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Keep up to date with all the latest industry news from Occupli
What is it? OHSAS 18001 is an internationally recognised occupational, health and safety management system series standard. The OHSAS 18001 standard is based on the similar ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Plan - DO - Check - Act structure. By adopting the OHSAS 18001 Standard...
Slow down! You should ensure that there is extra space between you and the vehicle in ahead. Watch out for debris on roads. Strong cross winds can reduce your control of your vehicle. Large vehicles generate a considerable amount of spray which will reduce your...
On Monday September 7th the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) launched a nationwide inspection campaign aimed at reducing accidents and ill-health in the construction sector. This campaign will take place for 2 weeks, within such time HSA inspectors will visit...
Looking for New Employment Opportunities? Check out these benefits.. Career advice and consultation Not sure about what the next step in your career should be? Discuss your options with one of the Occupli Recruitment Agents. With years of experience they are happy to...
In the last 4 years (2011-2014) there has been 127 fire related fatalities in Ireland. The most recent fire location and causes statistics noted that 1,522 fire brigades were called to workplace fires in 2013. This represents a 10% increase in the number of workplace...
ISO 14000 is the name given to a group of standards which map out a framework that organizations or companies should follow to set up an effective Environmental Management System. ISO 14001 is the cornerstone standard of the ISO 14000 series. It specifies a framework...
So, you’ve written a CV that will give you the winning edge. You’ve applied for a Vacant Role and you've been granted an interview. You’ve reviewed our Interview Tips but what is the one thing that you must be sure to do nearing the end of EVERY interview? Ask a...
So, an employee has informed you that she is pregnant. How should you proceed? What must you do? It is recommended that once you (the employer) are informed that a member of staff is pregnant, you should have a New & Expectant Mothers Risk Assessment conducted. Each...
Did you know? Your Local Authority fire services may or may not have the full resources or capabilities to assist in a Confined Space rescue* The Confined Space rescue capability for each fire brigade unit is determined by the policy decision of the Local Authority...
The Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Exposure to Asbestos) (Amendments) Regulations 2010 (S.I. No. 589 of 2010) apply to any work activity which exposes a person to risks arising from the inhalation of dust from asbestos or materials containing asbestos. Within the...
What is a CV? Curriculum Vitae (or CV) is a Latin word which means to give a brief account of your career. A CV is used to show a potential recruiter what you have previously achieved in your career as well as your capabilities in future roles. How to write a personal...
The Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 is the governing legislation relating to health and safety in the workplace. Under the Act, every organisation (including charities and not for profit organisation) is required to protect their employees from accident or...
The HSA this week published its 2015 Programme of Work. This defines its’ key goals and priorities for the upcoming year. Safety Inspections The HSA intends on carrying out 11,995 safety inspections in 2015. This represents a marginal (3.7%) increase on the target for...
Interview TipsWe know that for most people, even the thought of being interviewed can be quite a terrifying prospect. Are you of that mind-set? Good News, with a little preparation and planning you can drastically improve your chances of acing your interview! We have...
Official figures, released on Tuesday 6th January by the Health and Safety Authority, show that in total there were 55 people killed in work-related accidents during 2014, compared to 47 in 2013 and 48 in 2012. With an increase of 87%, Agriculture had the highest...
Workplace Stress One area of employee welfare legislation that impacts on both the HR and EH&S functions of an organisation is stress and it is an issue that is becoming more and more prevalent in our workplaces. In her recent webinar on Reducing Exposure to...