Making health and safety work for your business
This section is aimed at employers of small to medium businesses and provides information on the essential health and safety basics which should be implemented.
… moreManual handling
Manual handling activities (including lifting/lowering of loads) regardless of weight, contribute to a significant proportion of accidents in the workplace
… moreManufacturing
The general manufacturing industry in Northern Ireland employs approximately 86,000 people
… moreMental well-being at work
Mental well-being at work is determined by the interaction between the working environment, the nature of the work and the individual
… moreMetal Working Fluids
Metalworking fluids (MWFs) - sometimes referred to as suds, coolants, slurry or soap are used during the machining of metals to provide lubrication and cooling.
… moreMigrant workers
All workers get the same protection under Northern Ireland health and safety law whether they are working here legally or not. Your employer has to protect your health, safety and welfare
… moreMining and quarrying
There are approximately 160 quarries and sand pits which employ about 3,800 people in Northern Ireland
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