Cavan Hygiene

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03/02/2017

Image of Defibrillator recently supplied to local factory!

Anyone looking for any more information feel free to send private message.

28/11/2016

For all of you flat out in the run up to Christmas!

Feel free to tag any clubs who may be in need of one of these!

25/11/2016

A Perfect Christmas Box! Private Mail for Details!

09/11/2016

Safe Access & Egress
The Safety & Health at Work Act places a duty on both the employer and the employee to maintain safe access to the place of work at all times. Similarly, safe egress must be ensured. That is, the normal entry and exit routes to the workplace must remain unobstructed and clear of hazards. Moreover, emergency exits must always be kept clear of obstructions and available for immediate use in an emergency.
In winter more risks rear their ugly heads, here are some tips for safe access and egress over the next couple of months:
• Always have salt or gritting materials in stock BEFORE the temperatures plummet.
• Treat access routes and priority areas the night before if there is good reason to believe that local conditions will deteriorate overnight.
• During winter months the days are shorter and there is a lack of natural light. The lighting on communal staircases should be of a sufficient level to allow safe access and egress from the building.
• Be careful as in severe weather (below -8°) even treated paths & roads will become icy.
• Special attention must be given to ensuring road markings are clearly visible (i.e. zebra crossings, no entry, parking spaces, etc...)

04/11/2016

New regulations on the reporting of workplace accidents and dangerous occurrences - now in effect

The new Regulations came into effect on 1 November
The Minister for Employment and Small Business, Mr. Pat Breen T.D., signed regulations entitled the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) (Amendment) (No. 3) Regulations, earlier this year.

The new Regulations have been designed to increase the reporting of accidents and dangerous occurrences to the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) by:

Clearly setting out which accidents must be reported to the HSA.
Relaxing the requirements for the reporting of accidents to members of the public due to a change which only requires those incidents that require hospitalisation of the victim to be reported.
Itemising the types of dangerous occurrences which must be reported in a manner which better reflects the modern workplace and work practices.

Guidance

The HSA has recently published "Guidance on the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Reporting of Accidents and Dangerous Occurrences) Regulations 2016" which explains why accident and dangerous occurrence reporting is required, what is reportable, what is not reportable, who should make the report and how the report should be made.

Read the New Regulations in full
Download the HSA's Guidance to the New Regulations
New Guidance to Address Construction Site Health Risks
Respirable Crystalline Silica (RCS) is widely encountered in workplaces in EU countries across a number of industry sectors, particularly construction, and is known to cause serious illnesses such as silicosis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and lung cancer.

The Senior Labour Inspectors’ Committee (SLIC) together with the Dutch ministry of Labour (labour inspection) have published "Guidance for National Labour Inspectors on addressing risks to workers from exposure to respirable crystalline silica (RCS) on construction sites".

Construction work is the focus of this guidance document due to its widespread presence across Europe and because of the high risks in terms of potential for exposure and the large number of workers potentially exposed.

The guide provides national labour inspectors with background information on RCS, health risks, regulatory framework and control measures and a number of RCS task sheets. Possible actions are recommended where a potential high, medium or low RCS health risk may be encountered depending on the extent and level of controls implemented by the employer at the time of inspection.

Download the new guidance...



Occupational First Aid Update

The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) and the Pre Hospital Emergency Care Council (PHECC) issued a joint statement in October 2016 to announce that they are in the process of transitioning from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) Occupational First Aid (OFA) learner training standard to PHECC’s First Aid Response (FAR), as the recognised standard meeting the requirements of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 (S.I. No. 299 of 2007). The HSA is in communication with both QQI and PHECC on the transition.

Read more...
Farming is Still Most Dangerous Occupation

Delegates at the National Conference on Farm Safety and Health which took place in the Mullingar Park Hotel on 3 November heard analysis by the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) which showed that farmers are eight times more likely than those in the general working population to die in a workplace accident.

To date, there have been 14 farm related deaths in Ireland in 2016.

31/08/2016

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, toxic gas which interferes with the oxygen-carrying capacity of blood. CO is non-irritating and can overcome persons without warning. Many people die from CO poisoning, usually while using gasoline powered tools and generators in buildings or semi-enclosed spaces without adequate ventilation.
Effects of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
• Severe carbon monoxide poisoning causes neurological damage, illness, coma and death.
Symptoms of CO exposure
• Headaches, dizziness and drowsiness.
• Nausea, vomiting, tightness across the chest.
Some Sources of Exposure
• Portable generators/generators in buildings.
• Concrete cutting saws, compressors.
• Power trowels, floor buffers, space heaters.
• Welding, gasoline powered pumps.
Preventing CO Exposure
• Never use a generator indoors or in enclosed or partially enclosed spaces such as garages, crawl spaces, and basements. Opening windows and doors in an enclosed space may prevent CO buildup.
• Make sure the generator has 3-4 feet of clear space on all sides and above it to ensure adequate ventilation.
• Do not use a generator outdoors if placed near doors, windows or vents which could allow CO to enter and build up in occupied spaces.
• When using space heaters and stoves ensure that they are in good working order to reduce CO buildup, and never use in enclosed spaces or indoors.
• Consider using tools powered by electricity or compressed air, if available.
• If you experience symptoms of CO poisoning get to fresh air right away and seek immediate medical attention.

24/08/2016

Back to School Safety
For those of you with children it’s that time of year when you start getting the little cherubs ready for the start of the new school year. This task would normally be arduous but after 2 months of 24/7, relentless, non-stop, precious time together, we complete it with a spring in our step J.
Here are some safety tips for children traveling to and from School:
1. Plan a walking route to school or the bus stop. Tell them to stay away from parks, vacant lots, fields and other places where there aren’t many people around.
3. Teach your child never to talk to strangers or accept rides or gifts from strangers.
4. Be sure your child walks to and from school with a sibling, friend, or neighbour.
5. Teach your kids to obey all traffic signals.
6. When driving kids deliver and pick them up as close to the school as possible. Don’t leave until they are in the playground or building
7. If your child cycles to school, make sure they wear a helmet. Research indicates that a helmet can reduce the risk of head injury by up to 85 percent.
8. Teach children to arrive at the bus stop early, stay out of the road & wait for the bus to come to a complete stop before approaching.
9. Remind your children to stay seated at all times on the bus. When exiting the bus, children should wait until the bus comes to a complete stop.
10. Be sure that your child knows their home phone number and address, your mobile number and how to call 112/999 for emergencies.

24/08/2016

New Desktop Brochure Available with all your Hygiene Needs for the coming school / Pre School year.

Any school or crèche looking for one just drop us a line or call any of the numbers on the below photos!

Also feel free to share with your friends!!!
Cheers folks!

25/07/2016

Please vote for Elaine!

Elaine Mc Givney Attending Cnoc Mhuire Debs

13/07/2016

Hi All, Again could I ask a favour and ask you to invite your friend to like our page!

To those of you that have!