by Workplace Regulation and Economic Migration