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Health and Safety Authority Our Vision: Healthy, safe and productive lives and enterprises

The aim of the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) is to ensure that workers in Ireland and those affected by work activity are protected from work related injury and ill-health and that everyone is protected from the harmful effects of chemicals. We work with employers, employees, representative bodies and other organisations to champion our key messages and activities. Our role in implementing wor

kplace health, safety and chemicals legislation has the potential to support Ireland’s competitiveness and contribute to economic success.

29/05/2026

Taking action to manage fatigue, acknowledging that sleep is important for performance for all ages and addressing these needs, can bring benefits for you, your family and your farm.

➡️ https://www.hsa.ie/eng/publications_and_forms/publications/agriculture_and_forestry/guidance_on_managing_fatigue_with_farm_work/



Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Teagasc FBD Insurance Farm Contractors Ireland FRS Training ICMSA ICOS Skillnet Irish Farmers' Association Macra na Feirme PAC Ireland SIPTU

28/05/2026

Farms are a high risk environment for young people. HSA inspector Jason Murray highlights what to look out for and how to protect young people around farm machinery.

For more, visit: https://www.hsa.ie/eng/your_industry/agriculture_forestry/tractor-safety-week-2026/



Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Teagasc FBD Insurance Farm Contractors Ireland FRS Training ICMSA ICOS Skillnet Irish Farmers' Association Macra na Feirme PAC Ireland SIPTU

28/05/2026

Accidents involving farmers over 65 account for approximately 50% of farm fatal incidents. Here is HSA inspector Jason Murray with some tips on how to protect older workers on farms.

➡️ https://www.hsa.ie/eng/your_industry/agriculture_forestry/tractor-safety-week-2026/



Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Teagasc FBD Insurance Farm Contractors Ireland FRS Training ICMSA ICOS Skillnet Irish Farmers' Association Macra na Feirme PAC Ireland SIPTU

27/05/2026

As we approach the main harvesting season which brings increased activity on farms, HSA inspector John Seery outlines some tips to help with blind spots on tractors.

For more, visit: https://www.hsa.ie/eng/your_industry/agriculture_forestry/tractor-safety-week-2026/



Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Teagasc FBD Insurance Farm Contractors Ireland FRS Training ICMSA ICOS Skillnet Irish Farmers' Association Macra na Feirme PAC Ireland SIPTU

25/05/2026

"Remember, a tidy tractor is a safe tractor", HSA Senior Inspector, Ger Hartnett, with a message for farmers as we begin Tractor Safety Week.

Find guidance and information here: https://www.hsa.ie/your_industry/agriculture_forestry/tractor-safety-week-2026/



Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Teagasc FBD Insurance Farm Contractors Ireland FRS Training ICMSA ICOS Skillnet Irish Farmers' Association Macra na Feirme PAC Ireland SIPTU

Whip checks not in use and no exclusion zone during delivery of cement found at a recent quarry inspection.A whip check ...
22/05/2026

Whip checks not in use and no exclusion zone during delivery of cement found at a recent quarry inspection.

A whip check is a safety cable designed to prevent a hose from violently thrashing (or "whipping") if a coupling accidentally disconnects or bursts while under pressure.

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