GARAGELAND P&M CLG
11th June 2026
Safety Statement
Including Risk AssessmentSAFETY STATEMENT
INCLUDING RISK ASSESSMENTS
PART A – SAFETY STATEMENT AND APPENDICES 4
SECTION 1 – HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY 5
1.0 – HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY 6
1.1 – BUSINESS / COMPANY INFORMATION 7
SECTION 2 – SAFETY ARRANGEMENTS 8
2.0 – ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 9
2.0.1 – PERSONS RESPONSIBLE FOR PERFORMING TASKS 2.1 – COMPETENCE AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS 2.2 – CONSULTATION AND PARTICIPATION 2.3 – THE SAFETY REPRESENTATIVE 2.4 – CONTRACTORS’ RESPONSIBILITIES 13
2.5 – VISITORS 13
2.6 – ACCIDENT REPORTING AND INVESTIGATION 2.7 – EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 15
2.8 – WELFARE FACILITIES AND WORKPLACE REQUIREMENTS 2.9 – PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT 2.10 – PREGNANCY AT WORK 2.11 – YOUNG PERSONS 20
2.12 – WORK-RELATED STRESS AND DIGNITY AT WORK 10
PART B – RISK ASSESSMENT AND ACTION LIST 34PART A – SAFETY STATEMENT AND APPENDICESSECTION 1 – HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY
I / WE WILL READ, SIGN AND DATE THE HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY IN THIS SECTION.
I / WE WILL MAKE SURE THE RELEVANT PARTS OF THIS SAFETY STATEMENT,
INCLUDING RISK ASSESSMENTS, ARE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF EMPLOYEES.1.0 – HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY
KEY ACTIONS
As an employer I / we have the ultimate responsibility for the workplace and a direct
influence on health and safety in my / our business. The health and safety policy below
outlines my / our commitment to ensuring that the workplace is as safe and healthy as
reasonably practicable and that all relevant health and safety legislation is complied with.
HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY
I / We of am / are committed to working in accordance with the provisions of
the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and other associated legislation and the
requirements of this Safety Statement. I / we am / are committed to fulfilling our statutory
obligations to manage and co-ordinate workplace safety and health and ensuring, so as far as is
reasonably practicable, that:
• Work activities are managed so as to ensure the safety, health and welfare of my / our
employees
• The safety statement is maintained and updated, risk assessments are carried out and
reviewed as required and brought to the attention of all employees at least annually
• Identified protective and preventive measures are implemented and maintained
• Improper conduct likely to put an employee’s safety and health at risk is prevented
• A safe place of work is provided, which is adequately designed and maintained
• A safe means of access and egress is provided
• Safe plant and equipment are provided
• Safe systems of work are provided
• Risks to health from any article or substance are prevented
• Appropriate information, instruction, training and supervision are provided
• Where hazards cannot be eliminated, adequate arrangements, including the provision of
suitable protective clothing and equipment, will be put in place to reduce the risk of injury
• Emergency plans are prepared and revised
• Welfare facilities are provided and adequately maintained
• Competent personnel to advise and assist in securing the safety, health and welfare ofmy/our employees are employed when required.
Signed: _________Dermot Lambert_____ Date: 15/07/2026
Position: Director / Owner
Managing Director/Owner
1.1 – BUSINESS / COMPANY INFORMATION
KEY ACTIONS
contact details.
