Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005?
• When did the Act come into force?
• Who does the Act apply to?
• What are my duties as an employer under the 2005 Act?
• What are my duties as an employee under the 2005 Act?
• What do I have to do to prevent improper conduct and behaviour?
• Are there any regulations on testing for intoxicants in the workplace?
• When may an employee be required to submit to tests for intoxicants?
• Do all employers have to carry out medical fitness to work assessments?
• What happens if an employee is found to be medically unfit for work?
• What is an article or substance?
• What are the duties of designers, manufacturers, importers and suppliers of articles and substances under the 2005 Act?
• What are the penalties for breaches of health and safety legislation?
• Can the Health and Safety Authority publish the name of my company if it is in breach of the legislation?
• When may an Inspector issue "On the spot fines"?

Source: http://www.hsa.ie/eng/Topics/Managing_Health_and_Safety/Safety,_Health_and_Welfare_at_Work_Act_2005/#when

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