Any employer needs to ensure that he provides adequate Health and Safety measures for his employees. Health & Safety requirements differ widely, based on the type of activity being carried out. Business owners should contact the Occupational Health & Safety Authority directly to become up to date with the specific requirements for their business. General measures include:
- Building evacuation plans with adequate signage
- Fire alarm system
- Installation of fire exit points
- Installation of Fire Extinguishers and appropriately trained staff to use them
- Emergency planning
- Provision of safety equipment
- Provision of information and adequate training on operating systems and equipment
- Provision of First Aid Kits
- Train an employee to be a qualified First Aider
- Undertake periodical risk or hazard checks
- Enforce injury prevention measures
last updated Jan 2023