Input relevant details relating to the business / company name, address and any relevant
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BUSINESS / COMPANY INFORMATION |
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Business / Company Name |
Garageland Productions & Media CLG |
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Business / Company Address |
17 Springvale – D16 E0X3 |
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CRO Number |
815431 |
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Managing Director / Owner |
Dermot Lambert |
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Phone Number |
0852323835 |
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dermotlambert@garageland.ie |
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Website |
www.garageland.ie |
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Other Contact / Social Media |
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SECTION 2 – SAFETY ARRANGEMENTSTHIS SECTION PROVIDES A SUMMARY OF KEY REQUIREMENTS THAT WILL BE
CONSIDERED WHEN CARRYING OUT WORK:
• ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• COMPETENCE AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
• CONSULTATION AND PARTICIPATION
• THE SAFETY REPRESENTATIVE
• CONTRACTORS’ RESPONSIBILITIES
• VISITORS
• ACCIDENT REPORTING AND INVESTIGATION
• EMERGENCY PROCEDURES, INCLUDING FIRST AID AND FIRE
• WELFARE FACILITIES AND WORKPLACE REQUIREMENTS
• PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
• PREGNANCY AT WORK
• YOUNG PERSONS
• WORK-RELATED STRESS AND DIGNITY AT WORK2.0 – ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
KEY ACTIONS
While the responsibility for managing health and safety in the workplace rests mainly
with the employer, it is important to note that both employers and employees have
responsibilities.
EMPLOYER’S RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
• Manage and conduct work activities so as to ensure the safety and health of employees
and others affected
• Prevent improper conduct likely to put an employee’s safety and health at risk
• Provide a safe place of work, which is adequately designed and maintained
• Provide safe means of access and egress
• Provide safe plant, equipment and machinery
• Provide safe systems of work, e.g. operating procedures
• Prevent risk to health from any article or substance (e.g. machinery, equipment and
chemical substances)
• Provide appropriate information, instruction, training and supervision, taking into account
the employee’s capabilities, when an employee begins work or is transferred to new
tasks, and when new technology is introduced
• Provide suitable protective clothing and equipment where hazards cannot be eliminated
• Prepare and revise emergency plans and designate staff to take on emergency duties
• Provide and maintain welfare facilities
• Provide, where necessary, a competent person to advise and assist in securing the
safety, health and welfare of employees (a competent person must have the necessary
qualifications as well as sufficient training, experience and knowledge appropriate to the
nature of the work to be undertaken).
EMPLOYEE’S RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
• Comply with the relevant health and safety legislation, e.g. co-operating with your
employer, reporting unsafe procedures or equipment
• Comply with safety policies and procedures to ensure your own personal safety and
health, as well as that of others
• Co-operate with your employer in relation to safety, health and welfare at your place of
work
• Report all hazards, injuries, incidents, dangerous occurrences and near misses as soon
as possible to your employer
• Report any defects in equipment, unsafe activities or deficiencies in safety procedures
• Use any protective clothing and equipment that has been provided for your safety
• Attend any training as required by your employer
• Co-operate with your employer to enable your employer to comply with relevant health
and safety legislation
• Do not engage in improper conduct or behaviour that is likely to endanger your own or
other’s safety, health and welfare while at work
• Do not be under the influence of intoxicants as they may endanger your own or other’s
safety, health and welfare
• Do not interfere with, misuse or damage anything that may affect anyone’s safety, health
and welfare.2.0.1 – PERSONS RESPONSIBLE FOR PERFORMING TASKS
KEY ACTIONS
I / We, as the employer, are legally obliged to ensure that persons are nominated and
made responsible for tasks assigned to them:
• I / We shall identify responsible persons(where required) who will take responsibility for
various tasks, e.g. induction, inspections and training
• I / We shall brief them on these tasks and their responsibilities
• I / We shall record the names of such nominated persons
• I / We shall record details in Form 1.5 – Responsible Persons Task Register in
Appendix 1.
I / we will review and follow up on a regular basis to ensure arrangements are put in place and
that assigned persons are carrying out their roles effectively.
2.1 – COMPETENCE AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
KEY ACTIONS
Competence of employers, managers and employees is critical to the effective safe
management and operation of business activities.
Competence is determined by knowledge, training and experience and, as an employer I / we
will assess what training each employee needs, to keep up to date with changes in legislation,
work practices and technology. By having competent, trained personnel who are adequately
supervised, my / our employees will be capable of completing a job safely, efficiently and to a
high standard. For example, typical training which can be carried out could include:
• Fire warden training
• First-aid training
• Manual handling training
• Training on the use of firefighting equipment
• Induction training
• Machine-specific training.
