HSA launches awareness campaign

Running across print, radio and digital formats, the 'There’ll always be one…' campaign illustrates the type of scenario that is unfortunately all too common. An electrician is shown stretching from the top of his stepladder which is dangerously balanced on top of a makeshift platform. It’s an accident waiting to happen.

Gavin Lonergan, head of communications with the HSA, says: "It might look ridiculous but it’s the type of scenario our inspectors regularly come across. It’s a cliché but accidents don’t just happen, they’re caused, and they often lead to tragic results. A total of 48 people were killed in workplace accidents last year; up to 31st October this year 38 people have lost their lives. That’s on top of the thousands of injuries that occur every year.

"Having procedures and policies in place to properly manage risk and reduce the chances of a workplace accident is basic common sense. A safe and healthy workplace is a win-win outcome for everyone.”