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Safety Statement

Consultancy

We believe a safe and healthy workplace is essential for organizational success. Our team of experts partners with you to fully understand your business and craft a customized safety statement that addresses your specific hazards and risks. We take a collaborative approach to developing robust health and safety strategies, so your organization has effective plans in place to protect your most valuable asset - your people. Partner with us to create your business safety statement today.

Two professionals, a man and a woman, sitting at a desk facing a large window with a construction site outside. On the desk are safety helmets, gloves, goggles, documents, and a glass of water. A clipboard sign on the desk reads 'Health & Safety Statement' with checkmarks next to 'Risk Assessment,' 'Safety Policies,' 'Employee Training,' and 'Legal Compliance.'

What is a Safety Statement?

A safety statement represents an organization's formal pledge to prioritize health, safety, and welfare within the workplace. In accordance with Ireland's Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, it is essential for employers to create this vital document to showcase their commitment to protecting employees, customers, visitors, and all other stakeholders.

An effective safety statement outlines the specific procedures and policies implemented to identify and manage hazards in all work activities. This encompasses the selection of qualified personnel, the upkeep of safe equipment, and the establishment of a culture that integrates safety into every task undertaken. By enforcing clear guidelines from leadership downwards, a robust safety statement reflects an organization's sincere dedication to maintaining safe systems over the long term.

Importance of a Safety Statement

By issuing a safety statement, you demonstrate your dedication to workplace safety. This will assist you in:

  • Conducting a thorough risk assessment and identifying hazards.

  • Ensuring compliance with regulations and fulfilling legal obligations.

  • Establishing suitable safety protocols to avert accidents and injuries.

  • Fostering a safety culture by collaborating with professional health and safety consultants.

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Our Approach to Safety Statements

Our methodical strategy for developing safety statements distinguishes us from others. We tailor each phase to align with your organization's specific requirements and priorities:

  • Comprehensive Workplace Assessment - Our team conducts a comprehensive examination of your entire workplace to identify potential hazards. We assess risks associated with various tasks, areas, equipment, and personnel.

  • Contextual Risk Evaluation - We go beyond standard assessments by analyzing risk levels based on the specific likelihood and severity of harm related to your business activities and processes.

  • Focused Control Strategies - Instead of relying on generic solutions, we propose practical and attainable measures which target the root causes of your risks, enabling effective control or elimination.

  • Tailored Documentation - We create specialized safety plans that reflect the layout of your workplace, machinery, workflows, workforce, and risk profile, all presented in accessible language.

  • Smooth Implementation - Our specialists train your staff to seamlessly apply the safety protocols and hazard controls detailed in your customized documentation.

  • Proactive Reviews for Continuity - We periodically reassess changing conditions and modify your policies as needed, ensuring that your safety requirements are consistently met.

Benefits of working with us for a Safety Statement

Are you curious about the reasons to partner with us to develop your safety statement? Here are several compelling reasons to reach out to us today!

  • Tailored Solutions - We recognize the distinct needs of your business and offer tailored solutions.

  • Professional Guidance - Our team consists of expert health and safety professionals who will deliver the highest level of consultation you can anticipate.

  • Regulatory Compliance - We will ensure that your safety statement adheres to all legal health and safety standards.

  • Improved Safety Culture - Foster a safety culture with our professional solutions.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • A safety statement is a written plan outlining an organization's dedicated efforts to manage health and safety risks in the workplace. Core elements include hazard identification, risk assessments and implementing control measures.

  • Safety statements are legally required for all Irish employers under the 2005 SHWW Act. More critically, they help systematically protect your staff by reducing occupational illnesses, injuries and fatalities.

  • To remain relevant and effective, safety statements should be revisited at least annually, as well as after any major operational changes involving new machinery, layouts, processes or staff.

  • Robust safety statements summarize workplace emergency procedures, assigned safety responsibilities for both management and employees, hazard assessments, risk controls and plans promoting an actively safe culture.

  • Celtic Safety's consultants leverage their specialized expertise to help develop, implement and refine a safety statement matching your organization's distinct operations and risks.

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We are more than happy to help you with creating your own safety statement. Feel free to get in touch with our expert consultants today.

Phone: +353 57 8640505

Email: info@celticsafetytraining.ie

Address: Office 1 & 2, Camsaw Building, Unit 12, Portarlington Business Park, Canal Rd, Co Laois

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