I / We shall record details of training in relation to specific tasks, such as those listed below, in
Form 1.3 Training Register in Appendix 1.
2.1.1 – INDUCTION TRAINING
KEY ACTIONS
Induction training is very important in communicating specific health and safety
information to employees, contractors and other relevant persons when they first arrive
at my / our workplace.
Induction training will include the following information:
• Specific hazards associated with the workplace and the controls that are in place• Workplace rules
• Roles and responsibilities
• Emergency procedures and first-aid arrangements.
When inductions have been completed, then I / we shall complete Form 1.1 Induction
Register in Appendix 1. Typical topics which are discussed at induction are also covered in
Form 1.2 Typical Induction Topics in Appendix 1.
2.2 – CONSULTATION AND PARTICIPATION
KEY ACTIONS
I / we recognise that employee participation in health and safety is an integral part of my /
our safety management system. I am / we are committed to providing adequate and
appropriate consultation and welcome the views of all employees on issues relating to
health and safety.
TOP TIPS
I / we will consult with all relevant employees:
• When new risk assessments are being carried out or revised
• When there is a change, update or modification to a particular work process
• When new machines or processes are introduced
• When new substances or materials are introduced.
Furthermore, should any of my / our employees raise any matters relating to their health and
safety that are connected in any way to our work activities, I / we will consider such matters and
will endeavour to take any action that I / we consider necessary or appropriate to deal with the
matters raised.
2.3 – THE SAFETY REPRESENTATIVE
KEY ACTIONS
My / our employees may select and appoint a safety representative. The appointed safety
representative may consult with, and make representations to me / us on safety, healthand welfare matters at the place of work.
I / We shall consider these representations and act on them if necessary. The purpose of these
consultations is to prevent accidents and ill health, to highlight problems, and to identify means
of overcoming them.
I / we will facilitate the training of the safety representative so that they have the necessary
competence to carry out the task.
The functions of my / our safety representative include:
• Having given reasonable notice to the employer, regular inspection of the workplace
according to a schedule agreed between him / her and the employer that is based on the
nature and extent of the hazards in the place of work
• Being given access to information that relates to the safety, health and welfare of
employees
• Having the power to investigate accidents and dangerous occurrences subject to any
limitations as outlined in the legislation
• Being given the opportunity to receive appropriate health and safety training to help him /
her perform the function of a safety representative
• Accompanying an inspector from the Health & Safety Authority during an inspection of
the workplace.
Note: The safety representative shall not suffer any disadvantage in their employment through
discharging their functions and cannot be held criminally liable for failure to perform any function
of a safety representative.
My / our safety representative is:
_____Dermot Lambert______________________________________________
2.4 – CONTRACTORS’ RESPONSIBILITIES
Definition: A contractor is a person or organisation which signs a contract to do certain work for
payment within a specified time.
KEY ACTIONS
All contractors involved in a work activity on my / our premises must comply with my /our policy for safety, health and welfare.
Contractors carrying out work must:
• Be competent to carry out the work
• Have adequate resources to carry out the work
• Provide copies of their own:
ο Safety statement
ο Insurance
• Ensure that work activities do not affect the well-being of our employees, visitors or
customers. Ensure they identify potential hazards arising from their work activities and
implement appropriate control measures and safe systems of work while carrying out
work.
• Report to the designated person on arrival at my / our workplace.
FURTHER INFORMATION
To ensure compliance with the legislation I / we will provide contractors with the relevant
sections of my / our safety statement or health and safety file (where applicable) to ensure that
they are both aware of and can take account of the hazards in my / our workplace.
Form 1.5 – Responsible Persons Task Register in Appendix 1 can be used to identify
employees who agree to carry out key tasks, in this case the overseeing of contractors who may
be carrying out work.
2.5 – VISITORS
Definition: A visitor is a person other than an employee or contractor.
