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Man, 40s, dies following quad bike incident in Cavan

A man, who died following an incident at a premises in Killeshandra, Co Cavan this morning, has been named locally as Padraig (Paudie) O'Reilly.

Ulster • 25 Aug

The agriculture sector saw a decline from 20 fatalities in 2023 to 12 last year, a fall of 40%

SIPTU calls for introduction of farm safe pass system

There were 33 work-related deaths in 2024, according to the Health and Safety Authority (HSA), down from the figure of 43 which was recorded in 2023.

Ireland • 08 Jan

The campaign highlights the growing need for vigilance in industries where employees may be particularly vulnerable to work-related violence and aggression from the general public.

Work-related violence never 'part of the job', HSA states

A new campaign by the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) aims to help employers manage and mitigate the risks associated with work-related violence and aggression.

Business • 15 Oct 24

Quarrying, mining and the associated manufacturing activities in the industry accounted for seven work-related deaths in Ireland between 2014 and 2023

HSA launches new quarry safety campaign

The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) has begun a two-week quarry safety inspection campaign focussing on safe machinery operation, machinery guarding and maintenance activities.

Business • 23 Sep 24

Of the 43 work-related fatalities reported, the majority occurred in agriculture

HSA carried out 10,000 workplace inspections last year

The Health and Safety Authority carried out almost 10,000 proactive workplace inspections last year, according to the authority's annual report.

Business • 24 Jun 24

Quarrying, mining and the associated manufacturing activities in the industry accounted for seven work-related fatalities in Ireland over the 10 years from 2014 to 2023

Quarry safety campaign launched by HSA

The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) has launched a two-week quarry safety inspection campaign focussing on the management of contractors.

Business • 13 May 24

Farming accounted for 16 of the 43 fatalities at workplaces last year (stock pic)

Rise in work-related deaths as 43 people died last year

New figures from the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) show that 43 people lost their lives in work-related incidents in 2023.

Ireland • 05 Jan 24

The farming sector recorded 12 fatalities this year compared to 10 in 2021, new HSA figures show

26 work-related deaths in 2022 - lowest in 30 years

Provisional data from the Health and Safety Authority shows that 26 people lost their lives in work-related incidents in 2022, down from 38 in 2021.

Business • 30 Dec 22

At 38 last year, it was the lowest number of workplace fatalities recorded in a year since the HSA was established in 1989

Fewer workplace fatalities in 2021 - HSA

There was a reduction of almost a third in the number of workplace fatalities last year, according to figures from the Health and Safety Authority.

Business • 07 Jun 22

Minister Damien English, HSA CEO Dr Sharon McGuinness and HSA Chair Tom Coughlan

HSA sets out goals for tackling workplace challenges

The Health and Safety Authority has published a strategy document which sets out its key goals for tackling current and emerging challenges in workplaces across the country.

Business • 11 Jan 22

The farming sector remains one of the most dangerous industries in which to work

Work-related fatalities fall by 30% in 2021

The Health and Safety Authority has reported a 30% reduction in work-related fatalities for 2021.

Business • 31 Dec 21

Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this collision to come forward

Man injured in crash at roadworks dies in hospital

A man in his 60s has died following a road traffic collision in Co Wicklow.

Ireland • 07 Jul 21

Overall, the largest number of work-related fatalities occurred in agriculture, forestry and fishing

Workplace deaths rose 13% last year, says HSA

New figures from the Health and Safety Authority show that the number of people who died in work-related incidents last year rose 13% to 53, despite many workplaces being closed due to Covid-19 restrictions.

Ireland • 06 Jul 21

The guidelines, which are now available on the HSA website, highlight the main hazards for horticultural workers

HSA publishes safety guidance for horticulture workers

The Health and Safety Authority has published new safety guidance for seasonal workers in horticulture, which aim to help employers and employees identify hazards in workplaces and reduce the associated risks.

Business • 11 Jun 21

The figures show that 44%, or 217 of these deaths involved vehicles

Vehicles involved in 44% of work-related deaths

490 work-related deaths were recorded in Ireland between 2010-2019, according to new figures from the Health and Safety Authority.

Business • 12 Apr 21

The INMO says the HSA is not inspecting the impact Covid is having on those who work in hospitals

HSA urged to examine Covid-19 impact on hospital staff

The General Secretary of the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation has expressed concerned that the Health and Safety Authority is not inspecting hospitals in relation to impact of Covid-19 on workers there.

Coronavirus • 17 Aug 20

Construction sites were among those workplaces inspected by the HSA in the last week

HSA conducted 700 workplace inspections since last week

The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) has said approximately 700 inspections were completed between Monday of last week, when the economy began to slowly reopen, and close of business yesterday.

Business • 27 May 20

Sharon McGuinness is attending the Dáil Covid-19 Committee

HSA receives number of meat factory complaints

The Chief Executive of the Health and Safety Authority, Dr Sharon McGuinness has said they have received a number of complaints in relation to meat factories.

Coronavirus • 19 May 20

The HSA received the complaints during March and April

200 complaints over breaches of Covid-19 guidelines

The Health and Safety Authority has received over 200 complaints regarding breaches of Covid-19 guidelines, but has not carried out any on-site inspections in relation to those alleged breaches.

News • 13 May 20

More children are on farms due to school closures amid Covid-19 restrictions

HSA concerned child fatalities on farms could spike

The Health and Safety Authority has said it is concerned there could be a spike in child fatalities on Irish farms this year.

Ireland • 13 Apr 20

According to the HSA, falls from a height was the leading cause of fatalities on construction sites

Rise in number of construction sites fatalities - HSA

The number of workers who have been killed in accidents on construction sites has more than doubled in the last year, according to the Health and Safety Authority.

Ireland • 10 Jan 20

Prosecutions were brought by the Health and Safety Authority

Mayo firms fined over workplace death

Three companies have been fined a total of €32,000 for health and safety related breaches following the death of a 31 year old electrician in Mayo last year.

Business • 01 Nov 19

The scene of the incident is being examined and the Health and Safety Authority has been notified

Man dies in accident on farm in Co Limerick

A man has died following an accident on a farm in Abbeayfeale, Co Limerick yesterday, the man, who was in his 40s, was seriously injured when a farm shed collapsed while construction work was being carried out.

Munster • 25 Aug 19

The Health and Safety Authority says farmers are nine times more likely to be killed at work than any other profession

Workplace fatalities down 23% last year - HSA

The number of people who died in workplace accidents last year fell by 23%, according to figures issued by the Health and Safety Authority.

Ireland • 08 Jan 19

The incident will be investigated by the Health and Safety Authority

Woman dies following farm accident in Co Galway

A post-mortem examination is due to be carried out on the body of a 54-year-old woman who died following an incident on a farm near Headford, Co Galway yesterday.

Connacht • 17 Jul 18

Health And Safety Authority