Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Comhairle Na Mumhan “The Club Voice” Safety Statement Workshop 7 th November 2009 Stephen Geary Chartered Safety and Health Practitioner
Objectives Introduction Legislation Safety Statement Risk Assessment Hazards Discussion
Legislation S.H.W.W. Act 2005 General Application Regulations 2007 Construction Regulations 2006 Fire Services Act 1981
Who are you responsible for ? Players Employees Volunteers FAS Workers Visitors Guests Public
Why a Safety Statement ? Under the Safety, Health & Welfare Act 2005 every employer/club must prepare a Safety Statement GAA National Policy Requirement Funding Requirement
Safety Statement Contd…. Highlights the duties of employees/volunteers/contractors to co- operate with health & safety practices Is updated regularly to take account of changing circumstances
What is a Safety Statement Should include: Declaration signed by Club management Hazards identified & risks assessed The protective and preventive measures taken – safeguards taken Plans and procedures for dealing with emergencies / serious or imminent Highlights the duties of employees/volunteers/contractors to co-operate with health & safety practices The names of persons required to perform tasks pursuant to the safety statement – Club Structure
Hazard Identification What is a Hazard ? A Hazard is anything that can cause harm to a person, place or the environment
Risk Assessment 1. Identify the hazards 2. Decide who might be harmed and how? 3. Evaluate the risks and decide on precautions 4. Record your findings and implement them 5. Review your assessment and update if necessary
Risk AssessmentSeverity MinorSeriousCritical Likelihood Unlikely123 Possible246 Probable369 Risk(R) = Likelihood(L) x Severity(S) 1-2 Low Risk, 3-5 Medium Risk 6-9 High Risk
ClubHazard Identification & Risk Assessment Address ActivityPrepared byDate Hazard Risk People at Risk Control Measures Person Responsible LSR
Other Hazards Floodlighting Electrical Systems Ballcatchers Temporary Goal Post Gyms Clubhouse Facilities
Contractors – You have a Responsibility ! Major Works PSDP PSCS Minor Works / Maintenance Safety Documentation Insurances Supervision
Thank You Any Questions?