KEY ACTIONS
Visitors may not be aware of the potential hazards associated with my / our place of
work. To minimise the risk of injury to visitors, I / we will:
• Practice good housekeeping, including:
ο Keeping walkways clear
ο Cleaning up spills immediately
• Restrict access to hazardous areas
• Prevent visitors from using equipment or machinery
• Ensure appropriate safety signs and notices are displayed
• Ensure safe walkways and access routes are maintained
• Put procedures in place to ensure visitors are evacuated in a safe and timely manner in
the event of an emergency.
Visitors are required to:
• Conduct themselves in a safe manner at all times
• Observe the fire policy and, in the event of an emergency, to identify themselves to
an employee and be escorted to the designated assembly point.
2.6 – ACCIDENT REPORTING AND INVESTIGATION
KEY ACTIONS
If an accident or incident occurs in my / our place of work or in the course of my / our
work activities which has affected employees or a third party, I / we will:• Ensure that all accidents and dangerous occurrences are recorded.
• Promptly investigate the accident or dangerous occurrence so as to determine the cause
and, on completion of the investigation, put in place measures to prevent a re-
occurrence.
• Ensure that where a fatal accident has occurred the HSA are notified as quickly as
possible (Tel: 1890 289 389) and Form of Notice of Accident (IR1) sent within 5
working days.
• Ensure that other accidents are reported to the Health & Safety Authority on Form IR1
within 10 working days where:
o Employees are out of work or not able to perform their normal work for more than
3 consecutive days (excluding the day of the accident but including any days
which would not have been working days)
o Members of the public injured due to a work activity and who are taken from the
location of the accident to receive treatment in a hospital or medical facility
• Ensure that dangerous occurrences are reported to the Health & Safety Authority on the
Form of Notice of Dangerous Occurrence (IR3) within 10 working days
FURTHER INFORMATION
The employer of the injured party is responsible for the reporting of accidents on Form IR1 when
required.
A record of any accident or dangerous occurrence reported to the HSA must be kept for a
minimum of 10 years.
Any report to the Health & Safety Authority can be made online at www.hsa.ie, or by completing
the relevant Form (IR1 or IR3) and posting it to:
Workplace Contact Unit,
Health & Safety Authority,
Metropolitan Building,
James Joyce Street,
Dublin 1.2.7 – EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
KEY ACTIONS
I / we will ensure appropriate plans and procedures are in place to deal with emergencies
and imminent dangers by:
• Identifying the types of emergency situations that could occur and ensuring that
suitable plans and procedures are put in place for dealing with them, e.g.
ο Fire
ο Explosion
ο Accidents/injuries
ο Robbery
ο Chemical spills
• Ensuring that employees are trained in the specific plans and procedures we have in
place to deal with emergencies at our workplace
• Ensuring that emergency procedures are included in the workplace induction training
• Designating where employees are needed to implement our emergency plans and
procedures
• Providing the equipment and training needed
• Completing Form 2.1 Emergency Contact Information in Appendix 2.
FIRE AND EVACUATION
I / we will ensure appropriate plans and procedures are in place for dealing with fire, and that
employees are trained, including:
• Location of firefighting equipment and means to raise the alarm
• Location of assembly point(s)
• Evacuation drills and fire warden(s)
• Location of emergency shut-off points where relevant (e.g. gas) shut off.
Some emergencies (e.g. gas leak, fire, bomb threat, etc.) may require an evacuation of the
workplace. The person who become aware (or is made aware) of a potential emergency should
follow the emergency procedures. All employees and visitors must follow the procedures below
for evacuation:
• GO IMMEDIATELY TO THE NEAREST EXIT
• DO NOT WAIT TO FIND OUT WHAT IS HAPPENING
• DO NOT STOP TO COLLECT PERSONAL ITEMS
• GO AT ONCE TO THEIR ASSEMBLY POINT AND WAIT FOR FURTHER
INSTRUCTION
• DO NOT RE-ENTER THE BUILDING/PREMISES UNTIL AUTHORISED TO DO SO
BY THE EMERGENCY SERVICES.
