Health and Safety Legislation Ireland Flashcards
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What penalties can apply for indictable offences under the 2005 Act?
Answer: Fines up to €3,000,000 and/or up to 2 years imprisonment
For conviction on indictment, the 2005 Act provides for fines up to €3,000,000 and/or imprisonment for up to 2 years.
What is a Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?
Answer: A document providing information on the hazards of a chemical substance
A Safety Data Sheet provides comprehensive information about a chemical substance including hazards, handling, storage, and emergency measures.
Under Irish law, at what age can a person legally work on a construction site?
Answer: 16 years with restrictions, 18 for certain tasks
In Ireland, young persons aged 16-17 may work on construction sites with restrictions, but certain hazardous tasks require workers to be at least 18.
What must an employer do if a workplace accident results in more than 3 days' absence?
Answer: Report it to the HSA
If a workplace accident results in an employee being absent for more than 3 consecutive days (not counting the day of the accident), the employer must report it to the HSA.
What is the purpose of a Preliminary Health and Safety Plan?
Answer: To identify safety issues before construction begins so they can be planned for
The Preliminary Health and Safety Plan is prepared by the PSDP before construction starts to identify health and safety issues and ensure they are addressed in planning.
What training must construction workers complete before starting work on any Irish construction site?
Answer: Safe Pass training
All construction workers must complete the SOLAS Safe Pass safety awareness programme before they can work on any construction site in Ireland.
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