Safety Statements

What is a Safety Statement? A Safety Statement is a mandatory written document required under Section 20 of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005. It serves as a formal commitment by an employer to manage and safeguard the safety, health, and welfare of their employees. Each statement must be uniquely tailored to the specific hazards and risks of the company, detailing the resources, responsibilities, and procedures used to protect the workforce and ensure legal compliance.

Statutory Framework & Legal Responsibility

The Safety Statement represents the third critical stage in the safety management lifecycle, following the identification and assessment of risks.

• Mandatory Requirement: Under Section 20 of the 2005 Act, all employers must prepare a written Safety Statement for their company.
• Active Document: It must be reviewed periodically, at least annually, or immediately following significant changes or updated risk assessments.
• Leadership Duty: Directors and Senior Managers are personally responsible for ensuring their organisation possesses a comprehensive, compliant Safety Statement.

Company leaders, including Directors and Senior Managers, have a duty to ensure their organisations possess a comprehensive Safety Statement, as they are personally responsible for any violations of workplace health and safety regulations under their oversight. By maintaining compliance, they not only safeguard employee well-being but also protect against legal repercussions.

In line with current HSA Guidelines on Risk Assessment and Safety Statements, our documents include: 

• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment: Comprehensive analysis of your workplace hazards and associated risks. 
• Protective and Preventive Measures: Clearly defined actions to eliminate or control identified risks. 
• Emergency Plans and Procedures: Detailed protocols for handling emergencies and ensuring employee safety. 
• Employee Duties and Responsibilities: Outlined individual roles and responsibilities in upholding safety practices. 
• Management of Safety: Defined roles and responsibilities within your management structure for overseeing safety matters. 
• Monitoring and Review: Scheduled procedures for reviewing and updating your Safety Statement to reflect changes and improvements.