FIRST AID
After assessment of the workplace and the type of hazards that exist, I / we will ensure
adequate provision of first-aid equipment and facilities, including:
• At least one adequately stocked and accessible first-aid kit will be provided
• I / we will ensure first-aid equipment is prominently placed, that employees are aware
of its location and that it is accessible to all employees
• I / we will appoint a person to take charge of first-aid equipment, keeping it stocked
and in date (where there is a first aider, they will be given this responsibility)• Contact details and directions to the nearest doctor or hospital will be available /
displayed
• I / We will appoint an occupational first aider should the workplace assessment
identify that a trained occupational first aider is required (considering the specific
hazards arising in the workplace, size of the workplace, the numbers employed,
access to medical services, etc.).
EMERGENCY CHECKLIST (NON-EXHAUSTIVE) YES NO N/A
Have you and your employees identified the types of
emergency situations that your business could be exposed to
(e.g. fire, explosion, chemical spill etc.)?
Are employees aware of the plans and procedures?
Have employees been appointed and trained in specific tasks,
e.g. first aid, fire warden?
Are evacuation plans and emergency contact information on
display?
Are exits well marked, kept clear at all times and emergency
lighting/signage in place?
Have you held an evacuation drill in the last six months and
kept a record of this?
Do you and your staff regularly check and maintain the
emergency equipment in place (e.g. smoke detectors, fire
extinguishers, gas/carbon monoxide detectors, sprinkler
systems, emergency lighting)?
VIOLENCE / ROBBERY
Where there is a risk of robbery or violence in the workplace, I / we will ensure that I / we have
completed a risk assessment for violence / aggression / theft and that adequate plans and
procedures are put in place. I / We will train staff on how to deal with the threat of robbery /
violence, for example:
• Keep calm and make no sudden movements
• Do what the offender asks
• Memorise as many details about the offender as possible, e.g. height, clothing,
features
• Note the direction and method of escape, e.g. car, motorbike, on foot
• Notify the Gardaí as soon as it is safe to do so
• Provide first aid to victims
• Lock outside doors until emergency services arrive.
FURTHER INFORMATION:
• A ‘Fire Safety Checklist’ is available in the ‘Learn More’ section of BeSMART.ie which
can be used to develop a specific fire safety management policy for the workplace• ‘Guidelines on First Aid at Places of Work’ is available in the ‘Learn More’ section of
BeSMART.ie
• A copy of the procedures for specific emergencies in the workplace could be included in
this section of the safety statement, or reference made to where they can be found.
2.8 – WELFARE FACILITIES AND WORKPLACE REQUIREMENTS
KEY ACTIONS
Where required, I / we will provide and maintain adequate welfare facilities and a suitable and
safe workplace environment for use by my / our employees and visitors, including but not limited
to:
• Toilet facilities
• Canteen and food preparation areas
• Changing areas
• Adequate ventilation, temperature and lighting
• Interior walls, floors and traffic routes that are maintained in good condition and kept
clean
• Fire detection and fire-fighting equipment
• Emergency routes and exits
• Pedestrian and traffic management systems.
WELFARE FACILITIES DETAIL AS NECESSARY
Toilet facilities (separate male and female if
required)
Washbasins and washing facilities (hot and
cold water and soap)
Accommodation to take meals. Ability to boil
water, clean surfaces, seating with backs,
adequate lighting and heat
Potable drinking water
Facilities to take shelter from the elements
Facilities to dry clothing and suitable
changing areas for nature of the workPotable drinking water
Facilities to take shelter from the elements
Facilities to dry clothing and suitable
changing areas for nature of the work
2.9 – PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
KEY ACTIONS
Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), as identified in my / our risk
assessments, is provided and must be worn by my / our employees. Where required,
typical PPE could include:
• Eye protection
• Hearing protection
• Gloves
• Safety footwear
• High-visibility clothing
• Respiratory protection, e.g. mask.
I / We will ensure that:
• Adequate and suitable PPE is provided
• The suitability of the PPE for the job is assessed
• PPE is maintained, used and replaced as recommended by the manufacturer’s
instructions
• Personal protective equipment is only used as a last resort when a residual risk remains
after all other measures have been taken to eliminate / reduce the risk
• Where it is not possible to reduce or eliminate the risk, then PPE appropriate to the task
and work environment, as identified in my / our risk assessments will be used
• I / We will record details of the supply and training in the use of PPE as required using
Form 1.4 PPE Register in Appendix 1.
I / We expect our employees to:
• Use PPE correctly
• Report any defects or damage to PPE immediately
• Participate in any training or instruction provided on PPE
• Inform me / us of any medical conditions they have that might be affected by the use of
the PPE provided to them.
FURTHER INFORMATION
The Health & Safety Authority has produced a Guide to the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work
(General Application) Regulations 2007, Chapter 3 of Part 2: Personal Protective Equipment.2.10 – PREGNANCY AT WORK
KEY ACTIONS
As required by Part 6 of the Safety Health and Welfare at Work (General Application)
Regulations 2007, on becoming aware that an employee is pregnant, has recently given
birth or is breastfeeding, I / we will assess the specific risks arising from the employment
to that employee and take action to ensure that she is not exposed to anything that
would damage her health or that of her developing child. On provision of an appropriate
medical certificate, I / we will carry out the following;
• Make sure that a specific risk assessment for that employee is undertaken*, taking
account of any medical advice that the employee has received
• Assess any risk likely to arise from exposure to specified agents and work activities and,
where possible exposure exists, ensure she does not carry out these activities
• If a risk cannot be eliminated or reduced to an acceptable level, then:
o Adjust the working conditions or hours of work or both; or
o If this is not possible, provide alternative work; or
o If this is not possible, grant the employee health and safety leave
• I / we will ensure that pregnant, postnatal or breastfeeding employees have suitable
facilities to rest or feed.
FURTHER INFORMATION
*A Pregnancy Risk Assessment Template form is available in the Learn More section of
BeSMART.ie
Form 2.5 Responsible Persons Register in Appendix 2 can be used to identify the person
responsible for carrying out pregnancy at work risk assessments.
The Health & Safety Authority has produced a Guide to the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work
(General Application) Regulations 2007. See Chapter 2 of Part 6: Protection of Pregnant, Post
Natal and Breastfeeding Employees. Schedule 8 lists the agents and work activities that such
employees must be protected from.2.11 – YOUNG PERSONS
KEY ACTIONS
I / We are aware that there are specific regulations dealing with young people at work, i.e.
those less than 18 years of age. I / we will undertake the following:
• Carry out a risk assessment before employment of a young person (over 16 but less
than 18), taking into account their relative lack of experience, absence of awareness of
potential risks or lack of maturity
• Put in place all required control measures identified by the risk assessment, taking
account of:
ο Their lack of experience, maturity or awareness of risk
ο Any work activity likely to involve a risk of harmful exposure to physical, biological
or chemical agents
ο The physical and psychological capacity of the young person
• Make sure the recommended working hours are not exceeded for young persons
• Form 1.5 Responsible Persons Register in Appendix 1 can be used to identify the
person responsible for carrying out young persons at work risk assessments.
FURTHER INFORMATION
The Health & Safety Authority has produced a guidance document ‘Protection of Children and
Young Persons’ which is available in the ‘Learn More’ section of BeSMART.ie.
2.12 – WORK-RELATED STRESS AND DIGNITY AT WORK
KEY ACTIONS
As an employer I / we will, so as far as is reasonably practicable, ensure that:
• No employee’s workload is so great that he or she will have to consistently work
overtime
• No employee will be subjected to harassment from, or degrading behaviour by,
colleagues or managers and that everyone in the workplace treats others with respect
and courtesy, even if they do not ‘get along’
• No employee has to work in an environment which is unsafe and in which there are risks
of accidents
• Employees are trained so they can do their jobs effectively and safely
• Everyone knows what his or her core job is• That a ‘Dignity at Work Policy’ is in place that outlines procedures with regard to
addressing bullying and harassment at work.
FURTHER INFORMATION
The Health & Safety Authority has produced a Code of Practice on the Prevention and
Resolution of Bullying at Work, which is available in the ‘Learn More’ section of BeSMART.ie.